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Paleo Pili

307 Reviews

#1 of 2 things to do in Pili

Sights & Landmarks, Historic Sites, Ancient Ruins

Palaiou Piliou, Pili 853 00, Greece

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“Well worth the walk”

A steady climb but the views at the top are amazing. Have your photo taken with the guy at the... read more

Reviewed November 1, 2018

lsoulsby38

Bedlington, United Kingdom

“Old Village of Pili was our favorite part of Kos Island!”

Pili Village is popular with tourist for a reason, it gives a excellent feeling for a typical old... read more

Reviewed October 3, 2018

LeonNoel7

Arlington

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4.5 307 reviews

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Very good26%
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Terrible1%

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“old village”(9 reviews)

“worth the climb”(9 reviews)

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Old Byzantine fortress located in the old village of Pili, it is amazing and beautiful, one of the most beautiful places on the island.

Suggested duration: 2-3 hours

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Palaiou Piliou, Pili 853 00, Greece

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lsoulsby38

Bedlington, United Kingdom

Reviewed November 1, 2018

Well worth the walk

A steady climb but the views at the top are amazing. Have your photo taken with the guy at the bottom as a memory of the day.

Date of experience: October 2018

Thank lsoulsby38

798nh

Newton Le Willows, United Kingdom

415130

Reviewed October 21, 2018 via mobile

Old Capital

A steep climb up a mountain is this ruined town (the old capital). There are a few buildings, mainly churches, still intact but mainly it's just a few walls and paths that survive.

Date of experience: October 2018

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LeonNoel7

Arlington

423127

Reviewed October 3, 2018

Old Village of Pili was our favorite part of Kos Island!

Pili Village is popular with tourist for a reason, it gives a excellent feeling for a typical old village in the hills of Kos Island. It was our favorite place of all of the attractions on the island and so lucky to have had it...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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MVM_12

Flintshire, North Wales

16098

Reviewed September 24, 2018

Somewhat exhausting, but a fascinating walk!

We had a hired car and drove to the 'old Pili'. It was a very hot afternoon and we didn't feel like climbing all the way up to the castle about 300 meters high! However, we did go for an interesting walk around the ghost...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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wasp2311

Fife, United Kingdom

7029

Reviewed September 14, 2018

Incredible views

Paleo Pili, an old Byzantine basillica I believe, sits atop the hills. It wasnt too difficult to find, just head for Old Pili and you will end up here. Whats more, it is free, so a great way to spend a few hours. Theres an...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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Mowicz

Poland

163

Reviewed September 5, 2018 via mobile

What a view

You have to climb (high stairs) for about 10 min, but the view from top (near snack bar) is outstanding. You will find some ruins here, but to be honest its nothing special.

Date of experience: September 2018

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Gijs v

155

Reviewed September 4, 2018

It's a hot and tough hike/climb, but the end-view is worth it.

It's a hot and tough hike/climb, but the end-view is worth it. Also, if you make it to the top, you'll be rewarded by an old man selling you some cold drinks ;) Btw, after the crazy man bird (or right after the parking lot)...More

Date of experience: September 2018

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608andrav

Prague, Czech Republic

Reviewed August 31, 2018 via mobile

Way to the castle

The way to the castle is not well marked. You have to remember the ruins of the house of which pictures I uploaded. Then you enter the ruined house (the trail is not that visible inside the ruins) and behind the ruins there's a visible...More

Date of experience: August 2018

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Chatterboxmegan

Wigan

340177

Reviewed August 31, 2018 via mobile

Lovely way to pass half an hour

The walk up to the ruins isn't too bad. We are two 20 somethings and walked up in flip-flops in about 5 minutes. You are greeted with a large area of ruins which you are free to roam. Keep your ear out for mountainy goats...More

Date of experience: August 2018

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BarryFulham

London, United Kingdom

22588

Reviewed August 26, 2018

Well worth exploring

"Old Pyli" as the locals call it is well worth exploring, sensible footwear as the tracks and paths are shared with mountain goats and tortoises

Date of experience: August 2018

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DalianP1

Hi all! We are aiming to spend as little on cabs as possible when we travel to Kos. Therefore, is it possible to access the area by bus. We will be travelling from 85302 Mastichari. How much would the bus cost roughly?

February 3, 2019|

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I think that the best is if you rent a car

1959Susiec

Is it possible for disabled with wheelchair to visit

June 1, 2018|

Answer

The path is very steep and therefore would be difficult, you could drive to the cafe and get a good view but not access the castle ruins itself. Enjoy your trip

Darcey H

How much is the admission to get in?

May 15, 2018|

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It’s free except exertion from the steep climb, there is a man in Greek uniform there but he only charge for pics with him 👍 Climb to the very top the view is worth it

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