Is Zakynthos very touristy?

Is Zakynthos very touristy?

Zakynthos is a charming little Ionian town with breathtaking beaches, beautiful natural landscapes and a rich past. But it is also a popular destination among foreigners and locals, which makes it crowded during the summer. Here are a few tips to get away from the crowds in Zakynthos.

What attracts people to Zakynthos?

Zakynthos is primarily an island with captivating nature and unforgettable views. There are plenty of beaches, high cliffs and beautiful bays, i.e. typical magnets attracting tourists from around the world.

What is Zakynthos known for?

Home to the worldwide famous Navagio (Shipwreck) beach and glorified by innumerable travel guides, Zakynthos island is one of the most popular Greek islands! Breathtaking landscapes, exotic beaches with sugar-fine sand and turquoise waters and crazy nightlife are the main reasons why this island is wildly popular.

Is Zante tacky?

In the normal run of things, the place is not dangerous at all, of course, just unbelievably tacky. The restaurants are all of the plastic chips type, one noble exception being Sarakina, 2km inland, which provides a free shuttle to encourage young punters to sample its quality cuisine and nightly kantades.

Is Zakynthos also known as Zante?

Zakynthos (Greek: Ζάκυνθος), also called Zante (its Italian name), is the third largest island in the Ionian Sea, located off the west coast of Greece. The island is named after Zacynthos, son of legendary Arcadian chief Dardanos.

How many days do you need in Zakynthos?

HOW MANY DAYS DO YOU NEED IN ZAKYNTHOS ISLAND? The island may be small but seeing that it has so many different beaches that are worth visiting and fun tours that you should not miss, I’d say that 3 to 4 days should be enough. Locations such as Navagio beach may require half a day to fully enjoy the experience.

What island is closest to Zante?

Kefalonia is more authentic than Zakynthos with many untouched traditional villages of Italian style architecture and lush greenery everywhere. It is located just one hour from Zakynthos, and it is an elegant island with a traditional small town (Fiskardo) on the northern side, which you will adore.

How safe is Zakynthos?

Again just to stress Zante is extremely safe, however we would always recommend just like at home that you stick together with your friends when you are out and of course walking back to your hotel. Just like the UK, Zante is not a perfect place with no crime.

Do I need a car in Zakynthos?

We recommend that you hire a car in Zante if you want to explore the island, as public buses only run a few times a day and the cost of taxis can add up. Here are a few of the places I’d recommend if you explore Zakynthos by car, if you fancy a half day to discover more of what the island can offer.