Bochali holidays

Bochali holidays deliver peaceful, panoramic views in easy reach of the buzzy bars and historic highlights of Zante Town.

Village on a hill

Crowning the hill overlooking Zante Town, Bochali is a small village with a big history. Chosen for its far-reaching vantage point back in the 1600s, invading Venetians built a fortress here to secure their claim to the island. Nowadays, holidaymakers choose it for the same reason – a strategic stronghold for soaking up soothing panoramic views. You can visit the castle ruins if history is your thing, or just enjoy the quiet village vibes less than a 10-minute taxi ride from the bustling Zante Town. Don’t miss a sunset drink at Movida, where you can watch the city lights flicker on under a sleepy coral sky.

Capital action

Bochali is one of those places that offers the best of both worlds – the peace and quiet of a rustic Greek village, paired with the shops, bars and restaurants of the island’s capital just moments away. You can even walk to the city centre in 20 minutes on a footpath that winds through pine forests and authentic Grecian neighbourhoods. There’s no end of ways to fill your days once you get down there, from boat trips that depart daily from the harbour to historic hotspots like the Byzantine Museum.

From castles to sand

While the tranquil village of Bochali feels remote, in reality you’re never too far from the spotless Ionion Sea here. The nearest beach is a short five-minute drive away and you can also walk there in about 20 minutes – just be prepared for an uphill climb on the way home. The shingle beach is backed by an outdoor cinema for the summer months, called Cine Negas, which shows classic and modern movies under a twinkling blanket of stars. Meanwhile, the long curve of sand at Tsilivi – with its watersports and seafood tavernas – is only 10 minutes away, too.