Palacio del Gran Maestre
A medieval fortress of the Knights of St John in the Old Town. It was heavily restored in the 20th century and can be visited inside.
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Rhodes: airports, things to do and where to stay
Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese islands. Its medieval Old Town, built by the Knights of St John and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, sits alongside beaches, white villages and a long tradition of summer tourism.
Rhodes airports
From the airport to central Rhodes
Rodas Diagoras airport is about 12 km from central Rhodes.
Autobús a la ciudad de Rodas
Public buses link the airport with Rhodes town. The journey takes about 30 min, but check the timetable, which changes with the season.
Taxi
Official taxi rank by the terminal. The ride to Rhodes town takes about 25 min depending on traffic.
Rhodes
Things to do in Rhodes
Calle de los Caballeros
A cobbled street in the Old Town, lined with the former inns of the knights' langues. It is one of the best-preserved medieval streets in Europe.
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Acrópolis de Lindos
An acropolis on a rock above the sea, with ancient ruins and a medieval fortress, and the white village of Lindos at its foot. It is the classic day trip from Rhodes town.
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Puerto de Mandraki
The historic harbour of Rhodes town, beside the Old Town walls. It is a pleasant place for a stroll, and boats leave from here for other islands.
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Which airport serves Rhodes?
Rhodes is served by Rodas Diagoras (RHO).
How far is the airport from central Rhodes?
Rodas Diagoras airport is about 12 km from central Rhodes.
How do I get from the airport to central Rhodes?
From Rodas Diagoras airport you can take Autobús a la ciudad de Rodas (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Rhodes?
Highlights of Rhodes include Palacio del Gran Maestre, Calle de los Caballeros, Acrópolis de Lindos, and Puerto de Mandraki.
Photo credits
- Palacio del Gran Maestre: Julian Lupyan, CC0, Wikimedia Commons
- Calle de los Caballeros: Julian Lupyan, CC0, Wikimedia Commons
- Acrópolis de Lindos: Ввласенко, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Puerto de Mandraki: Pjotr Mahhonin, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons