Aegean
Thassos
White marble beaches, mountain trails, and the coolest summer in the Greek islands.
Getting around
Car recommended
Cost
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In peak season
Busy in peak
Best months
Jun – Sep
From Athens
Ferry only
In pictures
Thassos
Thassos is the northernmost Greek island and feels completely different to the Aegean islands most tourists visit — it's circular, forested, and ringed by some of the most beautiful white marble beaches in Greece. The water is clear and the landscape is lush. It's extremely popular with northern Greeks and Eastern Europeans, which means it has a local, unpretentious character that more famous islands lack.
How it scores
- Beaches
- Nightlife
- Food
- Culture
- Nature
- Family
- Accessibility
- Value for money
The catch
Very popular with Eastern European and northern Greek tourists — has a different feel to the more internationally known Greek islands.
Hidden gem
Aliki beach — twin coves separated by an ancient marble quarry you can swim through.
Where it sits
Aegean, Greece
Thassos — frequently asked
- When is the best time to visit Thassos? +
- The best months to visit Thassos are June to September. Avoid late July and August if you can — the island is crowded in July and August.
- How do you get to Thassos from Athens? +
- Thassos 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 Thassos good for couples? +
- Thassos is a charming pick for couples, especially shoulder season.
- Is Thassos good for families with kids? +
- Thassos is a great choice for families — calm swims, walkable towns, and short transfers.
- Is Thassos expensive? +
- Thassos is one of the cheaper Greek islands — and it's one of the better-value picks in its tier.
- Do you need a car on Thassos? +
- You'll want a rental car on Thassos — distances are longer and the best beaches are spread out.
- What's the catch with Thassos? +
- Very popular with Eastern European and northern Greek tourists — has a different feel to the more internationally known Greek islands.