Car Rental in Skyros

Rent a car in Skyros city center and explore one of the Aegean Sea's most unspoiled and authentic islands. With one rental company in the center, the selection is limited, but the island rewards you with dramatic landscapes, wild horses and medieval village settings. Skyros town, also called Chora, is a striking white cluster of houses climbing toward a Byzantine fortress.

From Skyros city center, it's 10 km and 15 minutes to Magazia Beach by the coast, and 14 km to the picturesque village of Linaria in the south. The field where poet Rupert Brooke was buried in 1915 is located 35 km south near Tris Boukes. Book the car well in advance as there's only one rental company in the center.

Explore the northern part of the island with its dramatic nature and wild Skyros pony horses. Stop by Rupert Brooke's grave in the south – a unique historical experience. Can I see the wild Skyros horses by car?

Yes, the wild pony horses are often seen in the northern mountainous parts of the island, accessible via gravel roads. Are the roads on Skyros in good condition? Main roads are paved, but many roads to remote places are gravel roads that require a car with good ground clearance.

Is there a gas station on Skyros? Yes, there's a gas station in Skyros town and one in Linaria – always fill up before longer trips.

We compare prices from all major providers at Skyros Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.