Location: Kos
Top Things to do in Kos
The 10 Best Things to do in Kos, South Aegean
Kos or Cos (English: /kɒs/ or /kɔːs/) (Greek: Κως, Greek pronunciation: [kos]) is a Greek island, part of the Dodecanese island chain in the southeastern Aegean Sea, off the Anatolian coast of Turkey. Kos is the third largest island of the Dodecanese by area, after Rhodes and Karpathos; it has a population of 33,388 (2011 census), making it the second most populous of the Dodecanese, after Rhodes. The island measures 40 by 8 kilometres (25 by 5 miles), and is 4 km (2 miles) from the coast of the ancient region of Caria in Turkey. Administratively, Kos constitutes a municipality within the Kos regional unit, which is part of the South Aegean region. The principal town of the island and seat of the municipality is Kos town.
Restaurants in Kos
1. Eleftherias Square
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,477 reviews
Reviewed By missbrowneyesxx - Norwich, United Kingdom
In the centre of Kos town you will find this very attractive square. Great place to have a coffee and people watch. Small market for gifts next to the church, which is a worth a visit.
2. Plaka Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 457 reviews
Reviewed By pirret - Norwich, United Kingdom
We hired a quad bike for several days and we made several visits to feed the cats and peacocks as we are animal lovers. The cats go crazy for meat and tinned food. We gave the peacocks a variety of watermelon, tomatoes, tinned sweet corn, and bird seed. They also really enjoyed the dry cat food. The forest isn’t difficult to find- it is just behind Kos airport and the clearing where the animals gather is fairly easily accessible via transport- probably not easy to get to if walking though.
3. Agios Fokas Beach (Psalidi)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 316 reviews
Reviewed By m4rus4ki - Athens, Greece
Very nice beach to explore the underwater world. Half of the beach is organised and the rest is free, there is also a nice bar with good music with and shower.
4. Agios Stefanos Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,548 reviews
Reviewed By 372elifg - Istanbul, Turkey
İf ı compare Agios Stefanos with Paradise bech ı prefer Agios, shallow water good for kids and very clear crystal water with sandy beach, small island just by crosa swiming is good challenge, in the beach just few shades but go early to get the under trees????ı loved to swim there very nice beach but facility aroumd so be prepare yourself to be in the beach all day long
5. Lagada Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 169 reviews
Reviewed By U2560NFjasonw
A lovely small quiet beach with a great food van above it serving cold beers and lovely food. 8 Euros for 2 beds and a parasol. We went at the beginning of October and it was not busy (Also due to COVID etc) so I don't know if it would get busy at peak times. It's one of the nicest beaches on the island and well worth a visit.
6. Casa Romana Kos
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 437 reviews
Reviewed By simonwilliampizzey - Leicester, United Kingdom
Whenever I visit a new city, island or country within Europe I look to identify if there are any Roman Empire archaeological sites or museums. On this occasion there was fortunately a number of historical locations within the archeological quarter of Kos Town. This site is an excellently preserved example of a Roman villa with excellent murals. There are a number of internal and external ruins, excellent descriptions of the purpose of each room and the types of activities that would have occurred. There are very well preserved pots and utensils as well as statues. Finally there was also a very well preserved garden area in the middle of the villa. This is a very enjoyable location and a must visit for Roman history fans such as myself.
7. Papa's Beach Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 254 reviews
Reviewed By W-Anstey - Bristol, United Kingdom
Went here for lunch and to spend the afternoon on the beach and saw the great reviews. Me and my partner had a brilliant afternoon here! Service was excellent along with the food. We even got given some complimentary drinks before leaving. Will definitely visit again when visiting Kos and recommend anyone to spend the afternoon there!
8. Asklepion
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2,028 reviews
Reviewed By Stuartallison - Lydbrook, United Kingdom
We walked up here from Kos town; about 5 kilometres from our hotel. The site is very extensive and well maintained. It normally charges a few Euros for entry but we were there during the Covid crisis and entry was free. There are three levels and each has its own charms and interests. It's the most popular visitor centre on Kos but it was relatively quiet when we visited. There's a pleasant shaded bar area where you can relax with a beer or soft drink. And the toilets on site were clean and well cared for. Definitely recommend a visit. There's an extensive car park for those who can't face the climb on foot.
9. Limnionas Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 221 reviews
Reviewed By DTC67 - Kingston upon Thames, United Kingdom
Beautiful scenery with crashing waves so really in contrast to opposite side of the island.there is a lovely calm lagoon and small beach to relax on and the fish restaurant is excellent-great pit stop for lunch and an hour of swimming if you have a car and are touring island-highly recommended!
10. Kardamena Beach
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 1,240 reviews
Reviewed By pauls163 - Leeds, United Kingdom
walked to kadamena town from hotel great little town and fishing harbour very clean beach with plenty of bars and restaurants great bargain's to be had in the shops spent a great day here
