Rhodes Tours &
Things to Do
Discover the best Rhodes tours, the magnificent medieval Old Town and Palace of the Grand Master, the clifftop Acropolis of Lindos, boat cruises to Symi island and Anthony Quinn Bay, the Valley of the Butterflies, Greek wine and food, and golden beaches. Compare top-rated activities and plan your perfect Rhodes itinerary.
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Explore Rhodes by interest
Whatever brings you to Rhodes — world-class museums, the river, or a long lunch — start with the experiences travellers love most.
Medieval Old Town
The Knights’ city and palace.
ExploreLindos Acropolis
Clifftop village and temple.
ExploreBoat cruises & Symi
Island sails and swim stops.
ExploreBeaches & bays
Tsambika and Anthony Quinn.
ExploreWine & food
Wineries, lunch and villages.
ExploreValley of Butterflies
A lush nature reserve.
ExploreKayaking & sports
Sea adventures and coves.
ExploreDay trips
Symi, Kamiros and more.
ExploreTop attractions in Rhodes
The landmarks that define the city — and the tickets and tours that get you in, often skipping the line.
Medieval Old Town
The UNESCO Knights’ city.
Lindos Acropolis
Clifftop temple and village.
Grand Master’s Palace
The Knights’ castle.
Symi Island
The pastel harbour.
Anthony Quinn Bay
A turquoise cove.
Tsambika Beach
Golden island sands.
Valley of Butterflies
A lush nature reserve.
Rhodian wineries
Wine and food tastings.
Rhodes in 1 day
- 1Medieval Old Town
- 2Grand Master’s Palace
- 3Lindos Acropolis
- 4St Paul’s Bay
Rhodes in 2 days
- 1Day 1: Old Town & Lindos
- 2Day 2: Symi cruise
- 3Island swimming
- 4Taverna evenings
Rhodes in 3 days
- 1Day 1: Old Town & Lindos
- 2Day 2: Symi cruise
- 3Day 3: Wine, butterflies & beaches
- 4Island highlights
1 hr awayLindos
Clifftop village and Acropolis.
1 hr boat awaySymi Island
The pastel harbour.
20 min awayAnthony Quinn Bay
A turquoise cove.
30 min awayValley of Butterflies
A lush nature reserve.
40 min awayTsambika Beach
Golden island sands.
40 min awayWine villages
Rhodian wineries.
Know before you go
Short, straight answers to the questions every Rhodes visitor asks before booking.
The sweet-spot months
Late spring and early autumn (May–Jun, Sep–Oct) bring warm, sunny days ideal for the Old Town, Lindos and the beaches, without the peak-summer heat and crowds.
Spring (Apr–Jun)
Warm and green, perfect for the Old Town, Lindos and walking, with the sea warming up.
Summer (Jul–Aug)
Hot and lively, prime for beaches and cruises; explore the Old Town and Lindos early.
Autumn (Sep–Oct)
Warm sea and pleasant air make autumn excellent for the beaches, sightseeing and cruises.
Winter (Nov–Mar)
Mild and quiet with some rain; great value for the Old Town and history, though many resorts wind down.
Beat the heat
In summer, do Lindos and the Old Town early and save the afternoon for the sea or a cruise.
One day
Enough for the Old Town and Lindos.
Two days
Add a Symi island cruise.
Three days
The sweet spot: the Old Town, Lindos, Symi, and wine or beaches.
Four to five days
Add more beaches, the Valley of the Butterflies and Kamiros.
A week or more
Use Rhodes as a base for the Dodecanese islands.
Travelling with kids
Mix the Old Town, beaches and a boat cruise at a gentle pace.
On foot
Rhodes Old Town is car-free and best explored on foot through its medieval lanes.
Buses
Public buses link Rhodes Town with Lindos, Faliraki and the beaches affordably.
Boats
Boats and fast ferries depart Mandraki harbour for Symi, swim cruises and other islands.
Day-trip transport
Tours bundle transport for Lindos, the Valley of the Butterflies and wine villages with pickup.
Car or scooter hire
A hire car or scooter gives freedom to reach beaches, villages and the west coast.
From the airport
Rhodes Airport is about 20–30 minutes from Rhodes Town by bus or taxi.
Book cruises ahead
Popular Symi island and swim cruises sell out in summer — book ahead, especially on cruise-ship days.
Euro & cards
Greece uses the euro; cards are widely accepted, though carry some cash for villages and tavernas.
Old Town tickets
Buy a combined ticket for the Grand Master’s Palace and museums, and explore the lanes on foot.
Lindos early
Visit Lindos early to climb the Acropolis before the midday heat and crowds; donkey rides are available.
Try Greek cuisine
Enjoy fresh seafood, mezze and Rhodian wines in the Old Town and village tavernas.
Sun protection
Bring sun cream, a hat and water for Lindos, the Old Town and the beaches.
Symi cruises
Popular Symi island boat trips fill up — book ahead.
Lindos tours
Lindos day tours are busy — reserve early.
Swim cruises
All-inclusive catamaran and swim cruises sell out in summer — pre-book.
Wine & food tours
Small-group wine and food tours have limited places — book ahead.
Kayaking
Sea-kayaking adventures fill up in peak season — reserve early.
Summer peak
July and August are very busy — plan and book early.
Lindos tours
Around €30–60 for a Lindos day tour with the Acropolis.
Symi cruises
About €35–60 for a Symi island boat trip.
Swim cruises
Roughly €40–80 for an all-inclusive catamaran or swim cruise.
Old Town tours
About €20–40 for a guided Old Town walking tour.
Wine & food tours
Around €50–90 for a wine-and-food tour with lunch.
How to save
Rhodes is good value; use buses to Lindos and beaches, walk the free Old Town, and share group cruises.
Rhodes through the seasons
What's best, how busy it gets, and one booking tip for each time of year.
- Best for
- Old Town, Lindos and walking.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Warm and green; a top time to visit.
- Best for
- Beaches and island cruises.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Hot and busy; sightsee early.
- Best for
- Warm sea and sightseeing.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- A top time for beaches and cruises.
- Best for
- The Old Town and value.
- Crowds
- Booking tip
- Mild and quiet; some resorts close.