• Historic Rodios family pottery workshop, active since the early 1900s

• Internationally renowned for its distinctive vessel shapes and signature deep black finish

• Patented firing technique & 10 international gold awards

• Listed in UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage register

• Brief historical introduction to the pottery tradition of Skopelos

• Live demonstration of vessel-making on the potter’s wheel

• Hands-on creation of a personal ceramic piece (on the wheel or using hand-building techniques)

• Option to decorate a ready-made ceramic piece using paints, carving, or special stamps

• All creations are fired in the workshop’s ceramic kiln

• Finished pieces are collected as a unique handmade souvenir which you take with you 

Private Walking Tour of Skopelos:
From Skopelos Port to Castle and Tradition

Begin your walking experience at Panagitsa of Pyrgos, the iconic whitewashed chapel overlooking the port of Skopelos.

Accompanied by your private local tour guide, you’ll ascend through the charming alleys of the old town to reach one of the island’s most historic landmarks — the Venetian Castle.
From this panoramic viewpoint, enjoy breathtaking views over the Aegean Sea and the rooftops of Skopelos town.

Along the way, your guide will immerse you in the island’s rich cultural heritage, unveiling the stories hidden within its traditional architecture and narrow cobbled streets. There will be plenty of chances to pause, soak in the scenery, and capture memorable photos at scenic spots.

To conclude your tour, you’ll visit a traditional micro shipbuilding workshop — a rare glimpse into a vanishing art form.

 

Monastery of Timios Prodromos – Mount Palouki

The Monastery of Timios Prodromos is beautifully set on the lush green slopes of Mount Palouki, high above Skopelos Town, offering breathtaking panoramic views over the Aegean Sea. Surrounded by dense pine forests and fresh mountain air, the monastery provides a peaceful and contemplative atmosphere, ideal for visitors seeking tranquility and a deeper connection with the island’s spiritual heritage.

Guests are warmly welcomed by the monastery’s caretaker, who often opens the church for visitors to enter, light a candle, and explore the interior. The monastery complex is small but full of character, and today it is home to a young monk, continuing a long monastic tradition that once supported a much larger community.

A highlight of the visit is the monastery’s workshop, where impressive handmade religious and artistic items are created on site and offered for sale. Access to the monastery is via a scenic road that winds through cool, shaded forest, making the journey itself a memorable experience. Free outdoor parking is available, and the views of the sea from the monastery grounds are truly unforgettable.
 

Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Savior (Metamorphosis tou Sotiros)

The Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Savior is a picturesque and historic monastery nestled in lush greenery, located opposite the Monastery of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary. Founded in the late 15th to early 16th century, it represents an important example of post-Byzantine monastic architecture.

The katholikon (main church) follows Mount Athos architectural traditions and features a remarkable old iconostasis, along with significant icons. Among them are works by the renowned 17th-century Cretan iconographer Antonios Agorastos, adding great artistic and cultural value to the monastery.

Unlike many other monasteries on the island, the Monastery of the Transfiguration remains active. Holy services are held every Sunday and on major feast days. The most important celebration takes place on August 6th, the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Savior, when a large religious festival is held, attracting both locals and visitors.
 

Monastery of Saint Riginos – Patron Saint of Skopelos

Dedicated to Saint Riginos, the Patron Saint of Skopelos, this monastery is one of the island’s most important religious and historical landmarks. In 1936, it was officially declared a protected monument, recognizing its exceptional cultural and spiritual value.

Saint Riginos lived in the 4th century AD and was originally from Livadeia. He was the nephew of Saint Achilleios of Larisa and served as Bishop of Skopelos. He played a significant role in the Council of Sardica, where he contributed decisively to the condemnation of the Arian heresy.

The monastery church is a single-aisled, barrel-vaulted basilica with a dome. Its main entrance dates back to 1696, while the iconostasis and sanctuary frescoes originate from the 18th century. The church underwent renovations in 1728 and again after the devastating earthquakes of the 1960s, with restoration completed in 1969. The cross-in-square domed architectural style is rare in rural areas, adding to the uniqueness of the site. Frescoes in other parts of the church began to be painted in 2020 and continue today.

To the east of the monastery stands an 18th-century aqueduct, while behind the complex lies the tomb of Saint Riginos—a small stone sarcophagus believed to date back to the 4th century. According to tradition, this is the site where the saint’s body was brought and buried after his martyrdom. Although his relics were transferred to Cyprus in 1068, his right arm was returned to Skopelos in 1885 and is now kept in the Church of the Nativity of Christ in Skopelos Town.
 

Tour Information

Duration: 2 hours
Time: 18:00–20:00