Laganas is a developed tourist resort of the island and its located about 8 km from Zakynthos town and 6 km from Zante airport . The area got its name from the salt marshes and the work that took place there, which supplied the island with salt.
Laganas provide all kind of accommodations from luxury hotels , complexes and family owned rooms for rent .
It is famous as one of the best beaches on the island and its shallow water is suitable for families with children.
In the center of Laganas you can find a variety of bars, restaurants , taverns shops and supermarkets .
It is a beach that you can spend your entire day relaxing and enjoying the summer sun ,do water sports and boat trips to the BlueCaves and Shipwreck.
By air :
Zakynthos is connected to Athens airport “El Venizelos’ with daily flights lasting 45 minutes.
The island is connected to many European cities with direct international charter flights during the tourist season (April-October).
The airport is called Dionysos Solomos and is located 4 km from Zakynthos town having excellent transport links with this network.
For more information please call :
“El Venizelos’ airport : +30 210 3530000
Zakynthos Airport : +30 26950 28322 official website: https://www.zth-airport.gr
Olympic airways ( Athens ) : +30 210 9666666
Olympic airways ( Athens ) : +30 26950 48611
By ferries :
There are daily ferries from Zante to the port of Kyllini and the trip takes about an hour.
You can also travel by boat to the island of Kefalonia. From the port of Agios Nikolaos, in the south, are two daily ferries to the neighboring island.
The trip takes about 1 hour and you can spend with your car .
Zakynthos the summer months is connected with Italy.
For more information please call :
Kyllini port : +30 26230 92211
Zakynthos port : +30 26950 28117 – 8 Ventutre ship ( Zante ) : +30 26950 48301 Ventutre ship ( Kyllini ) : +30 26230 92488 / 92013
https://www.ioniangroup.com
https://www.levanteferries.com/
By bus :
There are local buses to all parts of the island, daily for your convenience. From the station you can buy your ticket.
Also, the building has a cafeteria, snack bar and shop.You can also buy your ticket for a local route, through the bus.
Buses start from the town of Zakynthos destination: Argassi – Xirokastelo – Vassilikos – Porto Roma – Tsilivi – Planos – Tsilivi – blister – Zante – Alykes – Katastari – Orthonies – Anafonitria – Volimes – Out Country – Kampi – St. Leo – St Nicholas – Macherado – Galaris – Gyri – Candle – Statues – Lithakia – Laganas.
For more information please call :
Athens ( Kifisou 100) Telephone: +30 210 5129432, 5129432
Zakynthos (Filita Street 42) – Telephone: +30 26950 22255, 42656.
website : https://ktel-zakynthos.gr/en/
Transportation in Zante island By car or motorbike
The car although it cost more than public transport, it is ideal for exploring every corner of the island and discover hidden beauty.
You can simply, quickly and cheaply to rent cars can take it to the port or airport.
Renting a car or motorbike is a great way to be able to travel to Zante with the pace that suits you best.
Rent a car for the whole or a part of your vacation. You can find many rental car companies, many of which offer special prices.
Documents you will need You will need to provide a valid driving licence, issued in your country of residence at least one year ago (some companies require 2 years). If your permit has been issued with additional documents, you should submit them as well. Where your permit has been issued to another EC / ECA, you may need an international driving licence.
By Taxi Local taxis have a silver / gray color and you can book a taxi to waiting upon your arrival.
For more details please click here www.zantetaxi.gr.
The distances from the airport to the resorts of Zakynthos: Alykes & Alykanas: 30 minutes
Argassi: 15 minutes
Laganas: 5 minutes
Tsilivi: 20 minutes
By Bus There are local buses to all parts of the island, daily for your convenience. Check here local routes
From the station you can buy your ticket, find out about prices and schedules. Also, the building has a cafeteria, snack bar and shop.
You can also buy your ticket for a local route, through the bus.
Buses start from the town of Zakynthos destination: Argassi – Xirokastelo – Vassilikos – Porto Roma – Tsilivi – Planos – Tsilivi – blister – Zante – Alykes – Katastari – Orthonies – Anafonitria – Volimes – Out Country – Kampi – St. Leo – St Nicholas – Macherado – Galaris – Gyri – Candle – Statues – Lithakia – Laganas.
Useful Telephone Numbers
Police:(+30) 26950 22 100 / 42 550
Tourist Police: (+30) 26950 42 550 / 27 367
Port Authority: (+30) 26950 28 117 / 28 118
General Prefecture Hospital: (+30) 26950 49 111 / 49 112 / 49 113
Zakynthos Town Hall: (+30) 26950 22 315 / 23 336
First Aid Center (EKAB):(+30) 26950 23 166
Centre of Public Services:(+30) 22890 28 621
Centre of Telecommunications (O.T.E.):(+30) 26950 59 300 / 42 499 / 22 139
Post Office (EL. TA.):(+30) 26950 42418
Bus Station:(+30) 26950 42656 / 22255
Taxi stands:(+30) 26950 22 280 / 28 104 / 23 788 / 28 261
Customs:(+30) 26950 26 119
Firebrigade:(+30) 26950 22 199 / 22 161
Greek Tourism Organization (EOT):(+30) 26950 25 428
Olympic Airways Zakynthos:(+30) 26950 28 611 / 42 617 / 44 433
Radio Taxi:(+30) 26950 48 400