The Tsilivi Village, also known as Planos is a popular tourist resort located on the central-eastern coast of the island of Zakynthos, five kilometers from the city of Zakynthos, the capital. The main attraction of Tsilivi is its long sandy beach, bathed by a clear sea and highly appreciated by tourists of all ages.
Tsilivi beach
The lively beach of Tsilivi, over 2 km long, is located in a quiet bay protected from the wind and offers numerous tourist and sports facilities. It is a beautiful sandy beach bathed by a clean and transparent sea with waters that slope gently towards the open sea. The beach that boasts the Blue Flag, offers two sun beds and an umbrella for € 7 per day, as well as free stretches and centers where you can rent water sports equipment. Behind the beach there are also many bars, kiosks with polite and efficient staff.
Among the various activities you will find beach volleyball courts, water games and you can try your hand at water scooters, pedal boats, jet-skis, canoes, windsurfing and paragliding. In short, you will be spoiled for choice .. The various sports that Tsilivi beach offers will give you the opportunity to make new experiences, meet new friends and have fun in company!
The sea is crystal clear and characterized by a sandy seabed which slopes very slowly and is also ideal for small children. Tsilivi beach is in fact very popular with families and groups of friends. If we really have to find a small flaw at Tsilivi beach, it is crowding, which you can easily solve by arriving early in the morning, to enjoy this beautiful beach before it fills up. In the gulf of Tsilivi, which is very large, in addition to the main beach you will find other smaller beaches, but equally equipped with bars, restaurants, deck chairs and umbrellas, where you can only dedicate yourself to well-deserved relaxation.
What to visit in the village of Tsilivi
In recent years this pretty village has experienced a rapid development from a tourist point of view, in fact there is no shortage of activities to be practiced outside the beach.
The Tsilivi water park, with numerous water slides, swimming pools and water features, stands in a green, lively and colorful environment. Other trees have even been added to the existing ones to create a sort of "aquatic tropical paradise". The Tsilivi Waterpark started its activity in May 2010 and aims to become the new multipurpose space for entertainment and relaxation for residents and tourists visiting the island of Zakynthos.
Other recreational activities that you will find in the village of Tsilivi are the funfair and mini golf, suitable for children and teenagers of all ages ..
In the northern area of Tsilivi you can explore the ruins of a Venetian observatory that remind us of the history and culture of this fascinating area.
In the surroundings of Tsilivi you will find verdant hills covered with olive trees and vineyards, idyllic places to take long walks and admire the relaxing panorama. There are numerous shops that you will find in the town: from supermarkets, to pastry shops to souvenir shops and then to jewelers, ceramic, clothing and other shops. Most of the shops are managed by local families, which will give you the opportunity to get to know the locals and Greek hospitality. The tourist development is very recent and has not yet affected the traditional and authentic spirit of this place and of those who live there.
How to move in Tsilivi
As for mobility, a fundamental element for your holiday in Zakynthos, Tsilivi is connected to the city of Zakynthos by buses that make numerous daily trips. Furthermore, in the village of Tsilivi it is possible to rent any means of transport to move independently on the island: cars, jeeps, scooters, quads and bicycles.
The nightlife of Tsilivi
Tsilivi is a very welcoming village and offers a great variety of bars, trendy cafes, family run taverns, restaurants and clubs. The nightlife of Tsilivi is in fact very animated and lively, without however the exaggeration that is encountered in high places.
The evening entertainment ranges from bowling, to miniature golf, to karaoke bars, to the inevitable night clubs, which leave the visitor only spoiled for choice on how to spend the evening full of fun.
Where to stay in Tsilivi
Tsilivi is a large town and there is no shortage of accommodation facilities, especially in the quieter areas of the village. You can find comfortable accommodation near the beach or in the hills of the hinterland, for lovers of tranquility. The different accommodation solutions range from hotels, to apartments, to residences, to satisfy every need.
If you want to spend quiet and fun holidays but also to visit the rest of the island with all its beauties Tsilivi is the right place. A country with modern tourist facilities, where next to a crystal clear sea and a sunny climate, you will find every service to spend a perfect holiday!