What to do and see in Skiathos, Sporades: The Best Beaches

June 3, 2021 Emerita Lamoureux

Tiny Skiathos is packed with pine forests, archaeological ruins, and—most importantly—beaches. Shed your inhibitions at the nudist Banana Beach or have a more modest sun session at Koukounaries, which is peppered with lively cafes. Sail around on a chartered catamaran, hike to the dramatic medieval ruins of Kastro and tap into your spiritual side at one of Skiathos many monasteries.
Restaurants in Skiathos

1. Hidden Beach

Krifi Ammos, Koukounaries 370 02 Greece
Excellent
59%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 191 reviews

Hidden Beach

Reviewed By boris-tanja - Nova Gorica, Slovenia

Nice relaxed atmosphere. Friendly service. Good food in very nice beach.From the macadam road, it is necessary to descend approximately 100m, very steep From the macadam road, it is necessary to descend approximately 100m, very steep .. Predlagajte urejanje O Google PrevajalnikuSkupnostZa mobilne naprave O GoogluZasebnost in pogojiPomočPošljite povratne informacije

2. Bourtzi Beach

Port of Skiathos, 370 02 Greece
Excellent
64%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 199 reviews

Bourtzi Beach

Reviewed By PMB1231 - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

We make a point to visit this area ( through the back streets overlooking the old port ( keep the sea on your left all the time and you will find the area.) not the beach but the rocks that jute out and you see Skiathos port from a different angle as well as beautiful view of the sea and other beaches along the coast .. We also jump in and have a swim more often with the locals/ children who seem to enjoy jumping off the rocks. The beach is very small and not really well kept as the Taverna at the bottom is derelict. A lovely walk back down other back streets

3. Mandraki Beach

Mandraki, 37002 Greece
Excellent
59%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 792 reviews

Mandraki Beach

Reviewed By saronic - Zurich, Switzerland

Our favourite beach, when on Skiathos, was the one at Mandraki. For it we took the bus to Koukounaries village, but got off at a stop called 'Mandraki Beach' just before the final stop at Koukounaries Beach. The bus leaves Skiathos town every 15 minutes and with many stops in between the whole trip takes about 40 minutes. Once off the bus we started a wonderful walk through a forest of umbrella pines, which are not very common in Greece, where forested coastal areas mainly consist of the nice smelling, but a bit less impressive Aleppo pine. There is a path for hikers, while drivers with a car or a bike will use a small unsurfaced road towards Mandraki with its limited parking space. Not too many people are usually found on this forest path, where one can observe various plants like strawberry trees, rock roses, heather, mastix, smilax or a not very common Daphne gnidioides with white flowers and red berries at the same time in September. Mandraki Beach has golden sand, which continues in the sea, making it easy to get into the water. In this respect just like Koukounaries Beach, but without the razzmatazz around it. There are stalls selling drinks and snacks and parts of Mandraki are covered with sunbeds and umbrellas, but there is also an area, where one can enjoy the beach without using these comforts. Walking the same way back we then loved to walk along the lagoon of Koukounaries with its interesting flora and birdlife to the final bus stop by the beach with a bigger chance to find a seat on the often crowded bus to Skiathos town.

4. Kechria Beach

Near Kastro, 370 02 Greece
Excellent
63%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
7%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 210 reviews

Kechria Beach

Reviewed By SAW1990 - Bedford, United Kingdom

Amazingly beautiful beach with seating on the pebbles or on the grass of the taverna property. We arrived as the sun was starting to set and ordered a delicious range of dishes that included grilled shrimp, fresh tuna, calamari and sea urchins. Every dish was delicious and we somehow found space for orange pie! I can't wait to return another year.

5. Lalaria Beach

370 02 Greece
Excellent
70%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,035 reviews

Lalaria Beach

In the northeastern part of the island lies the beach Lalaria,one of the most beautiful in Greece and one that made Skiathos famous.The majestic look of the scenery causes awe and admiration to guests who see it for the first time

Reviewed By gheorghem428 - Volos, Greece

crystal clear waters, incredible view! got there by boat with family and friends! the beach is made of incredible gray-white pebbles and the water is blue and beautifull. nice rocks to dive from in the waters. Recomand the experience. it s a must if you visit Skiathos!

6. Troulos Beach

Troulos 37002 Greece
Excellent
51%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1,167 reviews

Troulos Beach

Reviewed By Explore301442

A lovely place for families and couples alike very friendly lots of secluded beaches with beach bars clean sand and gentle slopes into crystal clear water without the horrible sound of quad bikes and such like Greece as it should be !!!!

7. Mikros Aselinos Beach

Greece
Excellent
66%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 194 reviews

Mikros Aselinos Beach

Reviewed By elenaoancea1 - Skopelos, Greece

Great and unique spot. Easy to get to with a car from Koukounaries and Mandraki beach; the road is in good condition when coming from Mandraki, while after you park your car need to walk a bit, down to the beach. The small taverna has everything you need for a day at the beach. Enjoy this beach and lets keep its unique charm!

8. Ligaries Beach

370 02 Greece
Excellent
63%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 169 reviews

Ligaries Beach

Reviewed By jaguar11m - Sturminster Newton, United Kingdom

The family run taverna by the beach is outstanding.There is a fairly limited menu which means that all the food is home prepared and perfectly cooked,for example whole stuffed squid,octopus,large prawns and sea bass.There is also a selection of traditional Greek meat dishes.The service is super and the owners and staff are all delightful.

9. Krifi Ammos Beach

Greece
Excellent
58%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 77 reviews

Krifi Ammos Beach

Reviewed By to_experience_new - Sweden, null

This secluded beach is a nice and quiet place with a very nice little taverna. Nothing fancy at all, but the usual menu at reasonable prices. Good service as well, they really want you to feel well.

10. Tsougrias Beach

37002 Greece
Excellent
71%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 346 reviews

Tsougrias Beach

Tsougria island has one of the most beautiful beaches.The best beach is in the middle and is always very calm with clear green water.The water is very shallow and messy ideal for families.The beach has beach chairs, umbrellas and beach bar.

Reviewed By grbr07 - Jakarta, Indonesia

Great beach, even better this year without an operative beach bar....just boats and people visiting on the commercial boat tours. Idyllic the few hours before sunset, clear waters combined with a tsipouro on the boat is unbeatable! A must visit when in Skiathos!

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