Western Archaeological Site of Kos
Δυτική Ανασκαφή
A Roman quarter on the west side of Kos Town, with paved streets, a colonnaded gymnasium and well-preserved mosaic floors.
The Western Site lies southwest of the old town and was likewise excavated after the 1933 earthquake. It preserves a Roman crossroads, the marble-columned gymnasium (Xystos), public baths and several house mosaic floors, the best known of which is the 'Abduction of Europa.' The open site lies beside the Roman Odeon and the Casa Romana, so the three can form a half-day ancient city route. Parts of the site are free to visit.
Opening hours
Open all day (some areas only)
Nearby sights
- Roman Odeon of Kos
- Casa Romana
- Archaeological Museum of Kos
- Kos Town Harbour & Old Town
- Ancient Agora of Kos
- Loggia Mosque (Gazi Hassan Pasha)
- Tree of Hippocrates
- Neratzia Castle