Agios Petros Beach, situated in Kato Agios Petros, Greece, is a well-known tourist destination known for its stunning natural beauty. The beach is located 16 km northwest of Skyros town and near Gavrio. It is characterized by its white sand dunes, lush pine tree hills, and tall rock formations that line most of the bay. Some parts of the beach are covered with pebbles and sharp shingles, and cedar trees grow over the rocks, creating an idyllic scenery. The beach offers shallow waters, making it a popular choice for families with children.
The beach is easily accessible by car and is just 3 kilometers from the port and 500 meters from the provincial road. It provides a spectacular view of the beach of St. Peter. Despite its popularity, Agios Petros Beach does not have any facilities available on the beach. However, there are beach bars that offer umbrellas for shade, and there is plenty of open space for visitors to enjoy.
Tourists frequent Agios Petros Beach for activities such as swimming, sunbathing, and kayaking. Overlooking the bay is the peaceful chapel of Agios Petros, situated on top of a hill. Despite the beach's popularity, it can get crowded and noisy at times, and some visitors have raised concerns about the cleanliness of the beach. Despite these concerns, many consider Agios Petros to be one of the best sandy beaches in Andros.
Agios Petros Beach amenities include parking and loungers.
You can enjoy a refreshing drink at one of the bars situated on the beach.
You can enjoy one of the restaurants at the beach while soaking up the sun.
Visitor reviews highlight the easy accessibility of the beach and its family-friendly nature, with clean, shallow waters and sandy terrain being particularly appreciated. The presence of beach bars and ample open space is also noted positively. However, complaints include overcrowding, noise, and environmental disrespect, with some visitors also expressing dissatisfaction with the cleanliness of the beach and the clarity of the water.
If you’re visiting Agios Petros Beach, consider staying in the nearby town of Gavrio, which offers a range of accommodations just a short drive away. Most visitors enjoy the convenience of Gavrio’s amenities while having easy access to the scenic beach and its tranquil surroundings.
The following map shows available accommodations and their prices. See the full list of accommodation options here.
| Low / High | 23.3°C/25.7°C |
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| Feels Like (High) | 26.4°C |
| Sea Temperature | 21.8 °C |
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| Wave Height | 0.8 m |
| Rain Chance | 0% |
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| Rainfall | 0 mm |
| Rain Duration | 0 h |
| Sunrise / Sunset | 05:58/20:41 |
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| Sunshine Hours | 13.9 hrs |
| UV Index | 8.25 |
| Cloud Cover | 28% |
| Speed | 30.7 km/h |
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| Gusts | 53.6 km/h |
| Direction | N |
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