Zakynthos

Zakynthos is a popular Greek island in the Ionian Sea, known for its turquoise water, beautiful beaches, cliffs, caves and pleasant holiday atmosphere. The island is one of the most beautiful destinations in Greece and offers an ideal combination of seaside relaxation, boat trips, nature, Greek gastronomy and traditional villages. The island’s most famous symbol is Navagio Beach with its shipwreck, one of the most photographed places in Greece.

Flights from Bratislava

You can fly from Bratislava Airport to the island of Zakynthos with direct Smartwings flights. Regular flights to Zakynthos International Airport take approximately 3 hours.

Transport from the airport

• Bus – Zakynthos Airport is located approximately 4.3 km from Zakynthos Town. Public bus transport connects the airport with the town centre, and from Zakynthos Town you can continue by other buses to larger resorts on the island. The bus stop is located in front of the terminal.
• Taxi / private transport – the taxi rank is located directly in front of the terminal. The journey from the airport to Zakynthos Town takes approximately 10 minutes, depending on traffic. During the high season, it is recommended to book a transfer in advance, as demand for taxi services is usually higher.
• Transfer / shuttle – you can also use private or shared transfers directly to your hotel or resort. This option is practical especially when travelling to popular holiday areas such as Laganas, Kalamaki, Tsilivi, Alykes or Vasilikos.
• Car rental – you can rent a car directly at the airport. This is an ideal solution if you want to explore beaches, viewpoints, mountain villages and less accessible parts of the island during your stay.

What not to miss in Zakynthos

When visiting Zakynthos, you should definitely not miss these places and experiences:

• Navagio Beach – an iconic beach with a shipwreck, surrounded by high cliffs and turquoise sea.
• Blue Caves – blue sea caves in the north of the island, popular for boat trips.
• Cape Skinari – the northernmost point of the island with beautiful views of the sea and caves.
• Keri Caves – caves and rock formations in the southwest of the island, ideal for a boat trip.
• Marathonisi Island – also known as “Turtle Island”, a popular place in Laganas Bay.
• Laganas Bay – an area known for the presence of Caretta caretta sea turtles.
• Zakynthos Town – the island’s capital with a harbour, Solomos Square, cafés and a pleasant evening atmosphere.
• Gerakas Beach – a beautiful sandy beach in a protected area, also known as a nesting site for turtles.
• Greek gastronomy – taste souvlaki, gyros, Greek salad, fresh fish, olives, feta cheese, baklava and local wines.

Did you know?

Zakynthos is one of the most important places in the Mediterranean for the nesting of Caretta caretta sea turtles. When visiting beaches in protected areas, it is worth respecting the marked zones and rules so the turtles can hatch safely. If you plan a trip to Navagio Beach or the Blue Caves, it is recommended to book the boat trip in advance, especially during the main summer season.