Stafylos Beach

Stafylos beach is located 4 kilometers south of the capital Skopelos Town , on the southern tip of the island.

It is one of the most known and crowded beaches of Skopelos, perhaps due to its close proximity to the capital.

It presents mixed pebbles with fine gray sand and an incredibly transparent turquoise sea set inside a pretty inlet.

The name "Stafylos" is due to the homonymous king that the locals say lived in this area, adding that the king was the son of Dionisio and Arianna. The tomb of Stafylos and his golden sword were found on the rock at the end of the beach. The sword is now kept in the Archaeological Museum of Athens. Thanks to its shallow waters the beach of Stafylos is great for families with children, who can easily relax without worries!

How to reach Stafylos beach?

Stafylos beach is easily accessible by local buses and by car. Once you arrive you will immediately notice the parking lot where you leave the car and the wooden steps to go to place your feet on the beautiful beach of Stafylos bay. In case you use the bus keep in mind that the stop is on the road that goes from Skopelos Città to Glossa, so you will have to take about 500 meters of walk to get to the beach.

Is Stafylos beach equipped?

The beach of Stafylos is equipped with sunbeds and umbrellas and there is also a tavern where you can eat divinely while enjoying the delicious fresh fish, or you can stop in the evening for a romantic dinner overlooking the sunset. The beach also offers a bar where you can buy snacks or refreshing drinks.

For those who prefer to get away from the crowd, there are some stretches of completely free beach where you can relax as you deserve lying on your beach towel. In the area surrounding the bay you will notice several hotels and apartments that serve the area. The beach of Stafylos is ideal on windy days, thanks to its position that makes it sheltered from the winds that blow from the north and west.
Don't forget to visit the famous Stafylos cave, to explore it and discover what is hidden inside this mysterious cave!
At about 10 minutes walk from the bay of Stafylos you can find Velanio beach. A bay characterized by an almost deafening tranquility from how extreme it is. It is located beyond the promontory and is mainly visited by nudists, thanks to its wild and naturalistic character. The Velanio beach is also protected from the winds, so it is perfect for windy days.
Don't miss this little gem of Skopelos Island!