Koukounaries
One of the island's best-known beaches, a long sandy beach on the south-west coast, backed by pine trees.
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Skiathos: airports, things to do and where to stay
Skiathos is a small island in the Sporades, in the Aegean, known for its fine sandy beaches and a town of white houses around a lively harbour.
Skiathos airports
From the airport to central Skiathos
Skiathos Alexandros Papadiamantis airport is about 2 km from central Skiathos.
Skiathos island bus
The island bus, running between Skiathos Town and the beaches of the south coast. The airport is only about 2 km from the town.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal. The drive to Skiathos takes about 5-10 min.
Skiathos
Things to do in Skiathos
Lalaria
A beach of smooth white pebbles on the north coast, reached by boat, with rock arches carved by the sea.
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Papadiamantis House Museum
The house of the writer Alexandros Papadiamantis, born on the island, now a museum in Skiathos Town.
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Old Port
The old harbour of Skiathos Town, with cafés and tavernas, from where boats leave for the beaches.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Skiathos?
Skiathos is served by Skiathos Alexandros Papadiamantis (JSI).
How far is the airport from central Skiathos?
Skiathos Alexandros Papadiamantis airport is about 2 km from central Skiathos.
How do I get from the airport to central Skiathos?
From Skiathos Alexandros Papadiamantis airport you can take Skiathos island bus (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Skiathos?
Highlights of Skiathos include Koukounaries, Lalaria, Papadiamantis House Museum, and Old Port.
Photo credits
- Koukounaries: Shi Annan, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Lalaria: Harout Arabian from Bourj Hammoud, Lebanon, CC BY 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Papadiamantis House Museum: Sergey Bostandzhyan, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Old Port: Shi Annan, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons