Capital of the island, the city of Kos is located on its northeastern coast. Although not exceptionally large, it impresses the visitor immediately, with its bike routes, its palm avenues, its people-friendly design.

With many archaeological sights, both within and surrounding the city, Kos is the ideal place for biking and strolling, as there will always be something to comment on. Attractions of a different sort are the wide variety of modern boutiques, tourist shops, bars, cafes and restaurant of all types.

There is also a large selection of hotels and furnished flats, within and just outside the city. The banks, post office, Telephone Company, the city museum and most other city services are in the city, and are housed, for the most part, in the well-preserved, impressive buildings of the Italian period.

The port of Kos is particularly picturesque with its many pleasure vessels, yachts, cutters and traditional fishing boats. It’s the spot where locals and tourists alike 'see and are seen'.

In recent years extraordinary effort has been made to meet the challenges presented by the modern tourist. An infrastructure is being developed to fulfill the needs of citizens and visitors both. A successful endeavor has been the Water Treatment Center, which is the most modern in the Mediterranean, and which has made swimming possible in crystal clear waters on beaches left and right of the city. In fact, three beaches have won Blue Flags for this season.

Also in progress are the projects of Marina, to better accommodate sea quests; the development of a spa facility using the existing therapeutic hot springs; the completion and improvement of the road system, and more.

The city of Kos justifiably won the title of 'European City of 1995', for it is truly a contemporary city ready to welcome you and win your affection.