Sporades
Skopelos
The greenest island in the Aegean — and yes, Mamma Mia was filmed here.
Getting around
Scooter friendly
Cost
€€€
In peak season
Moderate
Best months
May, Jun, Sep, Oct
From Athens
Ferry only
In pictures
Skopelos
Skopelos is the most densely forested island in the Aegean, with pine trees running right down to the sea. The main town is one of the most beautiful in northern Greece — tiered white houses with blue shutters climbing the hillside. The Mamma Mia connection (the chapel scenes were filmed here) brings a certain type of visitor, but the island has real depth beyond the film tourism.
How it scores
- Beaches
- Nightlife
- Food
- Culture
- Nature
- Family
- Accessibility
- Value for money
The catch
Mamma Mia tourism brings bigger summer crowds than the island's infrastructure comfortably handles.
Hidden gem
The Agios Ioannis chapel (yes, the Mamma Mia one) at sunset — climb the 100 steps after the day-trippers leave.
Where it sits
Sporades, Greece
Skopelos — frequently asked
- When is the best time to visit Skopelos? +
- The best months to visit Skopelos are May to October. It's busy but manageable in peak season, so even peak season is workable.
- How do you get to Skopelos from Athens? +
- Skopelos has no airport — you'll need to take a ferry from Piraeus or Rafina. Some travellers fly to a nearby island and ferry across.
- Is Skopelos good for couples? +
- Skopelos is one of the most romantic Greek islands — sunsets, candlelit tavernas, sea-view rooms.
- Is Skopelos good for families with kids? +
- Skopelos is a great choice for families — calm swims, walkable towns, and short transfers.
- Is Skopelos expensive? +
- Skopelos is affordable by Greek-island standards.
- Do you need a car on Skopelos? +
- A scooter or ATV is the easiest way to get around Skopelos. Buses cover the main routes but a scooter unlocks the quiet beaches.
- What's the catch with Skopelos? +
- Mamma Mia tourism brings bigger summer crowds than the island's infrastructure comfortably handles.