Skiathos Town

Skiathos Town holidays

This pretty jewel on the south-east coast is the island’s capital and has a little something for everyone. From the charming harbour to the winding cobbled streets that you’ll love to get lost in, Skiathos Town is the perfect choice for a taste of traditional Greece.

Poseidon Villas
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£779pp
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  • London Stansted, Fri 02 May 2025
  • 7 Nights, Bed and Breakfast
  • 2 Adults, 0 Children

Poseidon Villas

Skiathos Town, Skiathos

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Based on 285 reviews

  • Wonderful views
  • Great pool area
  • Friendly service
  • Rooms with private pool or whirlpool available
  • Excellent value for money
Princess House
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£578pp
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  • London Stansted, Mon 29 Sep 2025
  • 7 Nights, Self Catering
  • 2 Adults, 0 Children

Princess House

Skiathos Town, Skiathos

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Based on 197 reviews

  • Set in lush gardens
  • Friendly and welcoming atmosphere
  • Spacious and bright accommodation
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By day or night

Throughout the sunshine hours, this town’s winding streets are flooded with sunlight and friendly locals going about their day. At night though, pavement cafés and open-air bars come to life with Greek music and traditional folk dancing. Looking for something a little livelier? Buzzing Bar Street will be your best bet.

A fabulous film setting

Bring out your inner dancing queen as you stroll the streets that were used to film the hit musical blockbuster, Mamma Mia! Skiathos’ silky shores were also the backdrop in a few of the movie’s beach scenes, while the charming Old Port and Agios Nikolaos bell tower were key locations too.

Agios Nikolaos Church

Agios Nikolaos Church

Skiathos Town, Skiathos

This beautiful church and clock tower sits atop a hill that peers over Skiathos Town. The views of the town and the shimmering bay below are breathtaking. The church also has a claim to fame as the dreamy...
Bourtzi Fortress

Bourtzi Fortress

Skiathos Town, Skiathos

On a tiny peninsula that separates the old and new harbour, you’ll find the ruins of Bourtzi Fortress. Today, only a few remnants of the original walls remain but you can still get a feel for how this majestic...
Papadiamantis House Museum

Papadiamantis House Museum

Skiathos Town, Skiathos

Dedicated to the 19th-century Greek writer, Alexandros Papadiamantis, this museum showcases his fascinating life. You can wander around his traditional home that dates back to 1860 and see many of his books and...
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