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17 things to do in Rhodes, where to stay, airport transfers. Pick places on the map and get a day-by-day walking route from your hotel with steps, kilometres and minutes.
Top things to do in Rhodes
- Colossus of Rhodes — statue of the Greek Titan Helios; one of the seven wonders of the ancient world (visit ≈ 15 min)
- Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes — medieval fortress and palace of the Knights in the historic center of Rhodes, Greece (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Suleymaniye Mosque, Rhodes — mosque in Greece (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Kahal Shalom Synagogue — synagogue in Rodos Municipality, Greece (visit ≈ 30 min)
- St. Francis of Assisi Cathedral, Rhodes — church building in Rhodes, South Aegean, Greece (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Archaeological Museum of Rhodes — museum in Rhodes (visit ≈ 120 min)
- Aquarium of Rhodes — research centre, aquarium and museum in Rhodes, Greece (visit ≈ 150 min)
- Acropolis of Rhodes — sacred center of the ancient polis of Rhodes (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Mehmet Agha Mosque — mosque in Greece (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Murat Reis Mosque — mosque in Rhodes, Greece (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Ibrahim Pasha Mosque — mosque in Greece (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Mustafa Pasha Mosque — historical mosque in Rhodes, Greece (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Rejep Pasha Mosque — mosque in Greece (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Hagios Spyridon, Rhodes — byzantine church in Rhodes, Greece (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Hamza Bey Mosque — historical mosque in Rhodes, Greece (visit ≈ 30 min)
- Church of the Evangelismos — church building in Rhodes, South Aegean, Greece (visit ≈ 35 min)
- Holy Trinity church, Rhodes — church, former mosque, in Rhode, Greece (visit ≈ 30 min)
2-day Rhodes walking itinerary
Starting point: Old Town. The top 8 places at a normal pace (up to ~10 km of walking a day), in this order. Change places or your hotel on the map and the route is recalculated; distances are estimates with a street allowance.
- Day 1 (≈ 6.7 km · 9,080 steps · 1 h 30 min on the way): Suleymaniye Mosque, Rhodes → Acropolis of Rhodes → Aquarium of Rhodes → Colossus of Rhodes
- Day 2 (≈ 2.6 km · 3,570 steps · 35 min on the way): Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes → Archaeological Museum of Rhodes → Kahal Shalom Synagogue → St. Francis of Assisi Cathedral, Rhodes
Hidden gems and overlooked spots in Rhodes
- Lindos Acropolis — Temple of Athena and a knights' castle on a rock above a whitewashed village, with breathtaking bay views. (visit ≈ 180 min)
- Valley of the Butterflies — Shady stream valley with wooden footbridges where thousands of tiger moths gather in summer. (visit ≈ 90 min)
- Kallithea Springs — Domed Italian-era spa buildings by the sea, with a small beach in a rocky cove. (visit ≈ 60 min)
- Anthony Quinn Bay — Small emerald cove between pine-clad rocks, one of the island's best snorkelling spots. (visit ≈ 120 min)
Where to stay in Rhodes
- Old Town: Boutique hotels inside the walls of the Knights.
- New Town / Mandraki: Near the harbour, beach and bus stops.
- Ixia: Big hotels and windsurfing on the west coast.
Getting from the airport to Rhodes
- Rhodes Diagoras (RHO): KTEL bus ≈ 30 min; taxi ≈ 25 min
Getting around
The old town is for walking; KTEL buses to island villages leave from Rimini Square.
Classic places to eat
- Koukos: Meze and live music in an old courtyard house.
- Nireas: A family-run fish restaurant in the old town.
- Marco Polo Mansion: Dinner in the garden of an Ottoman-era mansion.
Romantic views
- Mandraki Harbour (Evening): The old harbour with its deer statues and windmills.
- Monte Smith (Sunset): Sunset over the sea from the ancient acropolis hill.
- Street of the Knights (Evening): A cobbled medieval street.
Day trips
- Rhodes — 40 km from the centre
- Symi — 39 km from the centre
Good to know before visiting Rhodes
- Fine: Removing stones or artefacts from ancient sites is a serious crime.
- Fine: Photographing military installations, especially in border areas, is prohibited.
- Fine: In Athens you must validate metro and bus tickets; inspectors fine riders without one.
- Fine: Smoking indoors is banned; lighting fires outdoors in summer is fined.
- Warning: Cover shoulders and knees in churches and monasteries; some ask women to wear skirts.
- Warning: Stiletto heels are banned at ancient sites like the Acropolis to protect the stone.
- Emergency: 112 (police 100, ambulance 166, fire 199)
- Plugs: C/F, 230V
- Tap water: Tap water is fine in Athens and Thessaloniki; on islands bottled water is usual.
- Tipping: Tipping isn't required; 5–10% or rounding up is common.
Sources: UK FCDO — Foreign travel advice: Greece, Wikivoyage — Greece, T.C. Dışişleri Bakanlığı — Türk vatandaşlarının tabi olduğu vize uygulamaları · For information only; rules change, check official sources before you go. Last checked: 2026-10
Rhodes travel FAQ
- How many days do you need in Rhodes?
- The top 8 places in the centre take about 2 days at a normal pace on a walking route from your hotel. Add extra days for day trips (Rhodes and Symi).
- What are the top things to do in Rhodes?
- Highlights: Colossus of Rhodes, Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes, Suleymaniye Mosque, Rhodes, Kahal Shalom Synagogue and St. Francis of Assisi Cathedral, Rhodes. The map has 17 things to do in total.
- Where to stay in Rhodes?
- Old Town: Boutique hotels inside the walls of the Knights. Other options: New Town / Mandraki and Ixia.
- How do you get from the airport to Rhodes city centre?
- Rhodes Diagoras (RHO): KTEL bus ≈ 30 min; taxi ≈ 25 min
- How do you get around Rhodes?
- The old town is for walking; KTEL buses to island villages leave from Rimini Square.
- What is the emergency number in Rhodes?
- Emergency: 112 (police 100, ambulance 166, fire 199).
- Do you tip in Rhodes?
- Tipping isn't required; 5–10% or rounding up is common.
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