Museum
Archaeological Museum of Rhodes
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The Archaeological Museum of Rhodes is set within the former Hospital of the Knights, a magnificent Gothic building dating to the 14th century. Its collection spans from the Mycenaean to the Hellenistic periods, with highlights including the marble Crouching Aphrodite, the head of Helios, and intricate funerary stelae. The museum's courtyards and vaulted halls themselves are worth exploring, offering a sense of medieval hospital life. Visitors can see pottery, jewelry, and sculptures that illustrate the island's rich history as a major maritime power.
Don't miss
- Marvel at the marble statue of the Crouching Aphrodite, a masterpiece of Hellenistic sculpture
- See the head of Helios, a colossal marble fragment from the famous Colossus of Rhodes
- Explore the Gothic hospital building with its vaulted wards and peaceful inner courtyard
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Archaeological Museum of Rhodes
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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