Skiathos, Greece — Kanapitsa beach Georgios Michalagas · CC BY-SA 4.0

Skiathos · Beach guide

Kanapitsa beach

Kanapitsa is a narrow but fully organised beach on the peninsula east of Kolios, at bus stop 12. The peninsula is off the main road, so expect a walk down and back up from the stop. There is a scuba diving operation here, sea views back towards the port, and three places to eat.

3Venues on this beach

7.5Mean score /10

MixedCash needed

The beach itself

Kanapitsa at a glance

Getting there	By bus — bus stop 12
Coast	south-facing
On a windy day	Sheltered. The meltemi is northerly, so this side stays calm
Surface	Sand
Facilities	Organised — sunbeds and umbrellas
Water	Deepens more quickly
Sea-access ramp	No
Typically	Quiet · watersports available

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Every venue on Kanapitsa, ranked

Ranked by our overall score. Each links to a full review with ratings, what to order and what to watch out for.

1 · €€ · Beach · Taverna

Kanapitsa Taverna & Beach Bar 8.4/10

A proper taverna that happens to be on a beach, rather than a beach bar that serves food. Shaded dining room, sea views back towards the port.

Watch out: Busy in peak season

2 · €€€ · Restaurant · Cocktails

Lithos Bar Restaurant (Kanapitsa Mare) 8.0/10

A terrace restaurant and cocktail bar on the pool deck of the Kanapitsa Mare, 200m above Tzaneria beach, open to non-residents.

Watch out: Evenings only from 19:00

3 · €€€ · Beach · Greek

Taverna Nafsika 6.2/10

A beach bistro below the Nostos Hotel at Kanapitsa, right on the sand. The lowest-rated entry in this guide, and included so you can make an informed choice.

Watch out: Lowest rating in this guide

Frequently asked questions

Is there anywhere to eat at Kanapitsa beach?

Yes — 3 venues. The best rated on our scoring is Kanapitsa Taverna & Beach Bar: A proper taverna that happens to be on a beach, rather than a beach bar that serves food. Shaded dining room, sea views back towards the port.

Do you need cash at Kanapitsa beach?

Cards are generally accepted here, but remoter Skiathos beaches are often cash only and terminals fail where there is no signal. Carrying euros is sensible anywhere on the island.

How do you get to Kanapitsa beach?

Kanapitsa is served by the island road network and, on the south and west coasts, by the local bus. Venue pages record the nearest bus stop where one is known.