Best time to visit Zakynthos
May–June and September bring warm sea, thinner crowds and better prices. July–August are hottest and busiest.
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Zakynthos travel guide
Already in Zakynthos? — areas, beaches, transport and local tips.
Where to stay & before you book
The questions most visitors ask while they are still planning their Zakynthos holiday.
Which area should I stay in?
Nightlife in Laganas, families in Tsilivi or Kalamaki, quiet in Alykes or Vasilikos, local life in town.
Zakynthos for families
Shallow beaches, short transfers and low-key resorts make Tsilivi, Kalamaki and Alykanas the usual picks.
Zakynthos for couples
Sunsets at Keri and Kampi, quiet coves in Vasilikos and dinners in Bochali above the town.
Zakynthos nightlife
Laganas strip for clubs, Argassi and Tsilivi for bars, Zakynthos Town for a relaxed Greek evening.
How many days do you need?
Seven nights covers the main beaches and a boat trip; ten to fourteen lets you explore the whole island.
Do you need a car?
Not for a beach-and-resort holiday. Useful if you want Vasilikos, Keri, Kampi or the mountain villages.
Airport to resort transport
Zakynthos Airport (ZTH) sits minutes from Kalamaki and Laganas. Taxis and pre-booked transfers are simplest.
Beaches & things to do
The beaches, boat trips and evenings that most visitors plan their week around.
Beaches
Navagio (Shipwreck), Gerakas, Porto Limnionas, Banana and the long resort beaches.
Boat trips
Shipwreck Bay, Blue Caves and turtle-spotting trips from Laganas and Agios Nikolaos.
Where to eat
Tavernas in the villages, seafood by the harbour, resort dining on the strip.
Nightlife
From the Laganas clubs to quiet cocktail bars in Zakynthos Town.
Airport, transfers & getting around
How to reach your resort and move around the island once you are here.
Airport information
Zakynthos International Airport «Dionysios Solomos» (ZTH), 4 km from Laganas.
Local buses
KTEL buses link the main resorts with Zakynthos Town.
Taxis & transfers
Fixed-price airport transfers and taxis from every resort.
Car & scooter rental
Handy for Vasilikos, Keri and the north of the island.
Travel tips: before you fly
A short checklist to tick off in the days before your trip.
- Travel insurance that covers medical care abroad
- European Health Insurance Card (EHIC/GHIC) where applicable
- Prescription medicines in original packaging, plus a copy of the prescription
- High-factor sun protection and after-sun
- Travel documents, booking confirmations and transfer details
- Emergency numbers saved in your phone (112 across the EU)
- A trusted local medical contact saved before you travel
Useful numbers
Health & safety while travelling
Most holidays pass without a single problem. These are the practical things worth knowing.
Heat & dehydration
Simple advice for hot July and August days, especially with children.
Sun protection
High-factor sunscreen, shade in the middle of the day and plenty of water.
Minor injuries
Cuts, sprains, sea-urchin spines and scooter grazes are common holiday issues.
Pharmacies & prescriptions
Which pharmacy is on duty, and how prescriptions work for visitors.
Travel insurance
What to check in your policy before you fly, and paperwork while here.
Emergency number 112
112 reaches ambulance, police and fire services anywhere in Greece.
Local medical support
My Doctor Medical Services
If you need a doctor during your holiday, everything is one tap away.
+30 697 479 4800 · info@mydoctormed.gr · Laganas, Tsilivi, Argassi & Zakynthos Town · For life-threatening emergencies call 112.
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Zakynthos travel FAQ
Is Zakynthos the same as Zante?
Yes. Zakynthos is the Greek name of the island and Zante is the Italian/English version used by many tour operators. Both refer to the same island in the Ionian Sea.
Which area of Zakynthos is best for families?
Tsilivi, Kalamaki and Alykes/Alykanas are the usual family choices: calm, shallow beaches, short transfers from the airport and low-key resorts.
Is Laganas only for nightlife?
No. Laganas is known for its nightlife strip, but it also has a very long sandy beach, family hotels and quieter streets away from the main strip.
Do I need a car in Zakynthos?
Not for a beach-and-resort holiday — buses, taxis and transfers are enough. A car helps if you want to explore Vasilikos, Keri, Kampi or the mountain villages.
How far is Laganas from Zakynthos Airport?
Zakynthos International Airport «Dionysios Solomos» (ZTH) is around 4 km from Laganas, so transfers to the southern resorts are short.
What should I do if I need medical help during my holiday?
You can call My Doctor Medical Services on +30 697 479 4800, message on WhatsApp, visit one of the clinics, or ask for a doctor to come to your hotel or villa. For life-threatening emergencies call 112.
Where can I find an open pharmacy in Zakynthos?
Pharmacies rotate duty hours across the island. Our duty pharmacy page lists pharmacies by area so you can find one that is open.
What is the emergency number in Greece?
112 is the single European emergency number and works everywhere in Greece for ambulance, police and fire services.
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