Best Sights and Landmarks in Skopelos

Perched atop an imposing rock with breathtaking views of the island and the Aegean Sea, this is the chapel where the wedding scene from Mammia Mia was filmed.

The Monastery of Timios Prodromos is located 6 km east of Skopelos Town. Constructed in the 17th century, it houses icon painting and ceramics workshops, as well as a small shop with traditional products.

The Monastery of Evangelistria is located close to Skopelos Town, on the verdant slopes of Mount Palouki. Established in 1712, it stands out for its fortress-like architecture and affords a gorgeous view of the island.

Housed in a restored traditional house, the Museum of Cultural Heritage and the Perseus Athinaios Library present the rich naval history of Skopelos.

The Photographic Centre of Skopelos hosts exhibitions, lectures, seminars and workshops of photography.

The fortress-like monastery of Agia Varvara is the oldest in Skopelos and is worth visiting for its ornately carved altarpiece. It is located near the capital and the monastery of Timios Prodromos.

The Monastery of Taxiarches is located in a lush pine-covered area close to the mountainous Glossa and constitutes a nice destination for anyone who loves hiking.

The Folklore Museum of Skopelos is housed in an 18th-century mansion donated to the municipality of Skopelos by Nikolaidis family. It hosts traditional costumes, icons and paintings, ceramics, old furniture and many other pieces that depict folklife on the island.

Built in 1889, the Gourouni Lighthouse is one of the oldest lighthouses in Greece. It stands on the northernmost tip of Skopelos, in a verdant mountainous location with magnificent sea views.

Built on the ruins of ancient Peparethus, on the highest point of Skopelos Town, the Venetian Castle was constructed during the domination of the Ghisi family, in the 13th century AD.

The Monastery of Metamorfosi is located 3 km east of Skopelos Town, in a lush green area. It was founded in the 16th century and hosts an exhibition of rare icons and books.

The Asclepieion is one of the most significant archaeological discoveries in Skopelos. Though not much remains to be seen, visitors can find many interesting facts in the informative kiosk.

Located opposite the Skopelos marina, this quaint 17th-century church is one of the town’s most emblematic landmarks. From there, visitors can enjoy stunning views of Skopelos Town and the Aegean Sea.

Surrounded by legends of pirates and hidden treasures, Sendoukia is a cluster of ancient rock-cut tombs that lie in a location with truly breathtaking views on the verdant slopes of Mount Karya.

Surrounded by legends of dragons, Drakontoschisma is an awe-striking verdant cliff that affords breathtaking views, as it forms a small inlet bathed by mesmerizing turquoise waters.

Housed inside the residence of the Skopelitan writer Pavlos Nirvanas, a prime example of 19th-century folk architecture, this museum narrates the history of Skopelos from antiquity to the present.

Located in the heart of Skopelos Town, this 18th-century traditional residence has been converted into a folklore museum housing personal items and heirlooms of the Vakratsas family.

This small yet beautiful monastery is of great significance to the people of Skopelos, as it is the place where Agios Reginos, the island’s patron saint, has been buried.

This family-run business houses an interesting museum where one can find a wealth of information about olive oil and its production process from antiquity to the present. Olive oil tastings are available too.

The small yet interesting folklore museum of Neo Klima houses a collection of traditional costumes and other items that bring the local culture of the past decades to life.

Housed inside a traditional house in the village of Glossa, this folklore museum offers a glimpse into what an affluent Skopelitan residence looked like in times gone by.