{"id":585,"count":18,"description":"[island_name]Kos[\/island_name]\r\n\r\n[hero_image]https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/Kos-Blog-Geheimtipps-Erfahrungen-Urlaub.jpg[\/hero_image]\r\n\r\n[tagline]Ancient ruins right by the sea, rugged peaks with breathtaking views and one of the greenest islands in the Dodecanese: Kos has a lot to offer and surprises everyone who is looking for more than just sun and beach. On the Kos blog by Greece Moments you'll find everything you need to know for your holiday on Kos.[\/tagline]\r\n\r\n[steckbrief]\r\nLocation: Dodecanese (South Aegean)\r\nCapital: Kos Town\r\nPopulation: ~ 36,000\r\nArea: 290 km\u00b2\r\nBest time to visit: May to October\r\nAirport: Kos (KGS)\r\n[\/steckbrief]\r\n\r\n[featured_id]54539[\/featured_id]\r\n[featured_text]After several trips to Kos, we have put together our personal highlights for you.[\/featured_text]\r\n\r\n[lead_ids]54518,52320,51379,53976[\/lead_ids]\r\n\r\n[map_url]https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/produkt\/kos-map\/[\/map_url]\r\n[map_image]https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/Karte-Kos-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-Google-Maps-Smartphone.png[\/map_image]\r\n\r\n[grid_title]Beautiful places on Kos[\/grid_title]\r\n\r\n[ebook_image]https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Kos-Reisefuehrer-Ebook-PDF-Buch-Urlaub-Tipps.png[\/ebook_image]\r\n[ebook_btn_url]https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/en\/kos-travel-guide\/[\/ebook_btn_url]\r\n[ebook_text]The most beautiful beaches, best tavernas and insider tips from first-hand experience. Get our Kos travel guide as your perfect companion for your holiday![\/ebook_text]\r\n\r\n[info_list]\r\nKos Town with the Hippocrates Plane Tree and Kastro Neratzia\r\nKefalos Peninsula with the most beautiful beaches on Kos\r\nAsklepieion as the ancient sanctuary of Hippocrates\r\nZia village in the hills with views across the entire island\r\nPlaka Peacock Forest in the heart of Kos\r\nThe mysterious ruins of Paleo Pyli castle\r\nAgios Stefanos Beach and the tiny islet of Kastri\r\nDay trip to the neighbouring island of Nisyros\r\n[\/info_list]\r\n\r\n[must_img_1]https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2027\/01\/Kastri-Kos-Insel-Kefalos.jpg[\/must_img_1]\r\n[must_img_2]https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Paleo-Pyli-Kos-Festung-Sehenswuerdigkeiten-Insel-Touren.jpg[\/must_img_2]\r\n[must_img_3]https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Platane-des-Hippokrates-von-Kos-Sehenswuerdigkeiten.jpg[\/must_img_3]\r\n\r\n[affiliate]\r\nbooking|Hotels|https:\/\/www.booking.com\/region\/gr\/kos.en-gb.html?aid=1733645&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2\r\nskyscanner|Flights|https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/L0D92Y\r\nferryhopper|Ferries|https:\/\/www.ferryhopper.com\/en\/destinations\/greece\/kos?aff_uid=grekmom\r\ngetyourguide|Tours & Tickets|https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/de-at\/kos-l410\/?partner_id=NU40SHX&utm_medium=online_publisher\r\ndiscovercars|Car rental|https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/greece\/kos?a_aid=GreeceMoments\r\n[\/affiliate]\r\n\r\n[hotels]\r\nHorizon Beach Hotel|https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/horizon-beach-resort.en-gb.html?aid=1733645&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2|Popular beachfront hotel in the north (Booking.com*)\r\nNeptune Luxury Resort|https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/neptune.en-gb.html?aid=1733645&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2|Beautiful gardens, pool & sea views (Booking.com*)\r\nBlue Lagoon City Hotel|https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/gr\/blue-lagoon-city-hotel.en-gb.html?aid=1733645&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2|Top city hotel in Kos Town (Booking.com*)[\/hotels]\r\n\r\n[hotel_img_1]https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Kos-Horizon-Beach-Resort-Familienhotel.jpg[\/hotel_img_1]\r\n[hotel_img_2]https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/Neptune-Luxury-Resort-Kos-Kinder-Pool.jpg[\/hotel_img_2]\r\n[hotel_img_3]https:\/\/greece-moments.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Blue-Lagoon-City-Hotel-Kos-Erfahrung.jpg[\/hotel_img_3]\r\n\r\n[faq]\r\nWhen is the best time to visit Kos?|May through early June and mid-September through late October are our clear favourites. The weather is warm and pleasant, the sea is warm enough for swimming from June onwards, and the island is much quieter than in the height of summer. July and August are the classic beach holiday months, with plenty of vacationers, particularly in Kardamena, Tigaki and Kos Town. If you\u2019d like to experience the island in a more relaxed way, the early and late seasons are definitely the better choice.\r\n\r\nDo you need a rental car on Kos?|Not necessarily \u2014 Kos is one of the most cycle-friendly Greek islands, and many of the beaches around Kos Town are easily accessible by bike. However, you won\u2019t get very far to the most beautiful bays in the south-west around Kefalos and the mountainous region of Dikeos without a hire car, quad bike or scooter. We recommend allowing for a car for at least a few days.\r\n\r\nWhat are the must-sees on Kos?|Our top picks are Kefalos Bay with its stunning beaches on the isthmus, Mount Dikeos \u2013 the highest peak on the island \u2013 offering sweeping views across the island, and the town centre of Kos Town with its cosy caf\u00e9s.\r\n\r\nIs Kos a good choice for families with children?|Yes, absolutely. Kos is one of the most child-friendly Greek islands. The beaches around Marmari and Kardamena have shallow waters, which are ideal for young children. Kos Town is easy to explore on foot or by bike, and the island as a whole is well connected, with short distances between the various towns and villages.\r\n\r\nHow many days should you plan for Kos?|In five to seven days, you can comfortably see the island\u2019s main highlights. Kos is small enough to get to know well in a week, but has enough to offer to justify staying longer. If you\u2019re also planning day trips to neighbouring islands such as Nisyros or Kalymnos, you should allow for around ten days.\r\n\r\nWhat makes Kos different from other Greek islands?|It\u2019s all in the mix: Kos is both one of the greenest and flattest Greek islands, boasts ancient ruins situated right in the town centre or directly on the beach, and is more bike-friendly than almost any other island. 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