When the sun goes down over Zakynthos the fun doesn’t stop!
In
certain Zante resorts there is a great selection of bars and clubs where you
can party till dawn. The busy Zante nightlife areas are kept quite
contained on Zakynthos island, so you can head out and have fun, or you can avoid the
hustle and bustle altogether.
Zakynthos Town
Zakynthos Town, twinkling by night, is perfect for a pleasant evening
stroll and a summertime cocktail. The cafes and bars here serve tourists
and locals alike, they are really charming places to relax on a summer
evening.
You can then head up the road from Zante Town to the bars and cafes
on Bochali Hill. The view over Zante Town from here is twinkling and
provides a stunning backdrop to your evening in Bochali.
From the main square in Bohali, if you walk about one hundred meters
up the hill, you’ll arrive at one of the most chic club venues on the
island - ‘Movida’. Here you can relax on an expansive balcony terrace
outdoors, enjoying a drink and magnificent views.
Laganas Night Life
Laganas is renowned for having a colorful and happening nightlife.
After midnight the larger clubs really get pumping. Clubs, such as
Rescue, Zeros and Medousa are among the many found mainly on the Main
Street in Laganas, which are popular with the young. The larger Clubs in
Laganas have a guest capacity of up to fifteen hundred people. With
cheap drinks, neon lights and loud music, this is the main party place
on the island.
If you want a slightly calmer experience in Laganas, you might prefer to
head onto the beachfront at Laganas where there’s a selection of smaller
bars, tavernas and restaurants, such as Cheers, Cool Peppers and Med
Version.
Popular press often refers to the main party resort on the island of
Zante Zakynthos as the resort of Laganas. On the main Laganas strip
there are many bars, clubs, shops and
entertainment facilities that stay open till early in the morning. This
Zante nighclub
spot is really popular with the 18-30s crowd and can become quite
raucous in the peak summer months.
Kalamaki Nightlife
Just a few kilometres from Laganas, the neighbouring resort of
Kalamaki is definitely a far calmer night time experience. There are a
number of bars, restaurants and entertainment shows available here, but
it does not have the same club culture that you will find in Laganas.
You will find family oriented Karaoke bars and even an Irish Pub in
Kalamki – plenty to keep you entertained in the evening during your
holiday in Zakynthos.
Kalamaki is a great option if you would like a few big nights out in
Laganas, the main strip of Laganas is just five minutes taxi drive from
Kalamki, but want a quieter resort for the rest of your stay.
Argassi at night
A variety of other facilities in Argassi provide entertainment. The
mini golf course, well lit at night, and decorated with wonderful
fountains, is very popular in the evenings.
For later in the evening in Argassi, there are a number of popular
bars in the centre of the resort, many of which provide live
entertainment during the summer months. Most of the main island singers
perform in Argassi at some point during the week – check the boards
outside the bars for dates and starting times.
The bars in Argassi range from quiet cocktail bars, to more lively
nightclubs, albeit much smaller than those in Laganas. For a more
recreational pursuit in Argassi, you can try a game of mini-golf. There
are two mini-golf courses in Argassi which are always popular with all
the family.
Located on the outskirts of Argassi resorts are the most popular
Greek nightclubs on the island. On the way into Argassi from town you
will see three clubs right next to the sea. The middle club, Barrage, is
always popular with the local Greek – set under palm trees, and with
statues scattered around, this is a very classy club, often bringing in
star DJs, and always serving great drinks. On the way out of Argassi, as
you go up the hill to Vasilikos, you will spot another two Greek clubs –
Island and Koutsis. Island is a fantastic bar – painted in traditional
blue and white, with amazing views down over Argassi to Zante Town, this
is a fantastic place to enjoy an evening drink in true Greek Island
style.
Tsilivi Pubs and Bars
In Tsilivi you are spoilt for choice with a variety of bars,
including karaoke bars. Levels Cocktail Bar, Enigma, the beach bar at
the Alexandra Beach Hotel and the Ark Bar are among just a few of the
‘happening’ spots in Tsilivi. This resort is definitely more family
oriented, so while some of the bars will stay open late, you don’t get
the same club atmosphere as Laganas and Argassi.
Alykes and Alykanas
If you head further north along the Eastern Coast to the resorts of
Alykes and Alykanas you will be greeted with a very peaceful evening
experience. There are a few lovely outdoor bars in both of these resorts
where you can sit and enjoy a cocktail.
We are filming a variety of Zante web videos this summer in Zakynthos
which will bring you a wide selection of our favorite accommodations,
sight-seeing, trips in Zante and our selected options of the best
activities and things to do while on holiday in Zante. If you have any
suggestions please email us.
