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Skinos beach
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About
Skinos beach is located on the Ionian Sea (part of Mediterranean Sea) and it is in the 227th place out of 503 beaches in the Ioanian Islands region 154.2 km away from its center, the city of Korfoe. It is one of the beaches of Vathy settlement, just 2.3 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place, among the mountains. It is partially covered by trees which give natural shade.
It is a spacious bay with crystal turquoise water and brown pebble, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Skinos beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sea kayaking.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
25 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Dexa beach, which has a rating of 8.5.
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Skinos beach (Ioanian Islands) is located outside the Vathy settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Ithaca island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Skinos beach with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"The beach is pleasant, although it is a bit narrow. It's best to park your car well before the dead end as the road is quite narrow, and if you have a larger vehicle, it can be difficult to make a U-turn. The water is clean and not disturbed by noisy boats, making for a peaceful atmosphere."
Nikos Katsaros
"As I made my way towards Gidaki beach, I passed through this stunning location."
Liam Kallias
User reviews
"The beach is pleasant, although it is a bit narrow. It's best to park your car well before the dead end as the road is quite narrow, and if you have a larger vehicle, it can be difficult to make a U-turn. The water is clean and not disturbed by noisy boats, making for a peaceful atmosphere."
Nikos Katsaros
"As I made my way towards Gidaki beach, I passed through this stunning location."
Liam Kallias
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There is no particular indicator for the extremity of any particular activity, but if there were, then sea kayaking is definitely at the bottom of the scale. If you are a fan of this kind of entertainment, you can do your favorite activity at Skinos beach. See what our users think about it in the reviews section.
In most cases, the question What to do on Skinos beach implies the presence of any excursions or attractions near the beach. Of course in this area there are lots of places to go besides the beach. There are historical, entertainment and even gastronomic tours offered by local guides. More information is better to clarify directly on the spot.
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Το Kύμα Cafe Bar• 19 min walk
- Tsiribis Restaurant• 20 min walk
- Dimitris• 20 min walk
- Αγκάθι / Agathi• 23 min walk
Attractions
- Grotte Di Gaia• 8 min walk
- Finikounda• 22 min walk
- Venetian cannons• 22 min walk
- Vathi Port View• 28 min walk
Transport
- EFL• 35.3km
- Sami Bus Station• 16km
- Agios Andreas• 89.3km
Localities
- Vathy• 2.3km
- Corfu• 154.2km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Skinos beach?
The beachline of Skinos beach is covered with brown pebbles. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.
What are the key activities at Skinos beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Skinos beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is a natural shade that can become a lifesaver on a hot day.
Is the Skinos beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Skinos beach is partially protected from waves.
There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Skinos beach for swimming is very positive.
Is the Skinos beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Skinos beach secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Skinos beach?
There is no restaurant or bar directly on Skinos beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Το Kύμα Cafe Bar is the closest place located 1500 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Skinos beach?
There are 107 places to stay in the Skinos beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Skinos beach include:
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How far is the Skinos beach from parking?
The Skinos beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Skinos beach?
There are 4 attractions near Skinos beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Grotte Di Gaia located in 0.5 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Skinos beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Skinos beach is August. Its average value reaches 30°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 28°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 13°C and water 17°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
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