EXPLORE THE CITY
Medieval Town of Rhodes
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In the heart of Rhodes city, in the medieval city, a haunting and mysterious air wafts through the streets, summoned back to life through the centuries. The famous Order of the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem, has left an indelible mark on the island. In 1988, UNESCO declared the architectural complex of the Knights of Rhodes to be World Heritage Site.
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The Palace of the Grand Master
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The Palace of the Knights of Rhodes is a medieval castle in the city of Rhodes, Greece. It is one of the few examples of Gothic architecture in Greece. The site was previously a citadel of the Knights Hospitaller that functioned as a palace, headquarters and fortress.
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Deers Statue
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Standing on slender columns at the entrance of Mandraki Harbor are sculptures depicting Rhodian deers, symbols of the elegant and cosmopolitan island of Rhodes
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Anthony Quinn Beach
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The famous Anthony Quinn Bay is located 20 km south of Rhodes Town between Faliraki and Ladiko Beach. The original name of the beach is Vagies. The area served as the shooting location for the 1961 film The Guns of Navarone, leading to the locals renaming the beach after the lead actor of the movie, Anthony Quinn.​
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Aquarium
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A stroll along the seaside pedestrian walk, in the city of Rhodes, leads to the northernmost edge of the island. This is where the Hydrobiological Station of Rhodes-Aquarium is located. Housed in a building of unique architectural style, the Aquarium is the ideal place for those wishing to get acquainted with the marine wealth of the Aegean and the Eastern Mediterranean sea.
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Agathi Beach
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The small sandy beach of Agathi lies on a picturesque cove, near the beach of Haraki and the Medieval Castle of Feraklos. It is located about 38 km southeast of Rhodes Town and 10 km north of Lindos Village.
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Acropolis of Rhodes City
Positioned on the western edge of the city, on the top of the hill of Ayios Stefanos, the Acropolis of Rhodes and its imposing Temple of Apollo.
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Elli Beach
The most popular beach right in the heart of the city.
Kallithea Springs
Since ancient times, the Springs of Kallithea in Rhodes have been famous for their therapeutic powers. They could treat various diseases and conditions, such as arthritis, obesity, diabetes etc.
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Lindos Village
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Located 45 km south of the capital, the lovely Lindos is one of the most beautiful villages in Rhodes. It stands out for its fabulous location on the slopes of the hill, at the top of which lies the ancient acropolis overlooking the picturesque bay.
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Agios Pavlos (Saint Paul)​
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The little bay of Agios Pavlos (Saint Paul) lies close to the ancient Acropolis of Lindos. The bay owes its name to the lovely white chapel standing on the beach which is dedicated to Saint Paul, who came here in 43 AD and preached Christianity to the Rhodians.
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Tsampika Monastery​
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The Monastery of Panagia Tsambika is located about 25 kilometers south of Rhodes Town, between the villages of Kolymbia and Archangelos. The old monastery is built on top of a hill that offers gorgeous views of the sea and the inland as far as Lindos, while the new monastery, the one which is in operation today, stands near the road that connects Archangelos to Rhodes Town
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Ancient Kamiros​
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The site of Ancient Kameiros is located on the northwest coast of the island, about 32 km from Rhodes Town. In ancient times, Kameiros was one of the most powerful Rhodian cities, and, along with Lindos and Ialyssos, it formed the powerful city-state of Rhodes in 408 BC. Today, its ruins offer an invaluable insight into the layout of Dorian cities and the lives of their inhabitants.
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Butterfly Valley​
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The Valley of Butterflies, a natural reserve unique in its kind, lies in the northwestern part of Rhodes, approximately 27 km from Rhodes Town. As its name indicates, this area is a verdant valley that hosts Panaxia Quadripunctaria (Jersey Tiger) butterflies over the summer months.
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Seven Springs
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The Seven Springs (or Epta Piges in Greek) are a verdant oasis of stunning natural beauty located some 26 kilometers south of Rhodes Town. The area gets its name from seven springs that run down a slope, forming the Loutanis River. Eventually, these springs flow into a small artificial lake created by the Italians in the 1920s to supply the nearby Kolymbia village with water.
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Filerimos Monastery​
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The Monastery of Panagia Filerimos is located on a hill above Ialyssos, about 14 km from Rhodes Town. It is dedicated to the Virgin Mary and its architecture is much different than the usual monasteries in Greece. It was constructed with stone in a Gothic style, on the site of an older Byzantine monastery. The monastery as we see it today was restored during the Italian rule of the island in the 20th century.
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Tsambika Beach​
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The golden beach of Tsambika (Tsampika, Παραλία Τσαμπίκα) is one of the most family friendly beaches in Rhodes island. Tsambika beach became very popular place in recent years due to its soft golden sand, shallow seabed and water sports activity, which are especially suitable for children also. The access of Tsambika beach is quite easy, so if you are looking for great beach for children, which offer a lot of services and sandy seabed, just visit this large bay during your holiday in Rhodes, and enjoy a lot of services.
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Prasonisi Beach​
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The long and large sandy beach of Prasonisi lies 85 km south of Rhodes Town and 40 km southwest of Lindos Village.
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