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St. Nicholas Beach
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About
St. Nicholas Beach is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 66th place out of 503 beaches in the Ioanian Islands region 230.2 km away from its center, the city of Corfu. It is one of the beaches of Porto Roma settlement, just 1.3 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a short straight coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, seniors etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
A significant part of the beach is occupied by beach clubs with limited access The beach facilities are only available to visitors of resort area. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. Daily boat rental service is located nearby. This area has also a water park in the sea with various inflatable toys which constitute excellent activities for parents and children.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.
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 Mavratzi Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.
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St. Nicholas 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
"This beach is perfect for water sports enthusiasts! They offer affordable packages that allow you to participate in multiple activities. Additionally, the cost of renting chairs and umbrellas is more reasonable compared to other nearby beaches. It's worth noting that the sand here is a beautiful golden color."
Lena de Almeida
"The beach is incredibly spacious and offers plenty of sunbeds to accommodate visitors at any time of day. However, it should be noted that certain areas of the beach may have music playing at a volume that some may find too loud. Additionally, the beach provides opportunities for various water sports, such as parasailing and more."
Andros Andrews
User reviews
"This beach is perfect for water sports enthusiasts! They offer affordable packages that allow you to participate in multiple activities. Additionally, the cost of renting chairs and umbrellas is more reasonable compared to other nearby beaches. It's worth noting that the sand here is a beautiful golden color."
Lena de Almeida
"The beach is incredibly spacious and offers plenty of sunbeds to accommodate visitors at any time of day. However, it should be noted that certain areas of the beach may have music playing at a volume that some may find too loud. Additionally, the beach provides opportunities for various water sports, such as parasailing and more."
Andros Andrews
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A good place to stay! Lots of accommodation options nearby.
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There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at St. Nicholas Beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on St. Nicholas Beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- St. Nicolas Beach Cl...• 2 min walk
- Koukis taverna• 2 min walk
- Ammos Beach Bar• 2 min walk
- Mesala Restaurant &...• 4 min walk
Attractions
- Banana Beach• 2 min walk
- Banana Beach• 13 min walk
- Banana Beach• 13 min walk
- Προτομή ποιητή Διονυ...• 20 min walk
Transport
- ZTH• 9.7km
- bus station• 39.2km
- Ilias• 39.7km
Localities
- Porto Roma• 1.3km
- Corfu• 230.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the St. Nicholas Beach?
The coastline of St. Nicholas Beach is covered with 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 sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at St. Nicholas Beach?
For sunbathing and relaxing, St. Nicholas Beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the St. Nicholas Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
St. Nicholas Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the St. Nicholas Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the St. Nicholas 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 sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the St. Nicholas 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 St. Nicholas Beach?
St. Nicholas Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:
- Senior people
Is there any food or beverages in the area of St. Nicholas Beach?
The bar is located right on the St. Nicholas Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.St. Nicolas Beach Club is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the St. Nicholas Beach?
There are 1247 places to stay in the St. Nicholas Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of St. Nicholas Beach include:
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How far is the St. Nicholas Beach from parking?
The St. Nicholas 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 St. Nicholas Beach?
There are 4 attractions near St. Nicholas Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Banana Beach located in 0 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit St. Nicholas Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in St. Nicholas 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?
St. Nicholas 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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