Tsougrias is the most visited islet located across the port of Skiathos. It is a beautiful place covered with pine trees and eucalyptus with the most amazing beaches with green crystalline waters. The picturesque church of Agios Floros is worth to visit on this island. There are just few umbrellas but no water sports center. Tsougrias island is a popular destination for people who have their own boats. The atmosphere is very relaxing combined with the natural beauty of the place. On the other side of the island, there is another beach, equally beautiful but you have to walk through the woods to get there. There are boats leaving on a daily basis from the port.
Only reachable by boat from the port of the capital, Lalaria is situated on the north-eastern tip of the island and is a dream-like place of an incredible beauty with huge white cliffs rising out of the clear deep blue sea. To the left of the white sandy beach is a rock forming a natural bridge between the sand and the sea with a hole in the middle composing a sort of submarine passage. The magnificent Blue and Dark caves are located just before Lalaria and are worth being visited by boat.
This lovely beach is situated on the northern tip of the island, under the old medieval city of Skiathos. The combination of a swim in the bluish transparent waters and a visit to the old city of Kastro is a unique experience you must not miss while you are in Skiathos. You can reach Kastro very easily on one of the boats running daily from Skiathos to Kastro. If you decide to get to Kastro by road, bear in mind that the combination of road an dirt - road stops at an hour's walking distance from Kastro. If you are willing to do an hour's walk, it is a worthwile experience.
The bay of Kechria situated in the north of the island. The trip there is worthwhile even though a lot of it is on dirt road. You can get there by boat as well. The waters are crystal-clear exposed to the northern winds and the sand is superb. Kechria is situated near the old monastery of Panagia Kechrias. Here you can combine an promising to fascinate you.
On the northern side of the island is the bay of Aselinos, located 13km west of Skiathos Town. It is a long beach with thick sand and small pebbles. It is often used as a short stop for daily excursions due to great natural environment. The beach is surrounded by Kounistra Mountain, a site with vast greenery reaching the edge of the shore. Aselinos is a lovely spot due to the exotic scenery, ideal for romantic walks. When there are northern winds, there are waves in the sea and this can make your swim more fun. There is a small yet charming tavern offering a great view to the sea that will guarantee you an unforgettable night. For those who like primitive and simple vacation, there is a camping area near Aselinos. You can reach Asselinos by road if you go through a piece of dirt road or by boat.
In this area there are three magnificent bays: mandraki, the bay Elias and Angistros. The landscape here changes as we move to the north and it becomes more wild and more impressive.All these three bays are magnificent and impressive since you can see no land. To reach these bays by road, you have to move in deeply through a lovely forest of pine-trees on sandly ground. It is easy to reach the sea on a motor-bike or by car. The natural beauty of the area, the beautiful trip, the crystal-clear sea and the peace and quiet will offer you one of the most enjoyable swims of your life.
Agia Eleni is a small cove that has taken its name from the chapel nearby dedicated to Agia Eleni (Saint Helena). The golden sandy beach is located 14km from Skiathos Town, in the west coast of the island, just 1km from the popular beach of Koukounaries.
This is the most famous beach of Skiathos, therefore the most crowded. It is well-known for its extremely fine white sand and its fragrant pine trees forest from which the region took its name. It is considered as the most unspoiled natural beach of the Mediterranean and is a protected environment. The beautiful crystal-clear deep blue waters are a real pleasure. Since the beach is well-organized, it offers many water sports, chairs, umbrellas, beach bars. The region around the beach is full of restaurants and tavernas A local bus links this beach to the capital every 30 minutes. A biotope can be found in the pine forest boarding the beach where different species of plants and birds are protected. This place, as well as the beach, is developed for ecotourism, financed by the Municipality and the European Union.
Maratha beach is found within a distance of 11km from Skiathos Town, just 500 meters before Koukounaries, the most famous beach of the island. The beach of Maratha is well-organized with umbrellas and sundecks offering visitors all the amenities for enjoyable vacations. Maratha beach is surrounded by tall pine trees that provide great shade in the hot summer days and the perfect landscape to relax. Around the area, there are a lot entertainment centers. It has a nice tavern with delicious Greek dishes. The beach is easily accessed from the public buses running frequently the route from Skiathos Town to Koukounaries.
The beach has taken its name from the island located nearby which looks like a dome. Troulos is situated on the southern coast of the island, 9 km from Skiathos Town. It distinguishes for the crystalline waters, the white golden sand and the high pine trees that provide shadow to the visitors. It is an organized beach with umbrellas, sundecks and many other facilities provided. There is also a lifeguard on a daily basis ensuring the safety of the people inside the water. The area offers many taverns and canteens with snacks and cold drinks. Troulos beach has been awarded with the Blue Flag for the services provided to visitors, the great organization and the cleanness and quality of the waters. The natural surrounding is actually a pole of attraction for hundreds of people every year. The beach is easily reachable by public bus, boat or car.
The beach resort of Agia Paraskevi is placed in the south area of Skiathos, 7 km from Skiathos Town. It is a beautiful beach with blue waters and golden sand. It took its name after the close little church of Agia Paraskevi. This large beach has enough facilities to practice lots of water sports, including water skiing and jet skiing. It is also possible to rent a boat to go on small trips around the island. Furthermore, there are a lot of great taverns by the sea. This beach can be accessed by bus from Skiathos Town.
This beautiful beach is located at the south coast of Skiathos, just 8km south west of the town, near the coastal resort of Kolios. It s a lovely bay with calm, clean waters and fine sand. Vromolimnos is considered to be the second most popular beach after Koukounaries due to the facilities provided like umbrellas and sundecks. Moreover, it is a hot spot for many tourists and especially the young crowds due to the loud music coming from the beach bars. There is also a water sports center, for those who need to get away from the usual. If you walk on the other side of the beach, you will enjoy a remarkable view and a unique sunset. Vromolimnos is surrounded by traditional taverns, known for their food localities. It is easily accessed by car, taxi and the public buses coming from the town.
This is a long and well-organized beach situated within a short walking distance of 2km from Skiathos Town. Megali Ammos is one of the most popular beaches in Skiathos due to the crystalline waters and the extended coast that gets really crowded, offering two rows of sundecks. Thus is a favorite spot of the locals due to its proximity from the town centre and of visitors who stay in the Town. There is a water sport center, offering training lessons for all ages. The sea is shallow, an ideal spot for families. For more privacy, walk around the rocks and head east way.