The perfect place for a late afternoon or evening drink is from one of the terrace cafes by the castle overlooking Zante town. Great view and you can see the lights of the town twinkling and the whole bay stretching before you.

There's a beautiful little church there which isn't always open, but if it is take a look inside at the gilding and chandeliers - it's a favourite for weddings and christenings.

You can also climb the cobbled lane up to visit the stone Venetian fortress perched on the hill. There's a rather trendy nightclub on the way up if you want to mix with the beautiful people.

Take a taxi or drive up the hill at the back of Zante town and follow the signs - there's a big car-park nearby.

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If you're interested in more than lying on a beach, Romas Mansion will give you an interesting glimpse into the history and culture of the island.

It's an old mansion built in the 1660s and was used in the 19th century as the seat of government on Zakynthos. It was the home of the aristocratic Romas family and has now been opened to show the interiors and furnishing of the home of a wealthy Zakynthian family in the last century.

You'll find beautiful furniture, family portraits, leatherbound books and furnishings which would not look out of place in a stately home in England.

You can see photos of how the house was damaged and rebuilt after the earthquake in 1953 which destroyed most of Zante town.

Romas Mansion, Louka Carrer 19, Zante town, Zakynthos, 29100
www.romas.gr/english/

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