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Part of the showstopping Dodecanese Islands, Kos has long been a favourite for sunshine holidays. Here you have the choice of lively party towns, laid-back seaside resorts and traditional fishing villages – all of them boasting beautiful beaches and dishing up heavenly traditional cuisine. Like history? It's got heaps of it. This is an island where centuries-old relics neighbour vibrant bars and buzzy promenades.
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Greek

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Euro

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Time difference

+2hr

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Local beer

£3.80

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Meal for two

£55.50

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Average flight time

4 hrs

Beaches galore

Kos’s coastline covers 112 kilometres, plenty of which is blanketed by beach. Soft sands, bar-backed promenades, hidden coves – this little island has the lot. The scenery here is what dreams are made of at resorts such as Kardamena and Kefalos where the twinkling turquoise waters and white sand are destined to amaze.

Glimpse into the past

Away from the main resorts you’ll find Kos Town and further afield there are acres of unspoilt countryside, peppered with quaint villages that have hardly changed in centuries. Some of the island’s most famous historic sites are even older – the Asklepieion, Hippocrates’ ancient hospital, dates from 357 BC.

Gorgeous gastronomy

Enjoy a roll call of traditional tavernas serving up Greek feasts in Kos Town. You can tuck into everything from fresh fish to rich, meaty moussaka. And if you can find the room, follow up the main course with a sweet baklava pastry. Delicious!

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Beaches

Kos is brimming with long stretches of golden sand. You’ll find relaxing spots that are great for families, and lively areas that are a magnet for groups. But wherever you go, the sand is soft, the water twinkles and the backdrop is guaranteed to amaze.
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Sights

Discover how the people of Kos lived hundreds of years ago with a stroll around the island’s top sights. Wander round ancient ruins, discover historical sights and explore the medieval castle. A boat trip to the island of Nisyros is an exhilarating experience – it’s home to Greece’s only active volcano.
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Activities

Kos comes with a handful of waterparks so keeping the kids entertained shouldn’t be difficult. If you like to stay active on your holidays, there are plenty of rocky coastal paths and rustic mountain villages, which you can explore on foot or on horseback. It’s a great opportunity to take in the views too.
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Eating and drinking (beaches)

Kos serves up top-notch Mediterranean fare, so you can look forward to fresh seafood, hand-picked salads and hearty meat dishes. Island specialities include katimeria – a type of cheese pie – and varvara, a sweet treat made with honey, nuts and pomegranate. Why not try a glass of the local wine, too?
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Shopping (beaches)

Kos does a strong line in handicrafts and you can snap up everything from handmade jewellery and leather goods to olive oil soap at the island’s many boutiques and stalls. Make for the mountain villages to buy beautiful handwoven fabrics – the perfect souvenir from your Grecian retreat.
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Nightlife

Bar Street in Kardamena is where you’ll find the most pumping parties, but Kos Town has its fair share of after-hours fun, too. Sip a cocktail at one of the stylish harbour-front bars or dive into a side-street taverna and raise a glass of retsina with the locals.
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Is Kos good for cycling holidays?

Yes, Kos is one of Greece’s best islands for cycling, thanks to its mostly flat landscape and dedicated cycle paths running along the coast and into resort areas.

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What are the best beaches in Kos?

Tigaki and Mastichari offer long sandy beaches with gentle waters, while Paradise Beach is known for water sports and lively beach bars.

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Does Kos have historical attractions?

Kos has a rich history, including the Asklepion, an ancient healing centre, as well as Roman ruins and medieval castles scattered across the island.

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Is Kos a good island for ancient history?

Yes, Kos has impressive archaeological sites including the Asklepion, an ancient healing sanctuary linked to Hippocrates, along with Roman villas, mosaics and medieval castles across the island.