Skiathos at a Glance
For stunning sandy beaches, “take it or leave it” nightlife, restaurants and superb facilities, look no further than the Greek island of Skiathos. Greek millionaires’ mansions line the coast, but mixed with a fine selection of cheap accommodation in studios, apartments and hotels, Skiathos is an ideal location for any budget.
There are copious amounts of shopping opportunities in Skiathos Town, ranging from cheap souvenir emporiums to exclusive local artist galleries, from speciality food shops to designer label stores. Winding cobbled streets are lined with beautiful white washed houses and hidden boutiques.
Take the main road out of Skiathos Town following the south coast to the far west, and you will meet sandy beach after glorious sandy beach: Megali Ammos, Achladias, Tzaneria, Kanapitsa, Kolios, Troulos and Koukounaries, are just a few! Couples, groups and families will all be pleased that they booked their cheap flight or package holiday to Skiathos!
Beaches in Skiathos
Koukounaries has been voted one of the best beaches in the world and is perfect for the whole family; with its choice of tavernas, crystal clear shallow waters, arc of the most splendid golden sand and excellent choice of water sports.
Kanapitsa offers a choice of beaches which are great for families and children. Sunbeds and umbrellas are generally available on most of the beaches in Skiathos. There are fewer beaches on the north coast of Skiathos, but there are a number of sandy beaches and they are less crowded.
During the summer between Skiathos Town and Koukounaries, a south coast bus service runs regularly throughout the day and into the night. Jump on the bus and stop at a different beach every day, or spend the day on the beach and head to Skiathos Town for the busy nightlife and excellent choice of restaurants and bars!
Whatever your choice of activity, Skiathos can provide!
Explore on Skiathos Holidays
All major beaches in Skiathos provide umbrellas and beach chairs to make the beach experience more enjoyable. With constant crystal clear waters, Koukounaries beach boast fine sand and warm waters that are perfect for swimming and snorkeling. Popular beaches also include; Achladies, Maegali Ammos and Vromolimnos.
A water taxi links Kanapitsa and Tzanera, and many small boats leave Skiathos Town everyday to Tsougria Island or the mainland. Skopelos and Alonissos, Skiathos’ sister islands can also be visited on day excursions and a boat trip to Athens is even possible. But stay on Skiathos and visit Evangelistria and Kounistra monasteries or hire a jeep and maybe visit Kastro or Kechria Beach.
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