Travel Guide · Rhodes, Greece

Top 10 Things to See in Rhodes

A hand-picked shortlist of the island's most unforgettable sights — from medieval streets and ancient acropoleis to turquoise bays and cliffside castles.

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01 — Rhodes Town

Rhodes Old Town

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Cobblestone alley inside Rhodes Old Town

The most vibrant medieval city in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk its cobblestone alleys, fortified gates and hidden squares to feel the layered history of Knights, Ottomans and Byzantines around every corner.

02 — Rhodes Town

Palace of the Grand Master

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Palace of the Grand Master in Rhodes

An imposing medieval castle at the heart of the Old Town. Built by the Knights Hospitaller, its grand halls, mosaic floors and watch-towers offer one of the most atmospheric historical visits on the island.

03 — Rhodes Town

Street of the Knights (Odos Ippoton)

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Street of the Knights, Rhodes Old Town

One of the best-preserved medieval streets in Europe, lined with the historic 'inns' where the various languages of the Knights Hospitaller resided. A quiet, postcard-perfect walk back in time.

04 — Lindos

Acropolis of Lindos

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Acropolis of Lindos above the Aegean Sea

Built on a dramatic cliff above the Aegean, this ancient sanctuary dedicated to Athena Lindia blends Greek temples, medieval fortifications and breathtaking sea views — one of the most iconic photos you'll take in Greece.

05 — Lindos

St. Paul's Bay

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St. Paul's Bay heart-shaped cove in Lindos

A picturesque, almost enclosed heart-shaped bay right below the Acropolis of Lindos. Crystal-clear water, calm shallows and a tiny white chapel make it one of the most photographed coves on the island.

06 — Archaggelos

Tsambika Beach

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Tsambika Beach in Rhodes

A broad stretch of golden sand with shallow turquoise waters, perfect for families and water sports. Pair it with a short hike up to Tsambika Monastery for one of the best panoramic views in Rhodes.

07 — Kamiros

Ancient Kamiros

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Ruins of Ancient Kamiros, Rhodes

Often called the 'Pompeii of Greece', these extensive hillside ruins reveal the daily life and urban layout of a powerful 6th-century BC city-state, with sweeping views over the western coast.

08 — Petaloudes

Butterfly Valley

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Butterfly Valley walking trail in Rhodes

A lush green canyon with wooden bridges, streams and shaded paths. In summer, thousands of Panaxia quadripunctaria butterflies gather here, creating a rare and almost surreal natural spectacle.

09 — Archaggelos

Seven Springs

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Seven Springs hidden lake in Rhodes

A cool, shaded oasis where seven natural springs feed a small forest stream. Walk through the narrow water tunnel to emerge at a hidden lake — one of the most refreshing escapes on a hot Rhodes day.

10 — Embonas

Monolithos Castle

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Monolithos Castle on a cliff in Rhodes

A 15th-century fortress perched dramatically on a massive cliff in western Rhodes. The short pine-tree climb leads to panoramic Aegean views and one of the most magical sunset spots on the island.

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