Aghia Paraskevi Holidays

Aghia Paraskevi Holidays - Things to see

Fish market and Old port of Skiathos: The 'Bourtzi' is situated here. It is a tiny peninsula in the harbour which used to be a Venetians citadel with remains of the 13 century wall and canons.

Monastery of Evangalistra: Has some amazing surroundings and is open for the public to visit. Evangelistra also has a small museum with various objects from its history. There is a bus that links the monastery and Chora several times a day.

The medieval capital Kastro: Reached by one of the boat trips around the island, or by driving almost all the way and then walking. Don't miss the Church of Christ and the old houses.

Alexandros Papadiamantis Museum: It is the house in which Alexandros Papadiamandis, one of the most important Greek authors of the past century, used to live. The 1st floor is preserved as the house of Alexandros Papadiamandis with its original furniture and objects of the time, whereas the ground floor is functioning as an exhibition room.

Great Excursions

Athens: An opportunity to visit the ancient capital of the world.

Meteora Visit the spectacular place dedicated to Greek orthodox religion. Breathtaking views and sights overlooking the prehistoric landscape.

Secret Skiathos: Sail away to discover the true beauty of Skiathos. This is a sun lovers dream.

Sunset Cruise Watch the sunset over Koukounaries beach and return by moonlight. Sit back and relax as you pass stunning scenery on the way to a traditional Greek restaurant.

See your representative at the Welcome Get Together to book any of the above as well as other days and nights out.

Things to do on a Holiday in Aghia Paraskevi

Sailing: The waters around Skiathos, Skopelos and Alonissos are a paradise for sailors.

Tennis courts available for hire, watersports centres on most major beaches on the south of the island including Scuba diving.

Getting Around on Aghia Paraskevi Holidays

Ferry: There are numerous hydrofoils to Volos and Agios Constantinos on the mainland and several a week to and from Thessaloniki, as well as daily connections to other nearby islands in the Sporades chain like Skopelos and Alonissos that can be visited on a day trip.

Boat: To reach the north coast beaches, adjacent islands, and historic Kastro, it is easier to go by caique. These smaller vessels sail frequently from the fishing harbour west of the Bourtzi fortress.

Bus: Getting around by bus is very easy. Skiathos has public bus service along the south coast of the every half hour from 8:30am to 10pm (every 20 minutes for July and August.)

Car: Rent a car from our representatives in Skiathos.

Aghia Paraskevi Holidays Shopping

Clothes - Especially Italian designer clothes, local crafts and pottery.

Aghia Paraskevi Holidays - Beaches

Banana Beach: Excellent beach with a lively beach cafe/ restaurant situated close to Koukounaries. A section of this beach is predominantly frequented by naturalist bathers.

Platanias: Long, sandy, gently shelving beach ideal for families.

Weather and climate information

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