There are many family-run traditional taverns in Alykanas you’ll love, serving excellent local cuisine and wholesome Greek fare. The town also boasts restaurants which serve International cuisines for those who prefer a taste of home.
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Alykanas Holidays
Overview
It’s no surprise Alykanas holidays are a popular choice among families and couples. This sea village is a stone’s throw from pretty Alykes village and is rich with hotels, nightlife and entertainment. The quaint town has a cosmopolitan feel and is the perfect place to unwind and relax.
Alykanas is a small town situated on the lovely Greek Island of Zakynthos, but don’t worry – its slow pace is a far cry from the livelier resort towns popular with the 18-30 crowd. Holidays to Alykanas are spectacular if you desire picturesque beaches with impressive ocean views, amazing mountain trails and cosy villages. On your Alykanas Holidays, the fine sandy beaches offer impressive views of the mountainous backdrop, and many are Blue Flag certified – ideal if you’re travelling with the kids. The resort is surrounded by lush tropical olive groves and vineyards, and the Old Town is not far from the main beach, complete with a main square and a church.
If you wish to discover the resort’s history, visit the 16th century St. John the Baptist monastery and wonderful Navagio Shipwreck Beach, which looks like something on the front of a postcard. Another amazing must-see is the Skinari Lighthouse. Both the shipwreck beach and the lighthouse are about 12km from Alykanas, but are definitely worth the visit. You’ll find a cluster of local restaurants, cafés, bars and shops in the town centre, all of which accommodate children with play areas and kids’ menus available – so you can be sure however you spend your evenings, everyone will be happy.
Essential Information: When you go and what you'll need
Temperature(Avg.monthly °c)
Rainfall(Avg.monthly mm)
January
11°c
February
11°c
March
13°c
April
15°c
May
19°c
June
23°c
July
23°c
August
23°c
September
23°c
October
20°c
November
16°c
December
13°c
Getting Around
The taxis in Alykanas have been replaced with authentic horse-drawn carts. The streets here are void of any traffic. You can find the locals commuting in bicycles. Walking around town is easy and is a great way to explore.
Your Guide to Alykanas
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Beach Life
Alykanas has some of the best beaches in Zante. Most of the beaches here are Blue Flag Certified - making them a great shout for kids to paddle and swim in. There are plenty of avenues for you to enjoy jet skiing, parasailing, a new flyboard experience, water skiing, kite surfing, scuba diving and much more. You can also head out to the beautiful, and famous, Shipwreck Beach - be sure to make a reservation for the boat at least a day in advance though.
Shopping In Alykanas
Alykanas centre has several shops that sell souvenirs, gifts, jewellery, leather products, handmade goods and beyond etc. Indulge in local sweets including the Pasteli (sesame seed candy) and Mantolato (nougat). The local souvenir shops here sell vases, sculptures and paintings of the island. The town also has a handful of supermarkets and shops that sell everyday items.
Buzzing Nightlife
Alykanas has something to offer for all ages in terms of nightlife. There is an abundance of family-run taverns, a few of which host karaoke nights during the week. There are also bars & clubs that are open until the early hours of the morning. While there aren’t too many swanky bars or clubs, Alykanas makes do with a fantastic selection of lounges and restaurants.
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