The Greek island of Rhodes is home to beautiful beaches, lively nightlife and interesting ancient sites. The clear waters of the Aegean Sea provide good opportunities for water sports such as sailing and diving. Outdoor sports, museums and city attractions are also well available on Rhodes, one of the most popular holiday islands in Greece.
Historical sites & beaches. The Acropolis of Lindos, Acropolis of Rhodes and the Temple of Apollo are the major attractions in Rhodes. There are also many ancient old cities, palaces and museums in the island. Sightseeing tours in Rhodes are a perfect way to explore the major attractions on the island, while the many beaches of Rhodes provide facilities for water sports such as jet-skiing, surfing, sailing, snorkeling or diving in Rhodes. There are many beach resorts in the beautiful coastline of Rhodos: Pefkos is a small tourist resort close to Lindos, and Ixia is a resort near Rhodes city.
Rural & cultural attractions. Rhodes has a diverse nature with beautiful coastline and lush, green inland forests of pine and cypress, mountains ideal for trekking and biking and cultivated land with fruit, grapes, olives and more. Visit also small picturesque authentic fishing villages where you can experience the authentic Greek way of life. Music lovers will be delighted in the many concerts in Rhodes. You can also play golf in Rhodes year round.
Medieval old town, small fishing villages and beautiful beaches in Rhodes
Situated in eastern Aegean Sea in Greece, Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese Islands. Apart from the vivid nightlife in Rhodes and the fine beaches ideal for sunbathing and watersports, there are many activities and attractions in Rhodes. Rhodes city is the capital and the biggest town on the island, located at the north of Rhodes. Once the location of the famous Colossus of Rhodes, the city has a well-preserved medieval old town which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city provides good opportunities for nightlife and shopping in Rhodes. There are many historical sites, ancient old cities, palaces and museums to explore in Rhodes.Historical sites & beaches. The Acropolis of Lindos, Acropolis of Rhodes and the Temple of Apollo are the major attractions in Rhodes. There are also many ancient old cities, palaces and museums in the island. Sightseeing tours in Rhodes are a perfect way to explore the major attractions on the island, while the many beaches of Rhodes provide facilities for water sports such as jet-skiing, surfing, sailing, snorkeling or diving in Rhodes. There are many beach resorts in the beautiful coastline of Rhodos: Pefkos is a small tourist resort close to Lindos, and Ixia is a resort near Rhodes city.
Rural & cultural attractions. Rhodes has a diverse nature with beautiful coastline and lush, green inland forests of pine and cypress, mountains ideal for trekking and biking and cultivated land with fruit, grapes, olives and more. Visit also small picturesque authentic fishing villages where you can experience the authentic Greek way of life. Music lovers will be delighted in the many concerts in Rhodes. You can also play golf in Rhodes year round.
Practical information for your stay in Rhodes
Rhodes has one of the best sunshine records in Greece, which makes it an ideal destination for sunbathing and water sport activities. The climate in Rhodes is Mediterranean with dry, hot summers and mild, wet winters.
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The high season for tourism in Rhodes is the summer, but spring and autumn are also good times to visit Rhodes, as the weather is warm and pleasant and the sites are less crowded.
Hotels & services. There is a wide selection ofhotels in Rhodes, including cheap hostels, holiday apartments or beach resort hotels. In the luxurious spa in Rhodes you can relax and pamper yourself on your holiday. The city of Rhodes has also a lively nightlife with bars and nightclubs. The restaurants in Rhodes offer both local Greek specialties as well as international delicacies.
Flights to Rhodes arrive in the Diagoras International Airport situated 14 kilometers of the Rhodes City. There are also frequent ferries to Rhodes from other Greek islands and Turkey. Many Mediterranean cruises also visit Rhodes.
Local transport. There is a good network of bus services between major cities in Rhodes. Car rental in Rhodes is easy and a comfortable way of exploring the beautiful island. There is a good network of roads from the capital to east and west coasts, though traffic jams are usual in summer and the roads can be narrow and in poor condition especially on the southern coast.
Safety. Rhodes is a safe destination where violent crime is rare. However, keep an eye on your belongings and be aware of pickpockets.
hint See also these nearby destinations: Marmaris, Kos, Bodrum, Fethiye
