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Rhodes

Medieval walls and knights' history in Rhodes Town, a cliff-top acropolis at Lindos, and beaches on both coasts of the island.

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Rhodes is the largest island of the Dodecanese, in the southeastern Aegean, a short distance off the coast of Turkey. Its Old Town sits inside medieval walls and was largely shaped by the Knights of St. John, who held the island from 1309 to 1522. Visitors walk its stone lanes and see the Palace of the Grand Masters. Further down the east coast, Lindos climbs toward an acropolis above whitewashed houses and a bay.

Most travelers base themselves in Rhodes Town, in Lindos or in a resort area on the east coast. A car makes the west coast beaches and inland villages far easier to reach than buses. Four days covers the Old Town, Lindos and the west coast at an easy pace. Spring and autumn suit walking the Old Town; July and August are hot and busy. Rhodes works for a first Greek island holiday, a beach week or a trip built around history.

Rhodes in five

Choose your base before you book the flightThe airport sits on the west side, Rhodes Town in the north and the best-known beaches along the east coast. A hotel in the wrong zone adds an hour of road each way.Where to stay in Rhodes
Rent a car for Lindos and the southBuses link Rhodes Town with Lindos and the east coast, but not the quiet bays or hill villages. Book a car in advance for July and August, and check the pick-up airport.Compare car hire
See Lindos at the start or end of the dayTour buses reach the acropolis village by late morning and the lanes fill up fast. Climb early or after the groups leave, and wear shoes with grip on the polished stone.Rhodes itinerary
Plan Symi as a boat day, not an island stopDay boats leave Rhodes harbor for Symi in season, and the crossing time depends on the boat type. Check the last return sailing before you plan a long lunch.
Flying in from outside the EU? Expect EESOn a direct charter or connection into Rhodes, non-EU visitors give fingerprints and a photo at the border. Allow extra time on a short connection.EES explained

Neighborhoods

Where to stay in Rhodes, the full guide

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Lindos

Best for: Couples, photographers, short stays
To airport: Airport about 1 hr by car or taxi
Price band: $$–$$$

Acropolis steps from the village
Tight lanes; check how far the hotel is from parking
Few options on a budget; book early

Skip if you need big pools, many restaurants or a flat walk.

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Things to do in Rhodes

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Beach · RhodesPallas BeachArrive early if you need parking; spaces can be difficult to find later.

Mosque · RhodesSuleymaniye Mosque

Historic site · RhodesTemple of AphroditeThe ruins are small, so allow time to look closely at the stones and read the informational boards.

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Need to know

Airport: Rhodes Diagoras (RHO), about 15 km from Rhodes Town
Getting there: Flights from Athens and Europe; ferries from Piraeus take most of a day
Getting around: Rental car for the island; local buses along the east coast
Best base: Rhodes Town for the Old Town; Lindos or the east coast for beaches
Time needed: 4–5 days for the island; 2 days for Rhodes Town and Lindos

Weather by month

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JanuaryRain14 rainy daysHigh14°Low10°Mild, wet
FebruaryPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh15°Low10°Mild, wet
MarchClear8 rainy daysHigh16°Low12°Spring flowers
AprilClear5 rainy daysHigh20°Low14°Easter, quiet
MayClear6 rainy daysHigh24°Low18°Warm, open
JuneClear2 rainy daysHigh28°Low22°Warm sea
JulyClear1 rainy dayHigh32°Low25°Hot, peak
AugustClear1 rainy dayHigh31°Low25°Hot, busiest
SeptemberClear2 rainy daysHigh29°Low23°Warm sea, calm
OctoberClear5 rainy daysHigh24°Low19°Mild, fewer boats
NovemberClear9 rainy daysHigh20°Low16°Showers, quiet
DecemberPartly cloudy12 rainy daysHigh16°Low12°Mild, wet

Average daily high and low in Rhodes Town, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.

Right now in Rhodes

Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.

Feels like: 17°
Humidity: 90%
Wind: 8 km/h
Chance of rain: 100%

Rhodes

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Today18°16°100%Monday: Thunderstorms. High 18°, Low 16°. Chance of rain 100%.
Tue21°15°60%Tuesday: Rain. High 21°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 60%.
Wed21°14°18%Wednesday: Fog. High 21°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 18%.
Thu20°15°0%Thursday: Clear. High 20°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 0%.
Fri17°14°0%Friday: Clear. High 17°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 0%.
Sat17°11°0%Saturday: Clear. High 17°, Low 11°. Chance of rain 0%.
Sun19°10°0%Sunday: Clear. High 19°, Low 10°. Chance of rain 0%.

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Day trips by train

Before you go to Rhodes

Rental car for RhodesLindos, Prasonisi and the west coastCompare car hire

Symi and Lindos boat tripsDay cruises from Rhodes harborCompare day trips

eSIM for RhodesMaps and ferry tickets on the roadRead the guide

Insurance for a Rhodes tripHeat, scooter falls and flight delaysRead the guide

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Rules for Rhodes, checked

Greece is in the Schengen Area. Check entry requirements on the Greek Ministry of Foreign Affairs site (mfa.gr) before you fly.Source
Non-EU visitors may be fingerprinted and have their photo taken at the border under the EU Entry/Exit System. Check the European Commission's current EES guidance before you travel.
Carry your passport or another valid ID at all times. Greek police can ask for it, including in the Old Town.
Dial 112 for police, ambulance or fire in an emergency. It works across Greece and the rest of the EU.

All Rhodes guides

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Head to headRhodes or Crete: which Greek island for a first trip?Checked Oct 2, 2026

ItineraryRhodes in 4 days: Old Town, Lindos, the west coast and SymiChecked Oct 1, 2026

Where to stayWhere to stay in Rhodes: five bases from the Old Town to LindosChecked Oct 1, 2026

Plan around Rhodes

Rhodes Town

The Knights' walled town and the Mandraki harbor

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Acropolis village on a cliff above a sheltered bay

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Rhodes FAQ

How many days do you need in Rhodes?

Four days is enough for the Old Town, Lindos and a coastal drive, with one beach day. A week suits a beach holiday with side trips to Symi and the south. Two days only covers Rhodes Town and Lindos.

Is Rhodes Town or Lindos better to stay in?

Rhodes Town gives more restaurants, buses and sights; Lindos is smaller, prettier and pricier, with fewer evenings out. Many people split: three nights in town, two in Lindos or on the east coast.

Do you need a car in Rhodes?

Not if you stay in Rhodes Town or Faliraki and use buses and tours. You need one for the quiet bays, hill villages and the south tip. Book ahead for peak summer.

Which side of Rhodes is best for beaches?

The east coast is calmer, with sandy bays such as Tsambika and Lindos. The west is windier, with rougher water that suits kitesurfing and sunsets. Check the wind forecast before choosing a beach.

Can you visit Symi from Rhodes in a day?

Yes, by day boat in season, which leaves time for the harbor and one beach. It makes a tight day, so stay a night on Symi if you want to see it after the day boats leave.