Skyros

Discover impressive monuments and sites:

• The Byzantine castle. On the entrance you can see the walled-in marble lion (dragon) and remains of prehistoric and Byzantine walls. The view to the sea and to the rest of Northern Sporades islands is overwhelming. Inside the castle lie the ruins of a 9th c. church as well as the castle-monastery of Agios Georgios (10th c.). 
• Manos and Anastasia Faltaits Folk Art Museum, founded in 1964 in the Skyriton Park.
• The Palaiopyrgos (Old Tower), the biggest tower of the ancient prehistoric walls of the island.
• The little stone theatre, which hosts important cultural events during summer such as the Skyros Festival.
• The Archaeological Museum boasting finds that range from the Early Bronze Age to the Roman times. Admire the folk art collection of the Skyrian House (Skyriano Spiti), which includes local wood-carved furniture, painted ceramic plates and textiles, household and agricultural items.
• Megali Strata, which leads to Kyprou Square (known also as Brook square), dominated by the statue of the English poet and philhellene Robert Brook (1887-1915), made by the sculptor Michael Tompros.

Beaches

Skyros boasts some of the most breathtaking beaches in Greece, where crystal-clear waters meet golden sands and lush pine trees stretch right to the shoreline. This stunning landscape creates the perfect setting for serene moments of relaxation and natural beauty. The closest beaches to Chora are Magazia, Molos, Papa to Chouma and Lino. The far-streching sandy beach of Molos is among the most popular spots on the island. In the north visit the beaches of Petritsa, Kyra Panagia, Agios Petros and Theotokos.

Fascinating Trips Around Skyros

The island’s most striking feature is its diverse landscape. Lush pine forests and vibrant greenery dominate the north part, while the south's rugged and untamed beauty will steal your heart away. Kochylas, the island’s highest mountain, rises majestically over Skyros. In the northern part of the island, picturesque hamlets are scattered across the landscape, each one an essential piece of a unique and captivating whole.

Magazia, Molos and Gyrismata are famous seaside villages. Their beach is also suitable for water sports. In Magazia you can see the church of Agios Georgios while in Pouria you can visit the ancient quarry. You will be impressed by Agios Nikolaos Church, which is built in the rock. At a short distance see the old windmill that now is a bar-restaurant. Situated 3 and 4 km N of Hora respectively.

Aspous, a charming coastal village just 4.5 km south of Chora, greets visitors along the road from the port to Chora. Legend has it that Achilles started his journey to Troy from the adjacent bay Achilli. Make sure you also visit the local pottery workshop. For those who enjoy hiking, take a  45-minute walk, to the chapel of Prophet Elias (1.5 km south), and enjoy the panoramic view.

Acherounes, 10 km south of Chora, is a seaside village that attracts many fans of water sports thanks to its endless stretch of sandy beaches.  This is where you can see the famous Skyrian small horses (their height does not exceed 1.10 metres). They are descendants of an ancient race called Hipparion Mediteraneum going as far back as the Paleolithic age.

Pefkos, 11 km southwest of Chora, is a green cove with a beautiful beach. You can visit the church of Agios Panteleimonas, where you will be impressed by the breathtaking views down to the sea. If you love hiking follow the trail that leads north towards the cove of Agios Fokas.

Atsitsa is a seaside village, situated 18.5 km west of Chora, and a popular destination for alternative tourism fans. It is nestled in a pine-covered location of exceptional beauty. On the village’s seashore, you will see the small wagons that were once used to transport minerals from the quarry of Pouria to the sea, up until the early 20th century. 

Near the harbour there are several sea caves with stalactites (Xyloparati, Mantroucha, Pentekali, Diatrypti, Gerania). Make sure you board one of the small boats that run excursion trips to these caves, or visit the Sarakino Island (or Sarakiniko), with its beautiful Glyfada beach.

Skyros is steeped in centuries-old traditions, preserved through the ages. Vibrant cultural events and lively local feasts, held around the island’s 365 churches, will immerse you in an unforgettable experience of authentic local charm throughout the year. Among the most celebrated of these events is the Carnival of Skyros, a highlight of the island’s rich cultural calendar.