Kardamena things to Do

.Find and interesting variety supermarkets offering most of the well-known brands of all goods there.The two largest, both called Louis, are situated in the main square and by the bridge at the top of Main Bar Street. 

Eating out

  Find a wide variety  of restaurants in Kardamena to suit all tastes, from Indian and traditional Greek to fast food  as well as take aways and cafes offering from  full English breakfasts to greek traditional mezedes . Even those with a preference of   home food should try the local fare, and discover the delicious greek tastes. Good Greek restaurants include Andreas, Scala and El Greco, all on the seafront combining the best quality in food and offering at the same time the best views for your eyes only.

Nightlife

The nightlife in Kardamena is  fairly intense with dozens of bars and clubs catering for all musical tastes, from the latest Garage tracks in the Jolly Sailor to Indie classics in  Stone Roses Bar and cheesy pop in Cheeky Monkeys proving that Kardamena is much more than an other plain resort.The main nightclubs are Status, Starlight, Zoom and Downtown, which all stay open until 4am, and 6am at weekends and there you can have guaranteed endless fun accompanied by dance and drinks!

Beaches

With 14 kilometers of sandy beaches and a population of 2000 people , Kardamena is offering much more than just the sea and sun provided by most resorts. Be aware that the main beach in Kardamena is ideal for lazy days in the sun as well as   for watersports   lovers  and not only , who can practise their favourite water sports. Kardamena Beach ,  can be found in the village of the same name, this beautiful 3km long beach can get crowded, but keep walking and it thins out dramatically. Enjoy the safe swimming and  get a tan that will make everyone jealous! Also practise everything from pedalos to jet skiing and banana rides   that can be organised. Also visit   Banana Beach and Sovereign Beach if you wish to practise your favourite water sports and enjoy the stunning sun   and the amazing crystal clear blue waters.

Sightseeing

There are fascinating historical sites scattered around the island, particularly in the capital Kos Town, 40 minutes away. Be aware that  boat tours can be arranged to the spectacular volcanic island of Nisyros and to Rhodes Also the archaeological Museum  ,  in Kos Town, is a  museum  that has an extensive collection found in the many sites around the island including statues, mosaics and ceramics.

Visit the Roman Ruins   which is a  large area in various states of preservation encompassing three temples, that of Aphrodite, Hercules and Dionysus, a theatre, pool and gym . Enjoy a lovely stroll back in time and of course visit the  famous castle  .The history  of which is dated  back in 1495  when  an earthquake destroyed the castle that was built by the Knights of St John as a hospital. It was rebuilt about 100 years later as a fortress to withstand Ottoman raids.

The Plane-tree of Hippokrates, The Mediaeval Castle, Excavations at the port,The ancient Gymnasium "Xystos",The Odeon,Casa Romana, The Museum,The Asklepieion. Villages of the island is: Asfendiou, Pyli,Tingaki, Marmari, Antimachia, Mastixari,Kefalos,Zipari and Kardamena.