8 days in Skiathos Itinerary

Boasting some of Greece's finest beaches, Skiathos swells with vacationers from colder European countries at the height of the tourist season.

Change things up with these side-trips from Skiathos: Glossa Port (in Loutraki), Panagitsa of Pyrgos (in Skopelos Town) and Skopelos (Kastani Beach, Panormos Beach, &more). There's lots more to do: enjoy the sand and surf at Lalaria Beach, tour the pleasant surroundings at Mandraki Beach, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Agios Nikolaos Church and Clock Tower, and delve into the distant past at Kastro Ke Medieval Ekklisia.

To see more things to do, ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, go to the Skiathos holiday planning app.

If you are flying in from Cyprus, the closest major aiports are Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport, Skiathos Island National Airport and Thessaloniki Macedonia International Airport. August in Skiathos sees daily highs of 34°C and lows of 28°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.