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Hippocrates Square, Medieval city of Rhodes
Main entrance of the Palace of the Grand Master of the knights of Rhodes
Rhodes Windmills
Rhodes medieval city moat
Palace of the Grand Master of the knights of Rhodes

Private Tour: Rhodes City Including the Old Town and Palace of the Grand Masters

By Rhodian | DMC
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$622 per traveller* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple travellers
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Get acquainted with the city of Rhodes on a 3.5-hour private tour, and discover Rhodes Old Town — a UNESCO World Heritage site — as well as modern sights around Mandraki Esplanade. With a private guide, learn about the city’s history and the legacy left on the city by the Knights Crusaders, the soldiers who led a series of holy wars during the Middle Ages. See the striking city gates of Porte d’Amboise, stroll down the Street of the Knights and tour the Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes (entry own expense).

Activity location

  • The Acropolis of Rhodes
    • Diagoridon 68,
    • 851 00, Rhodes Town, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • The Acropolis of Rhodes
    • Diagoridon 68,
    • 851 00, Rhodes Town, Greece

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Private Tour: Rhodes City Including the Old Town and Palace of the Grand Masters
  • Activity duration is 3 hours and 30 minutes3h 30m3h 30m
  • English

Pickup included

Price details
AU$622.36 x 1 TravellerAU$622.36

Total
Price is AU$622.36
Until Thu, 16 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's includedWhat's includedTransport by air-conditioned minivan
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedService charge
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedEntrance fee to Palace of the Grand Masters (6 euro)
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • It is highly recommended to wear comfortable clothes and shoes

Activity itinerary

Rhodes (Pass by)
As you pass by the Mandraki Esplanade, you will see the government buildings, Church of Annunciation built in 1925, a replica of the Old Church of the Knights of St. John and the Deer Statues at the entrance of Mandraki Port.
The Acropolis of Rhodes
  • 10m
  • Admission ticket not included
Your drive will then continue up to Monte Smith for panoramic views and photo opportunities over Rhodes and the Aegean Sea and the Acropolis of Rhodes and a shortstop to Diagoras ancient stadium.
Medieval City (Pass by)
Next, you will continue along the walls of Rhodes' Old City to reach the upper Gate D'Amboise. Here, you will leave your transport and begin a walking tour of the Old Town. Entering through the massive gates, the first thing you see is the imposing Palace of the Grand Masters.
Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes
  • 1h
  • Admission ticket not included
After a brief explanation outside, you will proceed to the Palace for a guided walking tour of many of the major rooms located on the second floor. The Palace was built in the 14th century A.D., destroyed in 1856 and rebuilt in 1939 by the Italians in order to accommodate the King of Italy, Emmanuel II and Mussolini. Departing the palace, you will find yourself at the top of the Street of the Knights.
Medieval City (Pass by)
As you walk down the street with your guide, they will point out the facades of the many inns once occupied by the crusaders. At the end of the street, you will see the outside of the Knight's Hospital which is now an impressive Archaeological Museum. The hospital was built in 1440 A.D., and is the most spec- tacular and well- preserved building in the Old City. You will then be given some free time to explore on your own, find an ice cream or visit the archaeological mu- seum on your own.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESThe Acropolis of Rhodes
    • Diagoridon 68,
    • 851 00, Rhodes Town, Greece

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEThe Acropolis of Rhodes
    • Diagoridon 68,
    • 851 00, Rhodes Town, Greece

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