Here we can give you some information about important attractions of Skyros, which will enrich your knowledge about this beautiful and picturesque island.

Almost in the middle of the Aegean Sea, Skyros boasts lush forests, a beautiful Chora and secluded beaches that make it an ideal destination for nature lovers.
The Chora is built high and amphitheatrically and oversees the entire northeastern side of the island.
Whitewashed houses, narrow streets and stunning sea views make it ideal for wandering the village's labyrinthine alleys, among shops selling local products, small artist galleries, cafes and restaurants.

Archaeological Museum of Skyros

It is located in Chora, below the castle, and exhibits findings from various historical periods, many of which have been found in the archaeological site of Palamari.
There is also a special room for recreating the traditional Skyrian house, with all its rooms, decorations and furniture.
In the same space you will see traditional costumes, embroidery and ceramics crafted with traditional Skyrian designs.

Manus Faltaic Museum

One of the first folklore and cultural museums in Greece.
It is housed in the Faltagides mansion and presents many objects of daily life in Skyros from earlier times, rare embroideries and ceramics, old manuscripts and documents, rare book editions, works of art by famous sculptors and paintings by Manos Faltaits.

Archaeological site of Palamari

Ruins of an ancient port city to the northwest of Chora and is a very interesting site, as excavations are still being carried out, bringing to light many findings from various periods of antiquity.
On the beach of Palamari, a coastal fortified settlement dating from the Early and Middle Bronze Age (2,500 -1,800 BC) was discovered.

Skyros Castle

Walk to the roots of the Venetian castle, climbing through the winding streets of Chora and visit the Monastery of the patron saint of Skyros, Saint George.

The Pouria

Pouria, the ancient limestone quarry on the northeastern tip of the island, with its wild and rocky beauty contrasts with the tranquility of “Atsitsa” where the pine trees reach the sea while from the hill you can see the blue-green bay.

Skyrian horses

The Skyros horses are a unique breed in the world and are now a protected species.
They now live on some farms that have taken care of them.
Some of them on Mount Kohylas in southern Skyros, on the "mountain" as the Skyrians call it, an area of ​​special ecological value (Natura, IBA).
However, it is worth visiting a farm with your children, so that they can get to know this rare and unique horse in the world up close.