Eleftherias square is a point of reference for locals and visitors alike, situated right above the port of Kos, among the Archeological Museum of Kos, the public library and the municipal market. The square acquired its current structure and arrangement after the great earthquake of 1933, as did many of the surrounding buildings. Visitors are able to admire the historical and cultural significance of Kos simply by standing in the middle of the square; monuments of the Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Mediaeval, Ottoman and Italian Occupation eras.
Around Eleftherias square, visitors may wander around the historical centre of Kos, stroll through the scenic narrow alleys of Old Town, pay a visit to the Ancient Agora and the Western Archeological Zone or simply pause in one of the islands popping out cafes and restaurants to soak up some sun rays and feel the flow of time. Independent boutique stores, Greek designer shops and globally-renowned brands can be found all over the shopping area of Kos, which is extended around Konitsis square, Ippokratous, Venizelou and Vasileos Pavlou streets. The port of Kos, used by both tourist vessels as well as ferries making routes towards the mainland and other nearby islands, is located in the heart of Kos town too.
