Tourist Attractions in Rhodes

Medieval City of Rhodes — Historic site, rated 4.8/5

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Medieval City of Rhodes

4.8 ★★★★★ 26,372 reviews

Medieval City of Rhodes, the well-preserved walled old town of Rhodes Town, is a living museum built by the Knights Hospitaller after 1309. A UNESCO-listed highlight, it rings with medieval arcades, narrow lanes, and grand fortifications surrounding a maze of shops, cafes, and churches. Visitors can explore the Palace of the Grand Master, the Street of the Knights, and the ancient harbor walls, then stroll along cobblestones that reveal centuries of crusader, Ottoman, and Venetian layers. Expect atmospheric towers, panoramic city views, and easy day-tripping from nearby beaches.

Pl. Mouson 6, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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Lindos Acropolis — Historic site, rated 4.6/5

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Lindos Acropolis

4.6 ★★★★★ 38,886 reviews

Rising above the whitewashed houses of Lindos on Rhodes, the Lindos Acropolis is a windswept ancient citadel that crowns a cliff with superb Aegean views. Access involves a steep climb along marble steps past crumbling walls, sacred wells, and the famous Temple of Athena Lindia, once a powerful religious center. Visitors wander through well-preserved Doric columns, carved friezes, and a small chapel, then pause to admire the panorama of turquoise bays and the Acropolis’s wind-swept terraces. It’s a highlight for history lovers and photographers alike.

33RP+P7 Acropolis of Lindos, Lindos 851 07, Greece

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Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes — Historic site, rated 4.6/5

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Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes

4.6 ★★★★★ 27,137 reviews

The Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes is a mighty medieval fortress and ceremonial residence dating to the 14th century, facing Rhodes Town’s harbor. A cornerstone of the island’s history, it blends Gothic interiors with imposing towers, grand halls, and a sunlit courtyard. Visitors explore austere armory rooms, royal chambers, and a small museum with priceless relics of the Knights’ era, then climb battlements for sweeping Aegean views. Expect atmospheric tours, informative displays, and a tangible sense of chivalric intrigue perched above the sunlit medieval city.

Ippoton, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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Rhodes

4.7 ★★★★★ 7,519 reviews

Rhodes is a sun-kissed Greek island in the Dodecanese renowned for its perfectly preserved medieval old town and sunlit beaches. Wander the cobbled lanes of Rhodes Town, a UNESCO-listed fortress where the Palace of the Grand Master looms over stone archways and bustling cafés. Outside the walls, the Acropolis of Lindos crowns a whitewashed village with sweeping Aegean views, while the Valley of the Butterflies offers a shaded, magical hike in summer. Expect ancient ruins, vibrant markets, delicious Rhodian wines, and crystal-clear water ideal for sailing and snorkeling.

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Sea Gate

4.7 ★★★★★ 6,188 reviews

Sea Gate is a historic entry into Rhodes Town’s medieval harbor area, perched where the ancient fortifications meet the Aegean Sea. Dating to the Knights Hospitaller era, it is one of the stone gateways that once controlled access to the bustling harbor and its routes to the Crusader stronghold. Today it invites visitors to stroll through its sturdy arches, feel the sea breeze, and imagine centuries of naval traffic and maritime life. Travelers can expect atmospheric views, photo opportunities with historic walls, and easy access to nearby cafés and old-town lanes.

Rodiou 1-31, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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Kallithea Springs

4.5 ★★★★★ 17,167 reviews

On the island of Rhodes, Kallithea Springs sits at a sun-dappled cove where thermal mineral waters have attracted visitors since ancient times. The complex, restored with Italianate flair and ornamental mosaics, invites you to wander terraced pools, marble fountains, and shaded arcades amid palm-fringed gardens. Visitors bath in mineral-rich waters, learn about the site’s spa heritage, or simply soak up the sea views from the salt-blue bay. It’s a compact mix of history, architecture, and scenery, with easy access from Rhodes Town and café stops nearby.

Leof. Kallitheas 80, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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Archaeological Museum of Rhodes

4.6 ★★★★★ 6,392 reviews

The Archaeological Museum of Rhodes is a treasure-house of the island’s layered history, housed in the medieval Hospital of the Knights in Rhodes Town. It preserves artifacts spanning prehistoric to late antique periods, with standout sculpture, Roman busts, inscriptions, pottery, and everyday objects that illuminate life on Rhodes and the surrounding Dodecanese. Housed in a stunning Gothic-Crusader building, the museum combines well-curated displays with informative plaques and periods-in-context sections. Visitors should expect a concise, engaging journey through ancient Rhodes, guided by a quiet, atmospheric space and well-lit, accessible galleries.

Akti Sachtouri 8, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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Hippocrates Square

4.6 ★★★★★ 5,934 reviews

Hippocrates Square is a lively centerpiece in Rhodes Town named for the ancient physician whose ideas shaped Western medicine. The square blends history and everyday life, surrounded by neoclassical buildings, cafes, and shops, with easy access to the medieval walls and the Old Town’s winding lanes. Visitors can stroll to admire a small statue of Hippocrates and enjoy a coffee or a meal while watching locals go about their day. It’s a great starting point for exploring Rhodes’s history, then venturing to nearby sites and waterfront promenades.

Ippokratous, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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Street of the Knights of Rhodes — Landmark, rated 4.8/5

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Street of the Knights of Rhodes

4.8 ★★★★★ 2,958 reviews

The Street of the Knights of Rhodes is the medieval heart of Rhodes Town, a grand, arcaded thoroughfare in the Knight’s Quarter once hosting the order’s lodgings. Lined with imposing inns bearing noble coats of arms, it offers a tangible link to the island’s crusader era as you stroll past carved arches, marble paving, and weathered stone façades. Visitors come to absorb the atmosphere, photo the dramatic façades, and imagine life here before the Palace of the Grand Master. Today it blends history, monuments, and lively shops and cafés in a single memorable walk.

Ippoton 1-9, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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Archaeological Site of Kamiros — Historic site, rated 4.6/5

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Archaeological Site of Kamiros

4.6 ★★★★★ 4,834 reviews

The Archaeological Site of Kamiros on Rhodes is the largely preserved ruins of one of ancient Ialysos’ three great cities. Wander among the fallen stoas, public baths, agora, cisterns, and the remains of a temple to Athena, then climb for sweeping views over the Aegean from the hilltop acropolis. The site offers a tangible glimpse into urban life in the Hellenistic period, with well‑laid street plans and surviving architecture that evoke daily routines, trade, and religion. It’s ideal for atmospheric strolls, photography, and a quiet, scenic encounter with Rhodes’ ancient heritage.

Kameiros 851 06, Greece

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WaterPark

4.5 ★★★★★ 6,973 reviews

WaterPark Rhodes is a sprawling family-friendly theme park in Faliraki, just north of Rhodes Town, packed with adrenaline slides, a lazy river, a twisting tube rides, and a buoyant wave pool. The park blends high-octane thrills with gentle options, making it suitable for all ages, while shaded courtyards, plentiful restaurants, and convenient facilities keep days relaxing as well as exciting. Expect crisp safety standards, multilingual staff, and well-marked queues that minimize waiting. A sun-soaked escape, it offers a convenient, one-stop splash of summer fun within easy reach of the island’s beaches and sights.

Athanaton, Ρόδος 851 05, Greece

Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM Closed now

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Colossus of Rhodes — Historic site, rated 4.5/5

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Colossus of Rhodes

4.5 ★★★★★ 5,352 reviews

The Colossus of Rhodes was a colossal bronze statue erected around 280 BCE to celebrate Rhodes' naval prowess. Though the statue itself no longer stands — it toppled after an earthquake in 226 BCE — its legend still anchors one of the ancient world's great feats. Visitors today explore Rhodes Old Town and nearby Mandraki Harbor, imagining the awe that once greeted ships as they entered the harbor. The story, ruins, and panoramic views make the site a compelling must-see for history buffs and travelers.

Pl. Neoriou, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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Butterflies Valley

4.2 ★★★★★ 21,950 reviews

Butterflies Valley, or Petaloudes, is a shaded valley on Rhodes where a tranquil forested gorge shelters a festival of fluttering wings each summer. Wander along easy wooden paths beside a bubbling stream as hundreds of thousands of butterflies—historic residents of the canyon—rest on trees and overhead boughs, turning the foliage into a living, amber canopy. It’s a photographer’s dream and a serene escape from the driving heat, offering cool shade, gentle trails, and a chance to learn about butterfly life cycles and conservation in a delicate natural setting.

Epano Kalamonas 851 06, Greece

Opening hours · Today: 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM Closed now

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Saint Athanasios Gate — Historic site, rated 4.7/5

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Saint Athanasios Gate

4.7 ★★★★★ 2,173 reviews

Saint Athanasios Gate is one of the main entry points into Rhodes Town’s medieval walls, a relic from the Knights Hospitaller era built in the 14th–15th centuries and named after Saint Athanasius. The gate fuses sturdy stone arches with narrow passageways, offering a tangible link to Rhodes’s fortified past. Visitors can stroll through its arch into the maze of narrow, ivy-clad lanes, walk along the surrounding ramparts for exceptional sea and town views, and pause at nearby cafes. It’s a compact, atmospheric step back in time perfect for history lovers and photography buffs alike.

Dimokratias 29, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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Filerimos Monastery — Religious site, rated 4.5/5

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Filerimos Monastery

4.5 ★★★★★ 3,420 reviews

Perched atop Filerimos hill above Ialyssos on Rhodes, Filerimos Monastery is a compact medieval religious complex that combines history, sculpture and sweeping views. Founded by the Knights Hospitaller in the 14th century on a site long revered by pilgrims, it centers on a Byzantine-style church and a restored monastery set amid colonnaded walkways and an evocative Way of the Cross. Visitors stroll among olive trees and cypress, explore atmospheric ruins and a windmill, and are rewarded with panoramic views of Rhodes’s northwest coastline. A peaceful, reflective stop with small museum features.

Φερενίκης 14, Ialisos 851 01, Greece

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Acropolis of Rhodes — Historic site, rated 4.2/5

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Acropolis of Rhodes

4.2 ★★★★★ 7,650 reviews

Perched on Monte Smith above Rhodes Town, the Acropolis of Rhodes is an ancient hilltop complex revealing the island’s classical, Hellenistic, and Roman past. Wander among ruins that include the Temple of Athena Lindia, a Roman odeon, and the remains of a grand stoa and walls, all set against sweeping views of the Aegean and the city below. It’s a compact outdoor museum that rewards curious explorers with crisp stone patinas, sunny terraces, and photo-worthy panoramas, while offering a tangible sense of Rhodes’ storied maritime civilization.

Diagoridon 68, Rodos 851 00, Greece

Opening hours · Today: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Closed now

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Windmills of Rhodes — Historic site, rated 4.6/5

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Windmills of Rhodes

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,680 reviews

The Windmills of Rhodes are a historic row of medieval grain mills perched on a hill above Rhodes Town, dating from the Knights Hospitaller era in the 14th–15th centuries. Built to harness coastal winds, these whitewashed giants once powered local mills and lime kilns, and today they stand as iconic silhouettes along the approach to the harbor. Visitors can stroll the scenic path, photograph the honey-toned stone and sail-smoked rooftops, and imagine medieval life, while enjoying sweeping views of the medieval city walls and the Aegean beyond.

Rhodes 851 00, Greece

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Ancient Stadium of Rhodes — Historic site, rated 4.6/5

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Ancient Stadium of Rhodes

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,588 reviews

The Ancient Stadium of Rhodes is a remarkably well-preserved Hellenistic-era arena set just outside the medieval walls of Rhodes Town. Built to host athletic competitions and public celebrations, it could seat thousands of spectators and once rang with the cheers of runners, gymnasts, and processions. Today you can wander along the stone tiers, step onto the oval track, and imagine the drama of ancient life under the sun. It's a window into Rhodes’ classical past, offering history, archaeology, and striking coastal views in a compact, walkable site.

Diagoridon 68, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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St Stephen's Hill (Monte Smith) — Viewpoint, rated 4.7/5

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St Stephen's Hill (Monte Smith)

4.7 ★★★★★ 1,137 reviews

St Stephen's Hill, also known as Monte Smith, is Rhodes' premier viewpoint perched above Rhodes Town. The grassy slopes cradle ancient ruins from the Acropolis of Rhodes and the Temple of Apollo, while the panorama sweeps from the Medieval Old Town to the cobalt Aegean beyond. Visitors stroll shaded paths, admire standing columns, and catch sweeping sunsets over turquoise roofs. Expect gentle climbs, informative signs, and a rewarding overlook of hills, harbor, and coast, with cafés nearby and peace after the day's crowds.

Isiodou, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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Throne of Helios: The History of Rhodes 9D Experience — Historic site, rated 4.5/5

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Throne of Helios: The History of Rhodes 9D Experience

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,485 reviews

Throne of Helios: The History of Rhodes 9D Experience is a immersive, cinematic tribute housed in a historic Rhodes venue, blending archaeology with cutting-edge theater. Visitors step into a multi-sensory journey that recreates Rhodes’s ancient battles, sea routes, and legendary figures through holograms, motion-enabled seats, wind, scent, and tactile effects. It’s worth visiting for an accessible deep dive into Rhodes’s past without leaving the present, especially for families and history buffs. Expect a brisk, informative narrative, striking visual reconstructions, and a memorable finale that brings the island’s storied sunlit eras to life.

Εθνάρχου Μακαρίου 8, 25is Martiou 2, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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Aquarium of Rhodes - Hydrobiological Station HCMR — Aquarium, rated 3.9/5

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Aquarium of Rhodes - Hydrobiological Station HCMR

3.9 ★★★★★ 5,337 reviews

The Aquarium of Rhodes, housed at the Hydrobiological Station of the Hellenic Centre for Marine Research, offers a compact yet immersive window into the Aegean and surrounding seas. Visitors explore well-curated tanks filled with native fish, rays, octopuses, and colorful invertebrates, plus themed exhibits on coral reefs and sustainable fishing. Transparent tunnels, touch pools, and educational panels reveal how temperature, salinity, and currents shape marine life. It’s a family-friendly stop within Rhodes’ coastal landscape, blending science, conservation and approachable, memorable encounters with Mediterranean biodiversity.

Enydreiou Sq, Ρόδος 851 31, Greece

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Jewish Martyrs Square — Monument, rated 4.3/5

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Jewish Martyrs Square

4.3 ★★★★★ 733 reviews

Jewish Martyrs Square in Rhodes is a solemn memorial plaza devoted to the Jews of the Dodecanese who perished in the Holocaust. Nestled in Rhodes Town near the medieval walls, the site centers on a sculptural monument and evocative inscriptions that recall a once-thriving community erased in World War II. Visitors encounter a quiet, contemplative space between stone benches and reflecting pools, ideal for reflection after a stroll through the old port. The square provides historical context, educates about resilience, and invites travelers to honor memory while exploring Rhodes’ rich, layered heritage.

Pl. Evreon Martiron, Rodos 851 00, Greece

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