An emerald island in the northern Aegean — 60 sandy beaches and a verdant pine forest at its heart.
Skiathos is a small Sporades island famous for its stunning beaches — the airport is so close to the shore that planes literally fly over sunbathers. Lush, compact, and romantic.
300K
visitors/year
Best time to visit
June–August — full season, May or September quieter
Top sights & experiences
- 🏖️ Koukounaries Beach
- ✈️ Runway 33 – Planes Flying Over Sunbathers
- 🏴☠️ Bourtzi Castle
- 🚢 Island Boat Tour – Best Beaches
- 🌿 Evangelistria Monastery
- 🍢 Skiathos Town Harbor – Evening & Meze
Perfect for
BeachesNightlifeRomantic getaway
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