Rhodes, Greece

Top things to do in Rhodes

15 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Museum

Archaeological Museum of Rhodes

Housed in a 14th-century hospital, this museum showcases ancient artifacts from Rhodes, including the famous marble statue of the Crouching Aphrodite.

Sight

Acropolis of Rhodes

Perched on a hill above the modern city, this ancient acropolis offers ruins of a temple to Apollo, a stadium, and sweeping views of the Aegean Sea.

Sight

Colossus of Rhodes

Once a giant bronze statue of the sun god Helios, this ancient wonder stood at the harbor entrance but was destroyed by an earthquake in 226 BCE.

Museum

Aquarium of Rhodes

A research center and public aquarium showcasing Mediterranean marine life, housed in a historic 1930s building with Art Deco architecture.

Sight

Fortifications of Rhodes

Massive medieval walls built by the Knights Hospitaller, encircling the Old Town of Rhodes and forming one of Europe's best-preserved fortifications.

Museum

Jewish Museum of Rhodes

Discover the rich heritage of Rhodes' Jewish community through artifacts, photographs, and personal stories at this small but poignant museum.

Religious site

Kahal Shalom Synagogue

Step into the oldest surviving synagogue in Greece, a beautifully preserved Sephardic sanctuary still active for worship and tours.

Religious site

St. Francis of Assisi Cathedral, Rhodes

A striking modern Catholic cathedral in Rhodes, known for its clean lines, stained glass, and serene atmosphere.

Religious site

Hamza Bey Mosque (Rhodes)

A 15th-century Ottoman mosque in Rhodes Old Town, now a cultural venue hosting art exhibitions and events.

Religious site

Panagia tou Kastrou

A Byzantine church within the Palace of the Grand Master, featuring well-preserved 14th-century frescoes.

Park & nature

Petaloudes

A lush nature reserve on Rhodes, famous for thousands of tiger moths that gather here in summer.

Neighborhood

La Juderia

Explore the historic Jewish quarter of Rhodes, with its narrow streets and the 16th-century Kahal Shalom Synagogue, the oldest in Greece.

Outdoor & fun

Diagoras Stadium

A multi-purpose stadium in Rhodes hosting sports events and concerts, with a capacity of about 3,700 spectators.

Landmark

Hafiz Ahmed Agha Library

An Ottoman-era library in Rhodes housing a collection of rare manuscripts and books, founded in 1793.

Sight

Medieval City of Rhodes

Wander through a living medieval city encircled by massive stone walls, where Knights Hospitaller once ruled and Byzantine churches stand alongside Ottoman mosques.

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