Description
Argassi is the nearest resort to the town of Zakynthos (4 km) and is a constantly developing tourist attraction, built along a nice beach.
Argassi is very popular and provides everything a visitor may wish for, including the intense nightlife!
There are many bars, restaurants and shops along and around the main road of the area.
Starting from Argassi, you may set to explore the nearby mountain of Skopos, reaching an altitude of 758 meters a.s.l. that offers a breath-taking view to the town of Zakynthos and the rest of the island. You will admire many beautiful flowers and colourful butterflies along the way.
Your stay at Argassi
Argassi is a very popular tourist resort, offering an extensive range of hotels, studios, apartments and bungalows at both busy and more quiet spots. You may choose among several price classes.
Transportation
There is regular, frequent bus service to the town of Zakynthos - Zante. One can also easily rent a car, jeep, bike or bicycle. There is a taxi station on the main road very close to the sea.
The restaurants
All along and around the main road there are numerous taverns and restaurants, where the visitor may select from extensive menus, not only from the greek cuisine but also from the english, chinese. There are also several fast-foods.
Some of the restaurants and the also offer you the experience of singing and dancing with traditional greek music!
The beaches
No more than five minutes of walking will take you from the center of Argassi to the sea. The beach is not very wide, but it is long, with fine sand. Water sports are allowed and there are also showers, umbrellas and sunbeds for rent, paragliders, sea-skiing, ringos and sea-bikes.
Shopping
Most of the shops are located along the main street, and include many supermarkets, bakeries, leatherwear shops, gift-shops and jeweleries.
Nightlife
Argassi is a hot spot for nightlife, as it is located very close to the town of Zakynthos and has a lot of clubs and bars for all music tastes.
There are many "english-style" clubs and pubs, playing the last dance-hits.
Karaoke, quiz nights and live, wide-screen TV coverage of athletic events via satellite will keep everyone happy!