About Skiathos
Skiathos is the most popular island in the Sporades and home to some of the finest beaches in Greece. Koukounaries, a crescent of golden sand backed by a pine forest lagoon, regularly tops lists of the best beaches in the Mediterranean. The island has over 60 beaches, many accessible only by boat, and its pine-covered hills create a lush, green landscape. Skiathos Town is lively and cosmopolitan, with excellent restaurants, bars, and a charming old harbour. The island gained fame as a filming location for Mamma Mia!, and its combination of beaches, nightlife, and natural beauty makes it a perennial favourite.
Koukounaries Beach
One of the best beaches in the Mediterranean — golden sand, pine forest, and a freshwater lagoon.
60+ Beaches
More beaches than days in a summer — many accessible only by boat from your yacht.
Lalaria Beach
Dramatic white pebble beach with a natural rock arch, accessible only by boat.
Mamma Mia! Island
Filming location for the hit movie. The church at Kastro is the famous wedding chapel.
Best Time to Visit
June to September. The Sporades have gentler winds than the Cyclades, making for comfortable sailing.
Recommended Yachts
All yacht types work well. The Sporades' sheltered waters suit catamarans and sailing yachts. Motor yachts enjoy the numerous beach stops.
Anchorages & Marinas
Where to moor your yacht at Skiathos
Skiathos Town
portMain harbour with good facilities. Lively waterfront with restaurants and bars.
Koukounaries Bay
bayAnchorage off the famous beach. Good holding in sand.
Lalaria
bayDay anchorage at the dramatic north coast beach. Exposed — calm conditions only.
Aselinos Bay
baySheltered west coast bay with a sandy beach and taverna.
Beaches
The best swimming spots at Skiathos
Koukounaries
Yacht accessGolden sand, pine forest, and a lagoon — consistently rated among the best beaches in Europe.
Lalaria
Yacht accessWhite pebble beach with a natural rock arch and turquoise water. Boat access only.
Banana Beach
Yacht accessLong sandy beach on the south coast with beach bars and water sports.
Kastro Beach
Yacht accessRemote beach below the medieval fortress on the north coast. Boat access only.
Restaurants
Where to eat at Skiathos
Marmita
Modern Greek$$$Creative restaurant in Skiathos Town with inventive dishes and a romantic courtyard.
The Windmill
Mediterranean$$$Restaurant in a converted windmill above the harbour with panoramic views.
Bourtzi
Seafood$$$Restaurant on the Bourtzi peninsula between the two harbours. Fresh fish and sunset views.
Taverna Agnanteio
Traditional Greek$$Hilltop taverna with the best views on the island and excellent traditional food.
Things to Do
The best experiences at Skiathos
Sail to Lalaria Beach
adventureCruise the dramatic north coast to this boat-access-only beach with its natural rock arch.
Beach hop the south coast
relaxationSpend a day anchoring at different beaches — Vromolimnos, Banana, and Koukounaries.
Visit Kastro
cultureSail to the medieval fortress on the north coast — the old capital of the island with dramatic cliff views.
Nightlife in Skiathos Town
nightlifeThe harbour bars and clubs come alive after midnight — the liveliest nightlife in the Sporades.
Mamma Mia! tour
cultureVisit the filming locations from the hit movie, including the chapel and the harbour scenes.
Insider Tip from Our Captains
Arrive at Lalaria beach before 10am to have it to yourself. The tour boats from Skiathos Town start arriving mid-morning.
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