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KosGuide was updated: 2025-08-26

Kos, a jewel among the Dodecanese islands, brims with energy every summer. Not just a sun-worshipper's paradise, Kos boasts a wealth of historic landmarks — legacies of its colourful past. Cycling enthusiasts will find joy in the bike-friendly terrain. Travellers can reach Kos via its international airport or the ferry service from Athens and nearby islands.

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Facts

Population:	21,817 (2025)
Currency:	Euro, € 1 = 100 cent
Emergency Numbers:	Emergency 112 Ambulance: 166 Police: 100 Fire brigade: 199
Newspapers:	Kathimerini (National daily): www.ekathimerini.com To Vima (National daily): www.tovima.gr
Website:	www.kos.gr »
Opening Hours:	Shops on Kos open from 8am to 2:30pm. Most businesses close for siesta and re-open again from 5:30pm to 8:30pm from Monday to Saturday. Many shops are closed on Sunday, but it depends on the area and the season.
Tourist Information:	Visit Kos Greece Vasileos Georgiou V' 3, Kos, Greece +30 2242 020107 Open Mon–Fri 8:30am–3:30pm

Do & See

The island is home to beautiful ancient sites, castles, and museums, as well as stunning landscapes, making it one of Greece's most appealing destinations. The island can be crossed by car in about an hour, offering varied coastal scenery, from pristine white sand beaches to natural pebbled shores.

Ancient Agora

Experience an Ancient Greek Market by taking a stroll around this well-preserved archaeological site. The ruins include the shrines of Aphrodite and Hercules.

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Western Archaeological Zone

Magnificent Roman ruins are found at The Western Excavation. Amidst the 4th Century B.C monuments, you will find the important remains of the ancient gymnastic ground called Xystos and the western public baths. The Roman Odeon amphitheatre is also close to this place.

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Asklepieion

In ancient Greece, an Asklepieion was a healing temple, sacred to Asclepius, the god of medicine and healing. Legend has it that Hippocrates undertook his training there. Settled atop a hill, this is a perfect place to enjoy a panoramic view of Kos Town.

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Wine Tasting

Visit authentic Greek vineyards and discover where wine comes from. The three must-visit wine productions on the island are Hatziemmanouil, Petra Marinou and Triantafyllopoulos.

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Casa Romana

An ornately decorated Hellenistic-period mansion, this famous house retains some of the 3rd century architectural features of the building which stood here before it. Inside, there is a treasure trove of ornaments and statues.

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Nisyros

Nisyros is a famous tourist island located in the Aegean Sea. According to mythology, during the War of the Giants, Poseidon. the god of the sea, plucked a rock from Kos and hurled it at the giant Polyvotis. The crushed giant became Nisyros, a giant sea rock which shakes the earth every now and then with its volcano.

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