TRAVEL GUIDE TO RHODES

Also known as the "Knights’ island", Rhodes combines a rich history, impressive medieval architecture, amazing beaches and a lovely natural scenery! The Old Town of Rhodes with its stone-paved alleys and elegant mansions is a listed World Heritage Site.

Find out everything about your holidays in Rhodes on our travel guide! Discover the best things to do, fantastic beaches, landmarks, top hotels and restaurants, as well as a wide selection of breathtaking photos!

You can reach the island by plane from Athens or abroad or by ferry from Athens, Crete or other islands of the Dodecanese.

How to get there?

How to get there?

Hotels & Accommodations

Hotels & Accommodations

Things To Do(13)

Things To Do

Where to swim?

Where to swim?

Sights & Attractions

Sights & Attractions

Where to Eat & Drink?

Where to Eat & Drink?

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Rhodes combines cosmopolitan vibes with medieval architecture in a unique way!
The natural landscape, imposing buildings, ancient towns and picturesque villages meet amazing beaches, fashion boutiques, top restaurants, and dance clubs. No wonder why it never fails to surprise travelers from all over the world!

The most important monuments of the island can be seen in the Old Town. The Old Town is a Unesco World Heritage Site and one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe, attracting millions of visitors every year! Stroll around the paved alleys, visit the Venetian Castle, the Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master.
The atmosphere will captivate you!

Apart from exploring the Old Town, there are so many things to do on the island! Visit the imposing Acropolis of Lindos, the Valley of butterflies, the monastery of Filerimos, do water sports and tours. The adventure never stops in Rhodes!
As for its beaches, they are some of the best beaches in Greece! Secluded or crowded, cosmopolitan or hidden, there’s no way you won’t find the perfect beach for you. Lindos, Anthony Quinn, Faliraki, Tsambika, Kallithea and Agathi are some of the best beaches on the island!

Get ready to create some amazing memories in Rhodes! Stroll around the historical town, visit its medieval monuments, discover imposing castles, eat at excellent restaurants and swim at its amazing beaches.
Rhodes always offers something new to discover!

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HOTELS & ACCOMMODATIONS

As one of the most popular destinations of the Dodecanese, the well-developed island of Rhodes offers a wide variety of hotels of all kinds, from small and charming boutique hotels to big all-inclusive resorts near the beach, with swimming pools and other facilities.
Some of the most popular hotels are Melenos Lindos, F Charm, Princess Andriana & Labranda Kiotari Miraluna.
Besides Town, other locations that offer many accommodation options are Ialissos, Lindos, Ixia and Faliraki.

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HOW TO GET TO RHODES?

The island of Rhodes has an international airport with flights from Athens and many European cities. You can also reach the island  by ferry from the port of Piraeus in Athens but also from other islands of the Aegean.
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HIGHLIGHTS: BEST OF RHODES

Discover the best of Rhodes! From sightseeing to activities and from tours to restaurants, we give you the best recommendations for the ultimate holiday experience!

  • Rhodes Town
    Rhodes Town
    The Old Town of Rhodes is an amazing place to stroll around. It has vivid Medieval style and many interesting spots to visit. Do not miss the Street of the Knights and the port of Mandraki.
  • Grand Master Palace
    Grand Master Palace
    The most interesting monument in the Town is the Palace of Grand Master. This is an enormous Medieval castle that is considered among the best preserved castles of its kind.
  • Organized tours
    Organized tours
    Discover some tours organized to the most important sightseeing of the island.
  • Saint Paul beach
    Saint Paul beach
    The bay of Saint Paul is the most famous beach in the region of Lindos. This organized beach distinguishes for the blue green water and the relaxing feeling.
  • Lindos village
    Lindos village
    Lindos is among the most picturesque villages on the island. It charms visitors with the Medieval architecture and the relaxing beaches in the region.
  • Acropolis of Lindos
    Acropolis of Lindos
    On the hill top above the village of Lindos, there is an impressive acropolis with ancient and Medieval ruins. This location give stunning view to the Aegean Sea.
  • Tsambika beach
    Tsambika beach
    The beach of Tsambika is among the most stunning beaches in Dodecanese. Large in size and with crystal waters, Tsambika is partly organized and partly secluded.
  • Springs of Kallithea
    Springs of Kallithea
    Close to the beach of Kallithea in Rhodes is the impressive building of the springs. This is a wonderful sample of Italian architecture. Many weddings take place there every year.
  • Ancient Acropolis
    Ancient Acropolis
    On the hill of Monte Smith above the main town are the remains of an ancient acropolis. This site includes temples of Athena and Apollo and also a Roman odeon.
  • Butterfly valley
    Butterfly valley
    The Valley of Butterflies is a region of amazing natural beauty, located close to the village of Theologos. In spring and autumn, this valley is overwhelmed with various species of butterflies.
  • Ladiko beach
    Ladiko beach
    Ladiko is among the most popular beaches on the island. It is well organized with tourist facilities and has stunning blue green waters. This beach gets very popular in summer.
  • Archaeological Museum
    Archaeological Museum
    The Archaeological Museum of Rhodes is housed in a Medieval building in the Old Town. It hosts a very interesting collection with exhibits from excavations around the island.
  • Day trip to Simi island
    Day trip to Simi island
    In summer daily tours depart from Rhodes Town to the picturesque island of Simi. These tours also stop at the Monastery of Panormitis, on the southern side of Simi.

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