Skyros Honeymoon Guide

The largest of the Sporades, Skyros offers a taste of authentic Greek island life on one of the least-spoiled islands in the Aegean Sea – perfect for a honeymoon or romantic getaway.

In the north of the island, discover a lush green landscape of unspoiled natural beauty scattered with pine forests and secluded golden-sand beaches.

The southern half of the island is mainly rugged. Skyros is easily explored by car or on foot along a network of hiking trails.


Best beaches in Skyros


Skyros’ peaceful beaches generally remain uncrowded even during the summer months.

The best beaches in Skyros, include…

Molos Beach

Unwind on this 800m-long crescent of golden sand that sits below the whitewashed village of Molos, which sprawls across a hillside topped by a dramatic rocky summit.

The bay is perfect for swimming and windsurfing. Facilities include sun beds, umbrellas, water sports, tavernas and a range of good accommodation options.

The lovely chapel of Agios Nikolaos sits on a huge rock overlooking the blue bay.

Molos Beach, which stretches to the nearby town of Magazia, is located on the east coast around 3km north of Chora.


Agios Petros Beach

This beautiful cove is home to white sand dunes that stretch beneath lush pine-covered hills and rocky cliff faces.

This secluded beach offers excellent swimming, sunbathing and kayaking in a beautiful turquoise bay. There are no facilities here so you need to bring your own food and drinks.

Agios Petros is located on the northwest coast close to the town of Atsitsa.


What to do and see on Skyros

Stroll the narrow winding alleyways of Skyros town (also known as Chora), characterised by white Cycladic-style cube houses and crowned by a Byzantine fortress that sits perched on the side of a mountain overlooking the sprawling town and harbour.

Skyros is one of the few places in Greece where you can see old men wearing the traditional Greek cap, vest, baggy trousers and trohadhia (sandals).

Dine in tavernas serving authentic Greek dishes and local cheeses. Pop into the Folklore Museum to get a better insight into local handicrafts then browse local craft shops.

Pay your respects at the grave (or bronze statue) of the great English poet Rupert Brooke, who died on Skyros in 1915 on his way to the Dardanelles during the First World War.

Check out the island’s native ponies, related to Exmoor or Dartmoor ponies, that roam wild but are best seen at the Skirian Horse Project in Molos town.

And try not to miss Skyros’ famous goat dance, performed by masked revellers in the streets of Palea Alonissos during the spectacular Apokriatika (pre-Lent) carnival.


Best time to honeymoon in Skyros

The best time to visit Skyros for a beach holiday is during summer, from late-June to late-August. The peak summer months of July and August average a high of 28°C (82°F).

However, anytime from mid-May to early-October is good for a range of outdoor activities. Mid-season – May, September and October – offers reasonable hotel prices and generally less crowds.

Skyros enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm, sunny summers and mild, wet winters. Skyros is considered a year-round destination.

More information about weather in Skyros


How to get to Skyros

Skyros is located in the Aegean Sea, southeast of the Pelion Peninsula in northern Greece, and is the southernmost island in the Sporades island group.

The Sporades comprise the islands of Skopelos, Skyros, Alonnissos and Skiathios, plus a number of smaller islands.

The most convenient route to Skyros is by air to Athens International Airport (ATH) followed by a connecting flight to Skyros Island National Airport (SKU), located about 13km (8mi) northwest of Skyros Town.

There are no international flights to Skyros.

Note: Depending on your incoming flight, you may experience a long stopover of up to 5 hours in transit at Athens Airport.

More information about how to get to Skyros


Latest update: Skyros Honeymoon Guide: 8 August, 2022



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