Skiathos

Skiathos is the most popular island of all 73 islands in the Sporades Archipelago in the Aegean Sea. This region boasts wonderful mountain landscapes, most of which consist of pine trees, as well as numerous beaches - their number exceeds 60 on the island! Skiathos is the perfect holiday in Greece for lovers of nature and blissful relaxation. It is also worth visiting the town of Skiathos, which has only a few thousand inhabitants and is the only town on the island. The island itself may be small, but that doesn't stop it from welcoming thousands of tourists every year. It is here, on the island of Skiathos, and also on its neighbor Skopelos, that the world-famous, great musical "Mamma Mia!" was recorded.

Skiathos – for whom?

A luxurious holiday in Skiathos in Greece will be perfect for families with children looking for a blissful holiday, as well as for couples and enthusiasts of active holidays, as well as for those who enjoy nightlife. The island is famous for its paradise beaches with gentle slopes and warm, turquoise water, perfect even for the youngest. There will also be couples who want to spend a romantic holiday in Greece, who want to relax on wonderful beaches during the day and indulge in the rhythm of Skiathos town in the evening. The island has numerous natural attractions to offer to all those who prefer to explore it actively instead of lying on the beach. Lovers of good food will also find something for themselves thanks to the multitude of restaurants and bars. There will also be no shortage of discos and outdoor events for those craving nightlife.

How to get to Skiathos?

We can get to Skiathos by LOT Polish Airlines and Ryanair from several Polish cities, including Warsaw, Krakow, Poznań, Katowice and Wrocław. Cruises with a stopover in Athens depart approximately once a week (depending on the city).

What are the biggest tourist attractions in Skiathos and what is worth seeing in Skiathos?

The island has over 60 beaches, making them the main attractions of the region. The most beautiful of them include beaches such as: Koukounaries, where the wonderful Elivi Skiathos hotel is located - the best on the entire island; Lalaria, which can only be accessed from the sea, and the beaches of Banana, Mandraki and Agia Eleni. In addition to the beaches, it is worth taking a trip around the island and visiting the attractions of Skiathos, such as the Bourtzi castle from the XNUMXth century, the caves on Lalaria beach, or the Evangelistria monastery. Also worth seeing will be the famous church in the city of Skiathos, Agios Nikolaos and the ruins of the former capital of the island - Kastro, built in the XNUMXth century.

When is the best time to go on holiday to Skiathos?

On the Greek island of Skiathos, we can count on wonderful beach weather from June to September - this is also the hottest time. For those of you who prefer active recreation to lying on the beach at 30 degrees, we recommend the period from April to June or from September to November. Then we won't meet so many tourists, which means fewer queues to attractions or restaurants.