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Things to see and do with kids in Skopelos

Skopelos is a great place to take children on holiday. There are wonderful beaches, such as Stafilos and Panormos, where kids can snorkel and swim, as well as a few deserted coves at Amarandos beach to picnic at. Horse riding is available for children on the island, as well as various sailing trips. The Museum of Folk Art and the National Marine Park are also great places to take inquisitive kids.

Skopelos Beaches

The island of Skopelos has plenty of beautiful beaches for visitors to enjoy. Most are shingle beaches lapped by clear blue waters, great for snorkelling, fishing and swimming. There are usually sunbeds and umbrellas available at the beach, and waterfront taverns nearby. Favourite Skopelos...  see full details

Museum of Folk Art

The Folklore Museum of Skopelos is housed in a traditional building, its interior décor reminiscent of Skopelitian homes of the past. The museum exhibits local 19th and 20th century handicrafts including folk art paintings, embroidery, traditional costumes, ceramics and wooden carvings. There are also...  see full details

National Marine Park

The National Marine Park of North Sporades is a great attraction for visitors to Skopelos. The waters surrounding the island are a conservation area as the breeding grounds for endangered Mediterranean monk seals. There are also a number of dolphin and whale species in...  see full details