Rhodes Old Town Travel Guide

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One of the most awe-inspiring archaeological sites in all of Greece, this UNESCO-listed city is crammed with historic architecture and ruins.

The Old Town in Rhodes is one of the oldest continually populated medieval towns in Europe. Discover Byzantine relics, Ottoman mosques and Venetian architecture and learn about the history as you explore the fascinating ruins.

The Order of St. John of Jerusalem, also known as the Order of the Knights of St. John, was founded during the years of the Crusades. By the early 14th century, they were one of the strongest military organizations in Christian Europe. Between 1309 and 1523, they governed Rhodes and converted the city into a fortified town.

Enter the Old Town through the Eleftheria Gate to the Plateia Simi (Simi Square). Discover many museums in this part of town, including the Folk Art Museum and the Archaeological Museum, which is housed in the Great Hospital. Walk along the winding alleyways to the pedestrian-only Street of the Knights. This beautifully preserved street is where the knights once resided. Framed by tall walls, with knights’ inns and family houses, the street still looks much like it would have in the 14th century.

Near the Knights’ Quarters is the striking Palace of the Grand Masters. The palace, which was the administrative headquarters for the order in the early 14th century, is one of the most impressive structures in Rhodes. It now houses the Byzantine Museum. Enter to browse displays containing medieval relics, sculptures, antique furniture and mosaic floors.

Visit what is believed to be the site of the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Located near the harbor, this monument honored the Rhodian victory in the battle of Demetrius the Besieger in 305 B.C.. This colossal statue took 12 years to complete and is thought to have been approximately 100 feet (30 meters) high.

Shop for souvenirs on Sokratous Street and stop for a coffee on the café-lined Ippokratous Square where the Castellania Fountain, the Chadrevan Mosque and the Palace of the Castellan are located. After a day of sightseeing, relax in a Turkish hammam at the Platia Arionos.

Medieval fortified walls enclose the Old Town of Rhodes. It is pedestrian-only and many of the lanes are unmarked, so be prepared to lose yourself in the winding cobbled streets. To get here, take a taxi or catch a local bus.


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Rhodos Horizon City- Adults only
Rhodos Horizon City- Adults only
4 out of 5
65 Amerikis, Rhodes, Rhodes
The price is AU$125 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$125
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Rhodes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Rhodes Port and Palace of the Grand Master of ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
"Liked swimming pool although on the cool side but was end of October. Very clean, well kept, easy walk to Old Town. Close to se eral restaurants."

Reviewed on 1 Nov. 2023

Rhodos Horizon City- Adults only
10GR Boutique Hotel and Wine Bar
10GR Boutique Hotel and Wine Bar
5 out of 5
16 Polidorou, Rhodes
The price is AU$262 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
AU$262
per night
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rhodes. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and onsite spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with super staff, great breakfast, outstanding coffee and wine options. Perfectly located in Rhodes old town, within walking distance to everything including Rhodes new town."

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2024

10GR Boutique Hotel and Wine Bar
Zacosta Villa Hotel
Zacosta Villa Hotel
4 out of 5
Xenofontos 23, Medieval City, Rhodes, Rhodes Island
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rhodes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews)
"This is an outstanding place to stay. The staff did anything and everything they could to make us feel welcome and at home. We will not stay anywhere else whenever we visit Rhodes. Great breakfast, very quiet location, easy walk to the busy section of the old city, or to the harbor. I can't say enough ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct. 2023

Zacosta Villa Hotel
Mitsis Selection Alila
Mitsis Selection Alila
5 out of 5
Faliraki, Rhodes, Rhodes
The price is AU$235 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$235
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Rhodes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (462 reviews)
"Good hotel, staff are very friendly, good facilities and was a very good stay."

Reviewed on 1 Nov. 2023

Mitsis Selection Alila
Mitsis Grand Hotel
Mitsis Grand Hotel
5 out of 5
Akti Miaouli and Papanikolaou, Rhodes, Rhodes Island
The price is AU$165 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$165
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury property in Rhodes. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (785 reviews)
"Great customer service, with personable & responsive staff"

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2023

Mitsis Grand Hotel
Rodos Palladium Leisure & Wellness
Rodos Palladium Leisure & Wellness
5 out of 5
Leof. Kallitheas, P. O. Box 180, Rhodes, Rhodes
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Rhodes. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (484 reviews)
"Helpful staff, loads of Sun loungers on the beach which was good. Very good range of choice for the breakfast. Tennis courts and crazy golf. Bus stop directly outside- reliable bus service every 20mins to Rhodes town and Falaraki- other than that there’s nothing really around the hotel apart from ..."

Reviewed on 27 Oct. 2023

Rodos Palladium Leisure & Wellness
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