Things to Do in Rodos

Cobbled pedestrian lane flanked by restored inns of the medieval knightly orders. Each building originally housed a different langue (national contingent). Free to walk anytime.

🕐 Open 24 hours

💡 Come at dawn or dusk for photos without crowds. The lanterns look magical after sunset, and the architecture is best seen without souvenir stalls in the way.

Cobbled lane lined with medieval inns representing different Knights' nations. Free to walk any time.

🕐 Open 24 hours

💡 Go early morning before 09:00 for photos without crowds. The nearby Jewish Quarter has fewer tourists.

A perfectly preserved cobblestone street lined with medieval inns of the Knights of St John. Free to stroll. Ranks among the best-preserved medieval streets in Europe.

🕐 Open 24 hours, but gates to the old town are locked roughly 11pm to 6am

💡 Walk it at dusk when the street lamps glow and most tourists have left. Look for the carved coats of arms above each inn doorway.

Hilltop site with remains of the ancient city's acropolis, including a stadium and temple of Apollo. Open public space.

🕐 Always accessible

💡 Climb at sunset for clear views over the bay and modern city. No ticket needed.

Open-air archaeological site on a hill with remains of a Temple of Apollo, Hellenistic stadium, and ancient theatre. Panoramic views of the coastline and harbour. Free entry to the grounds and most ruins.

🕐 Grounds open 24 hours; the small museum on site is closed indefinitely (2025)

💡 Best at golden hour for photography and cool breeze. The stadium is often overlooked – walk down the steps to see the carved starting blocks. No shade on the summit, so take sun protection.

Massive medieval fortress in the Old Town, built by the Knights Hospitaller. Stone courtyards, mosaics, and halls with reconstructed period furniture. Entry costs about €6 for low-season reduced rate (usually €8 standard).

🕐 Mon-Sun 08:00-20:00 (summer), 08:00-15:00 (winter)

💡 Go after 3pm in summer to avoid cruise ship crowds. The audio guide (€3 extra) is worth it for context on the siege history.

Massive medieval fortress within the Old Town, housing museum exhibits on ancient Rhodes and the Knights.

🕐 08:00-20:00 daily (summer); shortened hours in winter

💡 Entry costs about €6 (reduced to €3 for EU under-25s). Go early morning to dodge cruise ship crowds.

A massive medieval fortress and castle, rebuilt by the Knights of St John. The main courtyard and outer walls are free to view; the interior museum costs €8 (low cost).

🕐 Tuesday to Sunday 8:00–20:00 in summer, Monday closed

💡 Visit late afternoon to avoid crowds and catch the golden light on the stone walls. The free outer courtyard has excellent photo ops without queueing.

Ancient harbour with two bronze deer statues marking where the Colossus of Rhodes once stood. Windmills and small fort at the end.

🕐 Open 24 hours

💡 Sunset from the pier is excellent. Bring water shoes if you want to wade. The fish market nearby is lively at 08:00.

Historic harbour with three windmills on the mole, deer statues, and views of the old town walls. Free to walk the entire length of the pier.

🕐 24/7

💡 Best light for photos is just before sunset. Grab a cheap souvlaki from a harbour-side kiosk and sit on the rocks near the windmills.

Walk along the outer circuit of the medieval walls—free and scenic, with views of the moat and harbour.

🕐 Daylight hours

💡 Start at the Liberty Gate end; the path is mostly flat and takes about 40 minutes. Good for early morning.

Ancient acropolis site with Temple of Apollo, a stadium, and a theatre. Free to wander the ruins and enjoy panoramic views over the city and sea.

🕐 24/7

💡 Sunset from the top is spectacular. Take a packed dinner – there are no shops. Bus #5 from the centre costs €1.20.

Ancient landscaped park with peacocks, turtles, and a small stream. Rhodes' oldest public garden, shaded and quiet.

🕐 08:00–20:00 daily

💡 Bring bread for the peacocks – they'll follow you. It's a 20-minute walk from the centre or a cheap bus ride (€1.20).

Acropolis of Rhodes with Temple of Apollo ruins, an ancient stadium, and a theatre. Sweeping views over the city and sea.

🕐 Grounds open 24 hours; ruins: 08:30-15:30 daily

💡 Walk up via the pine-shaded paths rather than the road. Best at golden hour for photos. Free entrance to the grounds; small fee for the enclosed ruins.

A peaceful shaded park with peacocks, ducks, and Roman ruins. Free to enter. Ideal for a picnic or a quiet escape from the old town crowds.

🕐 Open 24 hours, best visited morning to avoid midday heat

💡 Bring bread for the peacocks – they'll eat from your hand. The ruins of a Roman stadium are tucked away near the back fence.

Shaded riverside park with peacocks, ducks, and ancient tombs. A quiet spot for a picnic away from the tourist bustle.

🕐 08:00-20:00 daily

💡 Take bus #5 from town (€1.20). Bring water and snacks—the café is limited.

Ancient landscaped park with shaded paths, streams, small bridges, and free-roaming peacocks. Believed to be the site of the original school of rhetoric. Quiet escape from the city bustle.

🕐 Sunrise to sunset (gate usually locked by 21:00 in summer)

💡 Bring water and snacks – no vendors inside. The upper paths are less crowded and offer views of the valley. Enter from the Rodini Square side.

Housed in the former Hospital of the Knights, this museum costs €6 (low cost). It displays ancient statues, mosaics, and a famous marble lion head.

🕐 Tuesday to Sunday 8:00–15:30, Monday closed

💡 Pay attention to the second-floor mosaic floors from ancient Kamiros – they're on the floor, and many visitors walk right over them. The courtyard cafe has cheap coffee.

Housed in the former Hospital of the Knights, this museum holds Classical sculptures, ancient pottery, and the famous marble statue of Aphrodite of Rhodes. Admission is €6 standard, but reduced to €4 for students/over-65s.

🕐 Mon-Sun 08:00-20:00 (summer), 08:30-15:00 (winter)

💡 The garden courtyard has a shaded café with reasonable prices – good for a quiet break. Student ID works even for non-EU visitors.

Small museum in the former Hospital of the Knights. Entry €6, but free on the first Sunday of the month. Displays ancient statues, mosaics, and pottery.

🕐 08:00–20:00 daily (summer), 08:00–15:00 Tue–Sun (winter)

💡 Worth it for the marble Lion of Rhodes alone. The audio guide is free and takes 45 minutes – enough time to see everything.