Banana Beach (Megali Banana)
Μεγάλη Μπανάνα
A banana-shaped golden sand bay on the west side of Koukounaries. It has a lively atmosphere with water sports and beach bars, and the smaller Little Banana beside it is quieter.
Big Banana Beach gets its name from its crescent-shaped golden sand bay. It lies behind a small headland on the west side of Koukounaries Beach. The water is clear, and there are beach bars, music, and water sports such as jet skiing and water skiing, so it is popular with young people. Climbing over the rocks on the west side leads to Little Banana Beach, which is smaller and quieter (parts of it were once a nudist beach). It is a 10 to 15 minute uphill walk from the Koukounaries bus terminus, or you can drive to the parking lot at the top of the hill. In peak season, sunbeds cost money, and arriving late may mean there are no spots left.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Agia Eleni Beach
- Koukounaries Beach
- Strofilia Lake
- Mandraki (Elias) Beach
- Big Aselinos Beach
- Kastro (Skiathos Castle)
- Evangelistria Monastery
- Skiathos Old Port & Town