Things to do in Kos Island
- You can taste fresh seafood in the taverns around the harbor. You can eat at places like Barbouni, Nick the Fisherman or Yorgo.
- In Agios Stefanos, you can walk through the historical ruins and swim in the sea.
- You can see the plane tree under whose shadow Hippocrates is said to have lectured. The nearby Gazi Hasan Pasha Mosque is a reminder of the quiet harmony of different cultures.
- Climb the Neratzia Castle. It's nice to see the view together in the traces of history.
- Visit Ktima Marangos - The Traditional House of Kefalos in Kefalos, which dates back over 100 years.
- Visit Casa Romana and the Roman Odeon. Seeing the traces of antiquity on the stone walls is awe-inspiring.
- Sit by the sea in Kardamaina and have a drink to the sound of the waves. The daily hustle and bustle is a bit distant there.
- In Antimachia you'll find an old windmill, a historic castle and small chapels inside, which you can visit.
- Watch the sunset in Zia. Sit in a taverna and watch the landscape slowly fade into evening color. The simplicity of that moment will stay with you for a long time.
For accommodation suggestions, you can check our Kos Island Hotels page.