Banana Beach is located in the south west of Skiathos in the area known as Koukounaries, close to the last bus stop and about 30 minutes from Skiathos Town.

It is actually a collection of three small beaches where naturism is allowed and has been a favourite retreat for naturists from all over Europe for many years and it is the only area where nudism is permitted on the island.

The character of the beach has developed over the years. It used to be difficult to get to and therefore only a handful of dedicated people would make the effort. After the (now derelict) Xenia Hotel was built at the end of Koukounaries Bay the beach began to become more popular with the 'International Set' as a hidden retreat where they could bathe naked and enjoy the warm waters of the Aegean without fear of being discovered by people who would rather wear their clothes to swim.

Today it has become very popular and the people visiting Banana Beach tend to fall into three categories that match the three beaches that collectively make up Banana Beach.

For instance, there is Big Banana. This is the main beach and where the vast majority of visitors hang out. Nudism is permitted on Big Banana but it tends to attract mainly non-naturists. However there are brave folks who dare to take off their tops and bottoms mixed in with them that don't. There are sun-beds (too many some would say) and cantinas for that all important chilled beer when the sun gets too hot.

Secondly, there is the small beach to the extreme left of Big Banana. This is mainly frequented by naturists and is virtually 100% nude. Again there are sun-beds and umbrellas for hire but no cantina. This is not a problem though as the cantinas on the main beach are only a hop away.

Finally there is Little Banana or Small Banana. This beach is to the right of Big Banana and over a rocky headland. The beach tends to be 95% - 100% nude with sun-beds, umbrellas and a small cantina serving simple food.

All three are renowned for their outstanding natural beauty and are unique and beyond comparison with any other beach in Greece..

Thank you for visiting our website, it seemed such a silly idea in 1998 to create a website about a small insignificant beach in Greece but we did it and hope you find the information useful, maybe we will see you in Skiathos in the near future. We are always open to suggestions for future improvements. If you would like to offer suggestions please feel free to e-mail us. By the way, you are visitor number