Travel guide · Greece
Rhodes: what to see and when to go
Rhodes is a sunny Dodecanese island close to Turkey, with a medieval old town built by the Knights of St John and beaches on two seas. Lindos, a white village beneath a clifftop acropolis, is one of the most beautiful in Greece.
What to see and do in Rhodes
The Old Town
The Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master, inside medieval walls (UNESCO).
Lindos
White houses beneath an acropolis on the cliff, with views over the bay.
Anthony Quinn Bay and Tsambika
A clear-water cove and a long golden beach on the east coast.
Valley of the Butterflies
A shady valley where thousands of tiger moths gather in summer.
Symi
A day trip by ferry to a harbour town of pastel neoclassical houses.
Best time to go
The most pleasant months: May – Jun.
Getting there
| From | Flight time | Return flight |
|---|---|---|
| London | 4 hr, 15 min | ≈ €250 · See flights |
| New York | 11 hr, 15 min | ≈ €560 · See flights |
| Los Angeles | 15 hr, 15 min | ≈ €650 · See flights |
| Dubai | 4 hr, 15 min | ≈ €250 · See flights |
| Singapore | 11 hr, 45 min | ≈ €570 · See flights |
| Sydney | 19 hr, 45 min | ≈ €760 · See flights |
3 nights from London: ≈ €490 per person, flight and stay included.
Per person. Estimates from distance and local prices; real fares depend on your dates.
Essentials
- Country
- Greece
- Currency
- Euro
- Good for
- sea · culture · calm
- How long to stay
- 3–5 days
- Where to stay
- Rhodes town for the Old Town and nightlife; Lindos or the east coast for beaches.Find a place to stay in Rhodes
Plan your trip
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Frequently asked questions
What's the weather like in Rhodes and when should you go?
The most pleasant months: May – Jun. Average highs range from 16° in January to 35° in July.
How many days do you need in Rhodes?
3 to 5 days is enough to see the essentials without rushing.
What does a few days in Rhodes cost?
Accommodation runs at around €80 per person per night. 3 nights from London: ≈ €490 per person, flight and stay included. The flight from London takes about 4 hr, 15 min.
Where should you stay in Rhodes?
Rhodes town for the Old Town and nightlife; Lindos or the east coast for beaches.
