Things to do in Kos

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Kos featuring a coastal town and a castle
Kos featuring heritage architecture
Kos
Kos showing a coastal town and general coastal views
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1. Tigaki Beach

Tigaki Beach is a gorgeous stretch of coastline that extends for more than 6 miles (10 kilometers). With so much space, clear water and views across to Turkey, it is a great place to come to unwind. Sunbathe on the sand, go for a swim and try your hand at waterskiing.
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Revel in a day of sunbathing, swimming and watersports at a popular beach on the northern coast of Kos.

2. Kos Castle

Wander through the ruins of Kos Castle, a magnificent 14th-century fortress at the entrance of Kos Harbor. The mediaeval fortification was built by the Knights of Saint John to defend the island from the Ottomans.
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Kos Castle showing heritage architecture

3. Paradise Beach

With a long stretch of white sand and clear water, Paradise Beach more than lives up to its name. The scenic splendor has made it one of the most popular beaches on the island, but it also attracts visitors because of a curious phenomenon. The sea creates water bubbles which rise up to the surface.
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Go for a swim on a beach that is renowned for the bubbles of water that rise up to the surface from the sea floor.

4. Agios Fokas Beach

Experience fun and relaxation on Agios Fokas Beach, a picturesque stretch of coastline with a mixture of black and white sand and pebbles. Its close proximity to Kos Town, watersports and clear water, make it one of the most popular beaches on the island.
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Swim, sunbathe and surf on a delightful beach, close to the capital of the island of Kos. Then soothe your body in the nearby hot springs.

5. Tree of Hippocrates

Visit the Tree of Hippocrates, where many people believe western medicine was born. Legend has it that this is where the ancient Greek physician and Kos native Hippocrates taught his pupils.
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Tree of Hippocrates

What to do in Kos

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Kos Castle showing heritage architecture

Kos Castle

Enjoy wonderful views of the Aegean Sea from the ruins of this massive stone castle, which dates back to the 14th century.

Kos Castle
Kefalos showing a coastal town

Kefalos Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Kefalos Beach during your travels in Iraklides? Stroll along the sandy beaches or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Kefalos Beach
Tree of Hippocrates

Tree of Hippocrates

Stand under the shade of this legendary tree where Hippocrates, a towering figure in the history of medicine is believed to have conducted his classes.

Tree of Hippocrates
Kos featuring heritage architecture and a statue or sculpture

Roman Odeon Amphitheater

You can find out about the history of Kos Town when you stop by Roman Odeon Amphitheater. Wander the beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Roman Odeon Amphitheater
Asclepeion

Asclepeion

You can find out about the history of Kos Town when you stop by Asclepeion. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in this relaxing area.

Asclepeion
Igroviotopos Alikis

Igroviotopos Alikis

Explore the great outdoors at Igroviotopos Alikis, a lovely green space in Kos. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Igroviotopos Alikis
Therma Beach

Therma Beach

Switch between the hot and warm pools and enjoy the purported health benefits in these natural thermal waters beside a pebbly beach with a bar.

Therma Beach

Kos Marina

Explore the waterfront in Kos Town with a trip to Kos Marina. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Kos Marina

Kardamena Port

Explore the waterfront in Kardamena with a trip to Kardamena Port. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Kardamena Port
Photo by Γιώργος Φούτας

Kardamena

Port of Kos which includes a marina

Kos Town

Photo by Mie Jensen

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