Taf Beach Villas Guidebook
Food scene
Wide range of dishes, excellent prices and a warm atmosphere
Ampeli Wine Yard - Traditional Greek Tavern
Wide range of dishes, excellent prices and a warm atmosphere
Great beach bar with a large menu, cocktails, live music, sunbeds with beach service, volleyball and a large children's playground
king size beach bar
Great beach bar with a large menu, cocktails, live music, sunbeds with beach service, volleyball and a large children's playground
The genuine local cuisine with traditional dishes from Kos and the breath-taking view of the sea from the beautiful bougainvillea covered roof top are what tavern Oromedon has to offer to the visitor, that is in search of authenticity. The family tavern started off in 1997 and is committed to preserve the genuine gastronomic identity of the island.
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Oromedon Restaurant
Eparchiaki Odos Zipariou-AsfendiouThe genuine local cuisine with traditional dishes from Kos and the breath-taking view of the sea from the beautiful bougainvillea covered roof top are what tavern Oromedon has to offer to the visitor, that is in search of authenticity. The family tavern started off in 1997 and is committed to preserve the genuine gastronomic identity of the island.
In the picturesque, full of life island of Kos our cosy seafood restaurant is waiting to lure you into a journey of flavours, that combines the modern and the traditional Greek cuisine. We start our day at early time in Barbouni as our fishermen offer us daily fresh fish and shellfish from the bottom of the islands sea, while the local traditional cottage industries produce only for us local and tasty products such as cracked wheat bread, cheese and honey. Our highly accomplished kitchen team is there to prepare for you an exquisite menu. The recipe is really simple. The freshness of the raw materials that we carefully select from all around Greece and the attention to the detail and quality, transform the simple and traditional recipes of Kos and its neighbouring islands to dishes with unique and modern taste.
If you're on the island of Kos, do yourself a favour and stop in a Barbouni for a sunset dinner. No, the sun doesn't set into the seas that border this modern Dodecanese restaurant, but Turkey will be the backdrop to your dining experience with sailboats and ferries plying the waters in between. The surroundings will not leave you wanting and neither will the food! We promise moments of comfort and relaxation.
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Barbouni
st Georgiou AverofIn the picturesque, full of life island of Kos our cosy seafood restaurant is waiting to lure you into a journey of flavours, that combines the modern and the traditional Greek cuisine. We start our day at early time in Barbouni as our fishermen offer us daily fresh fish and shellfish from the bottom of the islands sea, while the local traditional cottage industries produce only for us local and tasty products such as cracked wheat bread, cheese and honey. Our highly accomplished kitchen team is there to prepare for you an exquisite menu. The recipe is really simple. The freshness of the raw materials that we carefully select from all around Greece and the attention to the detail and quality, transform the simple and traditional recipes of Kos and its neighbouring islands to dishes with unique and modern taste.
If you're on the island of Kos, do yourself a favour and stop in a Barbouni for a sunset dinner. No, the sun doesn't set into the seas that border this modern Dodecanese restaurant, but Turkey will be the backdrop to your dining experience with sailboats and ferries plying the waters in between. The surroundings will not leave you wanting and neither will the food! We promise moments of comfort and relaxation.
Neighborhoods
Tigaki is based around the fantastic and huge Tigaki Beach, as well as the central road that leads down to the beach. The beach with watersports and sunbeds has also been awarded the Blue Flag, certifying its excellent waters. The main road is where you’ll find the bars, restaurants, shops, travel agents, car and motorbike hire companies as well as a large supermarket at the far end away from the beach.
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Tigaki
Tigaki is based around the fantastic and huge Tigaki Beach, as well as the central road that leads down to the beach. The beach with watersports and sunbeds has also been awarded the Blue Flag, certifying its excellent waters. The main road is where you’ll find the bars, restaurants, shops, travel agents, car and motorbike hire companies as well as a large supermarket at the far end away from the beach.
Enjoy endless walks in the main town and observe the island’s history through its monuments dating from antiquity, the Byzantine period, Ottoman and Italian rule, as well as the time when it served as a center for the Knights of the Order of Saint John. A stroll around town reveals a host of sights to behold including mosques, Italian-era buildings, ancient structures, narrow alleys, the marina with the yachts, and the palm-tree boulevard with street artists. Make a pit-stop at the plane tree of Hippocrates, where, according to tradition, the father of medicine held discussions with his students. Also, look out for the Mosque of the Loggia, stroll through the ruins at the ancient agora, the ancient stadium, the Ksiston of the ancient gymnasium, mosaics, and the Nymphaeum building. Once the sun goes down, Exarhia, the bar district in the city of Kos, offers a vibrant nightlife.
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Kos
Enjoy endless walks in the main town and observe the island’s history through its monuments dating from antiquity, the Byzantine period, Ottoman and Italian rule, as well as the time when it served as a center for the Knights of the Order of Saint John. A stroll around town reveals a host of sights to behold including mosques, Italian-era buildings, ancient structures, narrow alleys, the marina with the yachts, and the palm-tree boulevard with street artists. Make a pit-stop at the plane tree of Hippocrates, where, according to tradition, the father of medicine held discussions with his students. Also, look out for the Mosque of the Loggia, stroll through the ruins at the ancient agora, the ancient stadium, the Ksiston of the ancient gymnasium, mosaics, and the Nymphaeum building. Once the sun goes down, Exarhia, the bar district in the city of Kos, offers a vibrant nightlife.
This small beautiful village is located 16 km southeast of Kos town and close to Asfendiou village at a high altitude in the mountain side of Dikeos. Zia lies hidden among the lush green forests and running waters and is regarded as a pole of attraction for many visitors, tourists and Greek tourists. Its idyllic location on the slopes of Mountain Dikeos offers some breathtaking views to the entire Kos island. The route that leads you directly to the settlement crosses some of the most beautiful spots. Three churches stand at the entrance of the village and as you move on you will meet the main street filled with plenty of tourist shops and great taverns. If you choose to walk around the village, a road will lead you towards the mountain, at the highest point of the island. Zia is also a famous destination for the amazing sunset views.
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Lagoudi Zia
This small beautiful village is located 16 km southeast of Kos town and close to Asfendiou village at a high altitude in the mountain side of Dikeos. Zia lies hidden among the lush green forests and running waters and is regarded as a pole of attraction for many visitors, tourists and Greek tourists. Its idyllic location on the slopes of Mountain Dikeos offers some breathtaking views to the entire Kos island. The route that leads you directly to the settlement crosses some of the most beautiful spots. Three churches stand at the entrance of the village and as you move on you will meet the main street filled with plenty of tourist shops and great taverns. If you choose to walk around the village, a road will lead you towards the mountain, at the highest point of the island. Zia is also a famous destination for the amazing sunset views.
This picture-perfect spot is a favorite postcard theme among tourists, making it the island’s most widely traveled image around the world. You, too, can enjoy swimming at the location’s two beaches, situated next to the archaeological site featuring the remains of two early Christian basilicas (5th – 6th century), named Agios Stefanos. Gaze out towards the islet of Kastri and feel the energy transmitted by the foundations of these old churches and the Baptistery, the columns of the sanctuary, and the mosaic floors. The village has a well-developed tourist infrastructure with plenty of accommodations without losing its authentic character.
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Kefalos
This picture-perfect spot is a favorite postcard theme among tourists, making it the island’s most widely traveled image around the world. You, too, can enjoy swimming at the location’s two beaches, situated next to the archaeological site featuring the remains of two early Christian basilicas (5th – 6th century), named Agios Stefanos. Gaze out towards the islet of Kastri and feel the energy transmitted by the foundations of these old churches and the Baptistery, the columns of the sanctuary, and the mosaic floors. The village has a well-developed tourist infrastructure with plenty of accommodations without losing its authentic character.
Kardamena is a beautiful coastal village about 30km from the city of Kos and just 6 km from the airport. Kardamena, a traditional fishing village, has now evolved into a cosmopolitan resort. It attracts thousands of tourists of all nationalities and can satisfy all kinds of needs. From the port of Kardamena one can visit on a daily basis, the neighboring picturesque Nisyros with its famous volcano or organize trips to the beach of Agia Irini and other nearby destinations.
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Kardamaina
Kardamena is a beautiful coastal village about 30km from the city of Kos and just 6 km from the airport. Kardamena, a traditional fishing village, has now evolved into a cosmopolitan resort. It attracts thousands of tourists of all nationalities and can satisfy all kinds of needs. From the port of Kardamena one can visit on a daily basis, the neighboring picturesque Nisyros with its famous volcano or organize trips to the beach of Agia Irini and other nearby destinations.
Mastichari is located 22 kilometers west from Kos town. Its small port links Kos to Kalimnos which is exactly on the opposite side and its beach is now a modern tourist resort. One of its main characteristic features includes the ruins of the old, Early Christian Basilica with its beautiful mosaic floor only a short distance from sea. In Mastichari visitors apart from peace and quiet can also find good food served at the very popular fish houses which are only 20-30 meters from the beach and offer fresh fish and many delicious seafood dishes. Mastichari is very popular for its fresh fish as many fishermen have their fishing base here which means probably whatever is served on the table has just been caught in the morning. Mastichari beaches are characterized by white sand and turquoise waters which create the impression of being in an exotic place, just like the ones you find in the Pacific Ocean. On the road going to Mastichari you can find a Water Park and for those looking for something more private the beach has a few remote spots to enjoy.
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Mastihari
Mastichari is located 22 kilometers west from Kos town. Its small port links Kos to Kalimnos which is exactly on the opposite side and its beach is now a modern tourist resort. One of its main characteristic features includes the ruins of the old, Early Christian Basilica with its beautiful mosaic floor only a short distance from sea. In Mastichari visitors apart from peace and quiet can also find good food served at the very popular fish houses which are only 20-30 meters from the beach and offer fresh fish and many delicious seafood dishes. Mastichari is very popular for its fresh fish as many fishermen have their fishing base here which means probably whatever is served on the table has just been caught in the morning. Mastichari beaches are characterized by white sand and turquoise waters which create the impression of being in an exotic place, just like the ones you find in the Pacific Ocean. On the road going to Mastichari you can find a Water Park and for those looking for something more private the beach has a few remote spots to enjoy.
Sightseeing
In a distance 3.5 kilom. northwest of Kos town, at the slopes of a low mount with a view at the coasts of Asia Minor, there is the monumental complex of Asklipio. The space was located in the beginnings of 20th century by the German archaeologist R. Herzog and the research continued later Italian archeologists who attempted and the restoration of the monument projecting mainly to the Roman side. According to ancient Greek mythology Asclepius was the god of medicine and healing. He was the son of Apollo and Coronis or Arsinoe. It happened that while she was pregnant she was unfaithful to Apollo. He got so angry with her that she was burnt on a pyre. As for his son the father rescued him but sent him to the Earth where later the boy was carried to Chiron who was considered to be a kind centaur. He raised Asclepius and taught him the art of healing. Patients here were not offered therapy through divine intervention and the like, as was the case at the other well known Asklepions, but, instead, through scientifically based medical methods.
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Asklepion Kos
In a distance 3.5 kilom. northwest of Kos town, at the slopes of a low mount with a view at the coasts of Asia Minor, there is the monumental complex of Asklipio. The space was located in the beginnings of 20th century by the German archaeologist R. Herzog and the research continued later Italian archeologists who attempted and the restoration of the monument projecting mainly to the Roman side. According to ancient Greek mythology Asclepius was the god of medicine and healing. He was the son of Apollo and Coronis or Arsinoe. It happened that while she was pregnant she was unfaithful to Apollo. He got so angry with her that she was burnt on a pyre. As for his son the father rescued him but sent him to the Earth where later the boy was carried to Chiron who was considered to be a kind centaur. He raised Asclepius and taught him the art of healing. Patients here were not offered therapy through divine intervention and the like, as was the case at the other well known Asklepions, but, instead, through scientifically based medical methods.
Porady dla podróżnych
Poruszanie się po okolicy
Cycling, driving or going by bus
Kos is known for its' many bicycle paths making it easy to get around by bike.
There are many car rental services available if you want to see the whole island.
There is also a good, regular bus service during the summer months.
Tours are also available, by coach and by bus
Poruszanie się po okolicy
Enjoy an excursion during your stay
http://www.openseas.gr/ - local ferries
https://www.theokritostravel.gr/ - excursions
https://www.mourattitours.com/en/ - yacht rental