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Plaka Beach
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Plaka Beach is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 76th place out of 503 beaches in the Ioanian Islands region 229.8 km away from its center, the city of Corfu. It is one of the beaches of Porto Roma settlement, just 1.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a small several bays coastline with crystal turquoise water and pure bright fine sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Plaka Beach is fully occupied by beach clubs with restricted entrance. The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
15 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is St. Nicholas Beach, which has a rating of 8.5.
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Plaka Beach is located in Ioanian Islands within Porto Roma, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Zakynthos island, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"The beach is absolutely stunning with its fine sand. It's also impeccably clean and has fantastic facilities. The peaceful atmosphere makes it feel like paradise."
Lindsey Tuttle
"The beach is a picturesque spot for capturing some stunning photographs, however, it may not be the ideal destination for spending an entire day or for those who wish to take a dip in the water."
Maren LirinKo Kovac
User reviews
"The beach is absolutely stunning with its fine sand. It's also impeccably clean and has fantastic facilities. The peaceful atmosphere makes it feel like paradise."
Lindsey Tuttle
"The beach is a picturesque spot for capturing some stunning photographs, however, it may not be the ideal destination for spending an entire day or for those who wish to take a dip in the water."
Maren LirinKo Kovac
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Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Vrahos Beach Snack B...• 2 min walk
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Transport
- ZTH• 9.4km
- bus station• 39.5km
- Ilias• 40km
Localities
- Porto Roma• 1.6km
- Corfu• 229.8km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Plaka Beach?
The Plaka Beach is covered with soft and fine golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is also very convenient, covered with excellent fine sand.
What are the key activities at Plaka Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, Plaka Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Plaka Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Plaka Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Plaka Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. The beach is completely occupied by a resort area with a paid entrance, which has all the infrastructure. It's covered with pure soft sand and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Plaka Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
What are the key audiences of Plaka Beach?
Plaka Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Plaka Beach?
The bar is located right on the Plaka Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Vrahos Beach Snack Bar is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Plaka Beach?
There are 1297 places to stay in the Plaka Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Plaka Beach include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Plaka Beach from parking?
The Plaka Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Plaka Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Plaka Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Banana Beach located in 0.3 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Plaka Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Plaka Beach is August. Its average value reaches 28°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 14°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Plaka Beach (Zakynthos island) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.
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