Location: Kos < Greece
Nearest Beach:
beach at 9
Kilometres
Car: recommended
Several local houses are owned by other Europeans who love the atmosphere and view. Behind the village are pine forests with many walks offering natural beauty and wonderful views. Nearby Zia is a popular tourist destination, with many shops selling local produce and gifts, and about 10 restaurants. Oromedon, where Bill Clinton ate in 2003, is excellent. The hill villages (the subject of preservation orders) and surrounding area have classic Greek scenery and atmosphere. Further away are places like Tam Tam (25 minutes away), a laid back bar and restaurant set amid palm trees overlooking a beach. It plays cool music and serves great food to a sophisticated crowd. We can recommend other such locations, and quiet beaches, unseen by mass market tourists, where you can experience the real Kos and simply relax.
Kos town, with its beautiful harbour, Crusader fortress, ancient ruins and many restaurants and bars, is 20 minutes away, as are the ruins of the Asklepion hospital (C3rd BC.)