The Island of the Knights combines one of the world's best-preserved UNESCO World Heritage medieval towns with the ancient Acropolis of Lindos and sun-soaked Dodecanese beaches.
Top Attractions & Sights
Palace of the Grand Master & Street of the Knights
A fortress palace from the 14th century with Roman mosaics, fronted by the cobblestone Street of the Knights.
Acropolis of Lindos
The 4th-century BC Temple of Athena Lindia perched dramatically on a 116-meter rock overlooking the Aegean.
Valley of the Butterflies & Kallithea Springs
A lush canyon refuge for millions of Jersey tiger moths alongside the historic Italian art deco thermal springs of Kallithea.
Where to Go & Neighborhoods
Wander through Mandraki harbor where the Colossus once stood, explore Lindos's car-free whitewashed alleys, and discover charming inland villages like Archangelos.
Where to Eat & Local Gastronomy
Noble Gourmet Restaurant
Award-winning rooftop restaurant presenting sophisticated interpretations of traditional Rhodian culinary heritage.
Μαυρίκος (Mavrikos - Λίνδος)
Historic culinary institution in Lindos square since 1933, famous for cuttlefish ink risotto and fresh Aegean fish.
Getting Around & Transportation
Rhodes Diagoras Airport (RHO) is 15 km from the capital. Renting a car is ideal for exploring southern beaches like Prasonisi, while KTEL buses connect major coastal towns.
Best Time to Visit & Stay Duration
May to October. With over 300 days of sunshine annually, Rhodes is warm and inviting. Recommended stay: 4 to 5 days.
Traveler's Tip
Enter the Medieval Old Town through d'Amboise Gate in the evening when the ramparts are illuminated and the cobblestones quiet down.