Is Skopelos too touristy?

We very much expected Skopelos to be a little too crowded due to its recent Hollywood appearance, but actually, it's still very peaceful and protected. It's not huge, only a little larger than Santorini, and hasn't yet succumbed to tourism like other more built-up islands.



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Often known as the Mamma Mia island, Skopelos has grown in popularity for tourists since the films release. It is still however, less busy than its neighbour Skiathos. The island serves as a perfect mix of its two neighbouring islands, the aforementioned Skiathos and the tranquil Alonissos.

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Skiathos, although equally beautiful, offers more in terms of restaurants, watersports and nightlife, so if you're looking for great weather, sandy beaches and relaxation then these two islands fit the bill perfectly.

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Skopelos Town also boasts its paralia, or waterfront, which is traffic free and lively in summer evenings with families taking a stroll (or volta in Greek), horses and carriages and other activities amongst the cafes, bars and restaurants.

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WALKS, PATHS Skopelos nature walks: We should mention that Skopelos gives visitors the opportunity to make very beautiful walks in the countryside and forests of the island and also get to know many of the attractions and religious sites of the island.

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Is it the perfect Greek island? There are finer beaches and more characterful villages to be found elsewhere, but Skopelos ticks most of the boxes. There is something about arriving by ferry at a picturesque Greek port that has an immediately relaxing effect. Arrival at Skopelos is no different.

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When to go. Skopelos is one of the few Mediterranean destinations that doesn't get too overcrowded in July and August, but if you want the island at its most quiet (but still balmy), visit in June or September.

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Skopelos is the Mama Mia island in the western Aegean Sea, part of a group of Greek islands called the Sporades. We very much expected Skopelos to be a little too crowded due to its recent Hollywood appearance, but actually, it's still very peaceful and protected.

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Greek is the native language of the people of Skopelos. However, many people also speak passable English and some speak German or other European languages.

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