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Rhodes

Medieval walls and island beaches

Last reviewed: 3 September 2026

Recommended stay
2–4 days
Best time to visit
April to June and September to October
Airports
RHO
Photo by Robert Kalinagil · Unsplash

Rhodes at a glance

Rhodes Town is a medieval walled harbour on a large Dodecanese island. The Old Town, Palace of the Grand Master, Street of the Knights, Mandraki, Archaeological Museum, Elli Beach, Lindos, Anthony Quinn Bay, Kallithea Springs and the Valley of the Butterflies sit in walkable or day-trip areas, with further trips to Symi, Prasonisi, Seven Springs and Kamiros.

Quick information

Recommended stay2–4 days
Best time to visitApril to June and September to October
AirportsRHO
Budget travelAccommodation and boat days drive costs most strongly. Check prices shortly before your trip instead of relying on a fixed estimate.

Shoulder months suit the walled town without peak heat. Summer is beach weather; stone streets and Lindos need an early start and shade.

Plan your visit

Airport to centre

Licensed taxi

Road journey to the city; time depends on traffic

Metered fareTransport

Must-see sights

Medieval Old Town
Palace of the Grand Master
Street of the Knights
Sights

One-day itinerary

  1. Morning: Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master.
  2. Lunch: pitaroudia (chickpea fritters) from a stall inside the Old Town gates.
  3. Afternoon: Archaeological Museum and Old Town lanes.
  4. Evening: Mandraki Harbour walk and grilled seafood at a harbour-side restaurant.
Itineraries

Best areas to stay

  1. Medieval Old Town

    Old Town

    Atmospheric and walkable, with cobbles, luggage stairs and busier nights.

    Best for

    First visits, walls and evening lanes

  2. Mandraki / New Town

    Mandraki

    Easier luggage access than the lanes, still close to the walls.

    Best for

    Harbour hotels and a short ride to Elli

  3. Elli Beach strip

    Elli Beach

    Useful with children who want a swim without leaving Rhodes Town.

    Best for

    A town-beach stay

  4. Lindos

    Whitewashed lanes and a beach; expect a longer ride to the medieval town.

    Best for

    A village-and-acropolis stay

Approximate budget

  • Budget

    Varies

    per day, per person

    Simple rooms, bakeries, walking and buses; excludes travel to Rhodes.

  • Mid-range

    Varies

    per day, per person

    Comfortable room, tavernas, selected buses or a short rental.

  • Comfort

    Varies

    per day, per person

    Old Town or resort stays, frequent dining, private transfers and reserved boat days.

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