Hippocrates Plane Tree
Historical landmark · South Aegean ·

Hippocrates Plane Tree

Historical landmark · South Aegean ·

Historic plane tree where Hippocrates taught medicine; site of ancient learning

historical landmark
tree of hippocrates
history
ancient tree
kos town
tourist attraction
symbolic value
old greek buildings
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Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
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Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
Hippocrates Plane Tree by null
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Kos 853 00, Greece Get directions

Wheelchair accessible entrance

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Kos 853 00, Greece Get directions

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•Wheelchair accessible entrance

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Jan 14, 2026

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"A historic plane tree located at the Castle of Neratzia traditionally associated with Hippocrates; visitors come to see the tree said to mark the spot where he regularly taught under its shade. The current specimen is allegedly around 500 years old, making it one of the oldest trees in Europe." - Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines

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Hippocrates Plane Tree

Adrik C.

Google
To visit the possible birthplace of modern medical understanding , to take shade under the descendent sibling of that once great tree who play host to the great minds of antiquity can not be fully described! It must be felt..

Glen Bataillie (Glen B.

Google
The Hippocrates Tree is a lovely spot to visit in Kos Town. It offers a nice bit of nature and a chance to learn some of the history behind Hippocrates and his connection to the island. Overall, it also gives you a nice overview of the bay area, making it a pleasant stop while exploring the town.

Caroline N.

Google
You can enter right from street by the government building by the ocean, with a busstop nearby. It is also close to the old castle and the harbour. There is not much to see but with anything else, it is still always good to witness some history in some form.

Chris (.

Google
It’s a tree. Nothing to tree here I’m afraid. Pointless. Even the ruins around here aren’t that great, not very well maintained. It killed 5 minutes before I found something better.

Sophie C

Google
Perfect spot, surrounded by some old Greek buildings and the oldest tree lit with light. Fantastic entertainment which totally set the mood. Service was excellent and my sea bass was delicious. Restaurant is more pricey than others in the town but if you are wanting some evening ambiance with a touch of class away from the tourist area this is the place.

Javier G.

Google
It's kind of a piece of history because it's not the original tree but it's supposed to be the same spot, however it's an ancient tree and must be respected. I visited at night, it's enough.

Kim H.

Google
To be honest it's a tree. A very old tree. Held up with scaffolding. However it is a quiet shady spot and how could you visit Kos and not go and see it given the world wide medical culture that arose on this spot (allegedly).

Miroslav M.

Google
Well...the scaffolding ruins the surroundings and tree itself. It's a shame. A must visit of course, but once in a lifetime thing.