Just seven miles across, the island of Kos boasts 25 miles of beaches. Holidays in Kos are a firm favourite with British tourists, especially those seeking package deals. Many Kos beach resorts offer a wealth of water sports, beach bars and evening entertainment. Some of the most popular resorts include Kardamena, Kefalos, Lambi, Marmari, Mastihari and Tingaki. Holidays in Kos are not complete without a visit to Kos Town, with its numerous monuments, ruins and 14th-century Castle of the Knights.

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The capital also hosts a market in the main square, which sells local handicrafts, souvenirs and jewellery. Kos Town features plenty of street cafes in which to relax over a coffee and watch the world go by. Holidays to Kos often feature trips to the beautiful beach of Lambi. Set just outside Kos Town, regular buses run between the capital and Lambi. The white sandy beach of Lambi has been regarded by many as the best beach on the island and stretches for over half a mile. Like many of the Kos resorts, Lambi offers numerous water sports, including parasailing, jet skiing and windsurfing.

Also nearby Kos Town is Marmari - one of the most peaceful resorts on Kos. Marmari offers an extensive beach and beautiful surrounding countryside. Well worth a visit is the hill village of Kefalos, with its whitewashed houses, narrow lanes, medieval castle, windmill, and traditional tavernas. Those seeking all-night drinking and dancing can head to Kardamena , with its wealth of bars and discos, which stay open till the sun comes up. A popular way to explore the island is by hiring bicycles.