Rhodes Attractions
City of Rhodes
Rhodes Town
The city of Rhodes is located at the northern tip of the island where the ancient city used to be placed. The imposing Italian architecture is evident and blends beautifully with the rest of the city creating a truly magnificent atmosphere. There are plenty of things to see and do in Rhodes however… read more
Rhodes Old Town - Medieval Town
Rhodes medieval town or “old town” as it is called by the locals is an UNESCO world cultural heritage monument. In fact this is the largest and oldest inhabited medieval town in Europe! The old town is the town of the Knights of the Order of St. John with some of the building still carrying the emblems… read more
The Palace of the Grand Master
The Palace of the Grand Master is the most popular monument in the island and the main attraction of the medieval city of Rhodes. It was built in the 14th century AD by the Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of St. John of Jerusalem, of Rhodes, and of Malta who occupied Rhodes from 1309 to 1522. During… read more
Rhodes Archeological Museum
The Archaeological Museum of Rhodes is located at the center of the Medieval Town, right by the famous Ippoton street (Knights Street) and housed within the medieval building of the Hospital of the Knights. The latter was built around 1440 by the Grand Master de Lastic with money bequeathed by his predecessor,… read more
Rhodes Catholic Church (Saint Francis)
Since Rhodes was occupied by several conquerors of various religions it is natural to find several religious monuments in the island. The most popular for the Catholics is the wonderful Roman Catholic Church of San Francisco at the homonym square just outside of the Old Town’s walls. read more
Aquarium of Rhodes
The aquarium of Rhodes was built during the period of 1934-36 while the kingdom of Italy was occupying the island. Later on in 1945 following the reunion of the island with the rest of Greece, the aquarium was renamed as the "Hellenic Hydrobiological Institute" and was supervised by the Academy of Athens.… read more
Temple of Apollo
The temple of Apollo, located right on the northern tip of the island on the acropolis hill of ancient Rhodes, is a Doric style temple dating back from the Hellenistic period (3rd – 2nd century BC) that was excavated by the Italian School of Archaeology at Athens from 1912 -1945. Visitors can admire… read more
Ancient Stadium of Rhodes
In the ancient acropolis of Rhodes visitors have the chance to admire the remaining of the ancient stadium of Rhodes, just next to the temple of Apollo. The stadium was estimated to be 600 feet / 210 meters in length with some of its part being preserved even today. More specifically the original surviving… read more
Rest of the Island
Filerimos – The cross
Filerimos, in the outskirts of Rhodes, is a hill 267 meters high overlooking the small town of Ialyssos and the bay of Ixia and Trianda. It is an ideal place to enjoy stunning panoramic views of the Aegean Sea as well as to take a walk in the nature with the numerous cypresses, pines and other types… read more
Valley of the Butterflies
The valley of Butterflies is stocked with pine and storax trees and loaded with brown-red butterflies (a moth of panaxia quadripunktaria) during the months of June to September. A truly amazing place for those wanting to relax in a superb natural environment featuring narrow rock walkways, lakes decorated… read more
Faliraki Resort
Faliraki is located at the north east part of Rhodes just 4 km from the resort of Kallithea and approximately 14 km from the city of Rhodes. The resort was bustling with activity being the favorite place amongst the young British holidaymakers (18-30s packages) due to the riotous nightlife that used… read more
Kallithea Springs
Kalithea Springs or Kalithea Therme is perhaps one of the most beautiful places in Rhodes with its’ spa known from ancient times (7th century B.C.) to have therapeutic properties. Built on a picturesque anchorage surrounded by stunning gardens and decorated with pebble mosaics, the monument was designed… read more
Acropolis of Lindos
Acropolis of Lindos and the picturesque authentic village of Lindos below the acropolis is an absolute must-see when you visit Rhodes. Located 45 km away from Rhodes town, in a wonderful private golf with fabulous sandy beaches, Lindos is a charming place with cobblestone streets and white houses leaning… read more
Castle of Kritinia
At the south of Rhodes you will meet the amphitheatrically built village of Kritinia with its’ fantastic views of the sea and the dominating Castello, a Venetian Castle built in the 16 th century AD. The imposing medieval structure with its’ ruined church of Saint Paul. sits on a steep rock 131m high… read more
Monolithos Castle
Just outside of the traditional village of Monolithos, located 70 km south west of Rhodes town, you will meet another Venetian style castle. Monolithos castle was built by the Knights of Rhodes in the 1480 AD in order to protect the island from attacks and is placed on a rock 100 m. high; in fact the… read more
Prasonisi
Prasonisi means in Greek the “Green Island” and is located at the very south of the island approximately 92 km from Rhodes town. This place has a particularity since during summer that the water levels are low the island becomes a peninsula attached to Rhodes while in the winter that the water levels… read more
Popular Beaches
Elli Beach
Elli Beach: located within a short walking distance from the municipal of Rhodes this sandy beach is a very popular place amongst the tourists. Beware the beach is usually crowded during the day.
Akti Miaouli Beach
Akti Miaouli Beach: is another organized beach starting from the Aquarium of Rhodes and stretching to several kilometers long. This busy beach is sandy and close by to the city centre of Rhodes.
Makris Tichos Beach
Makris Tichos Beach: is a sandy beach located only 4 km away south of Rhodes town. The beach is organised with plenty of sunbeds and parasols.
Ixia Beach
Ixia Beach: is a sandy and pebbled beach 5 km south west of Rhodes Town. A very popular choice for windsurfers since this part of the island is slightly windy.
Kallithea Beach
Kallithea Beach: is a fabulous beach with crystal clear waters located just 8 km to the south of Rhodes. The blue flag awarded beach of Kallithea is partly pebbled partly sandy with wild rocky spots on the side and has numerous sunbeds and parasols for hire.
Ialissos or Ialyssos Beach
Ialissos or Ialyssos Beach: is located 10km south west of Rhodes town and is fully organized. The waters in this part of the island are crystal clear with the beach being sandy with small pebbles and windy during some parts of the day.
Kremasti Beach
Kremasti Beach: further down from Ialysos lays the beach of Kremasti approximately 12 km south west from the town of Rhodes. This beach is very clean and has many tourist facilities available including a water sports center.
Faliraki Beach
Faliraki Beach: located approximately 13 km south of Rhodes town (next to the beach of Kallithea) is a long sandy beach very popular with the locals and tourists with several sun beds and parasols available. Faliraki beach features many watersports and a bungee jumping facility and is also popular with the surfers at some designated parts.
Afandou Beach
Afandou Beach: located 19 km to the south of Rhodes this mainly sandy beach (some parts of it have pebbles) stretches to several kilometers long and is quite popular with the locals. The beach is organized at some parts with the water being crystal clear due to the minor currents in the area. The island’s golf club, golf of Afandou, is also located here.
Ladiko (Anthony Quinn) Beach
Ladiko (Anthony Quinn) Beach: is located 20 km south of Rhodes and is in essence a small cove near Ladiko beach. The sandy and pebbled beach has been named after the famous actor when he was on the island for the filming of the "Guns of Navarone".
Traganou Beach
Traganou Beach: is a popular pebbled beach 20 km to the south of Rhodes. The waters are very clean and the beach is less crowded than the nearby ones. Local taverns are also available here serving lunch.
Tsampika Beach
Tsampika Beach: is one of the most famous beaches in Rhodes around 25 km to the south of the city. Turquoise waters in combination with golden sand create a magnificent scenery. The water level is pretty shallow and you have to walk a few meters until you can actually swim!
Kolympia Beach
Kolympia Beach: 26 km south east of Rhodes town is another organized sandy and pebbled beach with a few taverns available around the area.
Stegna Beach
Stegna Beach: is located 30 km south of Rhodes in front of the village of Archangelos. A beautiful family oriented beach with sand and pebbles and lovely fish taverns alongside of the coast.
Agathi Beach
Agathi Beach: is located further south at 38 km southeast to Rhodes near the village of Haraki. A very beautiful golden sand beach with emerald waters (avoid the rocky sides) and countless sun beds and umbrellas for hire. There are also 3 taverns on the beach where you can have lunch or buy refreshments. Drive cautiously at the crossroad of Haraki prior reaching Agathi as there have been a few car accidents in the past.
Vlicha Beach
Vlicha Beach: is approximately 47 km south of Rhodes town and just before Lindos and is one of the best sandy beaches in the island.
Lindos Beach
Lindos Beach (Limanaki Agios Pavlos): just after Vlicha Beach and 48 km away from Rhodes rests the fabulous sandy cove of Lindos. As with the rest of the beaches the water is crystal clear and there are many water sports activities available as well as quality restaurants, pubs and bars.
Kalathos Beach
Kalathos Beach: situated 50 km south east of Rhodes Town lays a lovely spot for families, Kalathos beach. The beach is organized with golden sand and crystal clear waters.
Katsouni Beach
Katsouni Beach: is a less popular almost secluded organized beach with shallow yet crystal clear water. It is located 50 km south east of Rhodes.
Pefki Beach
Pefki Beach: is located 53 km southeast of Rhodes town and is a calm beach resort. The beach is organized with some tourist facilities however is rocky in most of its parts.
Gennadi Beach
Gennadi Beach: situated 60 km southeast of Rhodes town the wonderful beach of Gennadi has sand and small pebbles as far as the eye can see. Part of this beach has been commercially organized but there is still plenty of space to enjoy yourself in more privacy.
Prasonisi
Prasonisi: is located in the southernmost spot of Rhodes approximately 92 km away from Rhodes and is one of the most beautiful and secluded beaches. This is also the mecca of windsurfing in Rhodes.
Day Trips
Bus Tours / excursions
Bus Tours / excursions: include the Island’s tour, visiting the picturesque village of Lindos, the magnificent Filerimos, the valley of the butterflies and many other places with English speaking tour guides (German, French, Swedish, Italian, Russian and Dutch speaking guides may also be available… read more
Boat trips
Boat trips: usually departing from the commercial harbour of Rhodes include day trips to Marmaris in Turkey, the Greek island of Symi and Kos and daily boat trips to Lindos. Excursions to other Greek islands such as Kalimnos, Leros, Lipsi and Patmos are also available however an overnight stay will… read more
