Rhodes Town

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Rhodes Town

Set on the northern tip of Rhodes, Rhodes Town is divided into two distinct and very different sections – a well preserved medieval town that was declared a World Heritage Site by Unesco and a modern Mediterranean resort with decent beaches, boutique shops, luxury hotels, traditional tavernas, restaurants and contemporary bars.

The Old Town is sealed behind a double ring of high walls and takes you back to Medieval days, thanks to some heritage sights. It is considered the largest and best-preserved fortified city in Europe with many influences from the Hellenistic, Ottoman, Byzantine and Italian periods. The famous street of the Knights, the Palace of the Grand Master, the Archaeological Museum of Rhodes, the Medieval Clock Tower, the Lady of the Castle Cathedral, Ippokratous Square and several other cultural sites can all be found within the walls of the Medieval City. Built by the Knights of St. John, the old city receives a huge daily number of day-trippers and is probably the most popular part of the town.

The perfect place to start exploring the modern part of the town is Mandraki harbor. Once the naval port of ancient Rhodes is the main port of the island, adorned with statues of a female and a male deer that are the symbols of the island. On one side, you will also see the three medieval windmills and the fort of St. Nicholas. Numerous monumental building surrounding Mandraki add to its majestic air - among others the New Market, the Town Hall, the Government House and the Post Office. There are some other places to visit like the Rodini Park which is situated 3km away from the city, the Aquarium and the ancient acropolis of Rhodes which dominates the highest part of the city. The modern town is full of beautiful parks, nice squares and paved roads and visitors can find all kind of shops and many accommodation options.

When the tour ends, head to the cosmopolitan Elli beach on the northern edge of the city. Elli is a curving shingle beach about 400 meters long with lots of beach bars and restaurant right on hand. The beach is right in the center of town and is incredibly popular. When night comes, a romantic stroll around Rhodes Town is a must. What’s better than a breathtaking sunset and a romantic dinner to close a day. Try local dishes made with locally produced ingredients. The result is really delicious.

Rhodes Town is perhaps the most interesting and beautiful corner in Greece. A place that perfectly combines the atmosphere of the Middle Ages with the refined, cosmopolitan air of a modern tourist resort. The town fascinates its visitors and offers high quality services and facilities. So, put Rhodes Town on your bucket list and explore this unique Greek destination.