Kardamena
Updated 24 October 2026
Kardamena is on the south coast of Kos, about 30 km from Kos Town and 6 km from the airport. It stands where ancient Alasarna was; today's village dates from 1865.
The beach
Some 6 km of mostly sandy coast, with sunbeds, beach bars and tavernas. The sea is usually calm, but in places it gets deep quickly, and a few stretches are rocky, so bring water shoes.
From the harbour
Boats from the harbour go to Agia Irini beach and to Nisyros, where you can walk into the volcano's crater.
In the village
The town hall has two exhibitions, on local folklore and on the area's seafaring past. The church of the Virgin Mary celebrates its feast on 8 September.
Towards Antimachia
Inland, the Knights' castle stands on a plateau above the south coast, with free entry, and peacocks roam the pine forest of Plaka.
Antimachia Castle
Antimachia · History
Plaka Forest
Antimachia · Nature
Getting there
Marmari, Mastichari, Kardamena and Kefalos: on request. Each one is arranged with the partner, so send us your dates and we tell you what is possible, as soon as we can.