Picturesque cobbled streets and endless fun
After sunset, Hora, the capital of Skyros Island, takes on a magical atmosphere, with its whitewashed houses softly illuminated, as music and the laughter of passers-by fill its charming narrow streets with life. In particular, Megali Strata, the main cobbled street that starts at Brooke Square and ends at the Castle, is akin to a theatre set. The illuminated narrow streets fill with people — locals and visitors — who meet, chat, and enjoy the island’s relaxed nightlife.
All along Megali Strata there are traditional cafés playing entechno music (a blend of folk and pop music), modern cocktail bars, and restaurants where you can enjoy authentic Skyrian flavours. The tavernas serve typical dishes from the local cuisine – from oven-roasted kid meat and fresh fish, to local fava (yellow split peas purée) and cheese — that you can pair with wine or tsikoudia (pomace brandy).
The small shops sell souvenirs and local products. It is also worth looking for workshops with Skyrian ceramics, woven and carved furniture, for a healthy dose of island tradition. Walk around, have a taste, do some shopping, and take an authentic part of the soul of Skyros home with you.
To enjoy one of the most impressive panoramic views of the Aegean, walk up Megali Strata and explore the illuminated alleys leading to the Castle and the Monastery of Agios Georgios.
When the shops close, it’s the turn of the spots in Hora where the fun and entertainment continue until late at night, while the scent of jasmine floods the alleys.
All along Megali Strata there are traditional cafés playing entechno music (a blend of folk and pop music), modern cocktail bars, and restaurants where you can enjoy authentic Skyrian flavours. The tavernas serve typical dishes from the local cuisine – from oven-roasted kid meat and fresh fish, to local fava (yellow split peas purée) and cheese — that you can pair with wine or tsikoudia (pomace brandy).
The small shops sell souvenirs and local products. It is also worth looking for workshops with Skyrian ceramics, woven and carved furniture, for a healthy dose of island tradition. Walk around, have a taste, do some shopping, and take an authentic part of the soul of Skyros home with you.
To enjoy one of the most impressive panoramic views of the Aegean, walk up Megali Strata and explore the illuminated alleys leading to the Castle and the Monastery of Agios Georgios.
When the shops close, it’s the turn of the spots in Hora where the fun and entertainment continue until late at night, while the scent of jasmine floods the alleys.