Attractions Rhodes: Ultimate Travel Guide to the Island's Historic Sites, Hidden Beaches, Transportation Options and Local Experiences for First-Time Visitors
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In this article, I’ll tell you why you should visit Rhodes Island and what can attract you not only as a beach holiday destination, but also as a region with numerous natural and historical landmarks.
I’ve also compiled complete information about how to get to the island, what transport to use, what to eat, what to buy, where to stay, and about Rhodes’ beaches, so you can plan your island routes in advance and see as much as possible during your vacation.
Rhodes: what to see on the island and why it is interesting
Rhodes Island is the fourth largest island in Greece. This island is called the “pearl of the Mediterranean” thanks to its natural riches, crystal-clear sea, multi-kilometer beaches, and abundance of historical and archaeological monuments.
It’s one of the most popular Greek islands among tourists. Located in the southeast of the country, 246 nautical miles from Piraeus port, it’s part of the Dodecanese archipelago in the Aegean Sea.
Rhodes is washed by the Cretan Sea to the west and the Libyan Sea (part of the Mediterranean Sea) to the east.
Magnificent view of Rhodes
Rhodes City, the capital of the island of the same name, is one of the most interesting cities in all of Greece. It’s a fairly large city by local standards, with a monumental 14th-century historical center (from the time of the Knights Hospitaller), ruins of an ancient 3rd-2nd century BC acropolis, and a famous port with windmills. The entire historical part of Rhodes City is included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List.
How to get to Rhodes Island
Travelers can reach Rhodes by plane or ferry. Moreover, unlike many other Greek islands, tourists most often arrive in Rhodes by plane.
Plane
Domestic flights are operated by Greek airlines Olympic Airways and Aegean Airlines, connecting Rhodes with Athens, Thessaloniki, and other islands – Crete, Lesbos, and Kos.
In addition, international airlines also fly to the island, operating both regular and charter flights. These companies include Czech Airlines, British Airways, Lufthansa, SWISS, Smart Wings, EL AL, Austrian Airlines, Finnair, airBaltic, Alitalia, Sky Express, and Volotea.
All flights arrive at Rhodes International Airport “Diagoras”, named after Diagoras of Rhodes – a famous ancient athlete and Olympic boxing champion in the 5th century BC.
This airport is the fourth busiest in Greece and is located 14 kilometers from the island’s capital, Rhodes City, in the village of Paradisi. You can get to the airport from Rhodes or any other resort on the island by bus or taxi.
May be useful: view international and domestic flights to Rhodes Island via this link
Ferry
Rhodes City has one of the largest ports in the country. Sea connections link the island with other Greek islands and mainland Greece. The local port also receives ferries from Italy, Turkey, Cyprus, Egypt, and Israel.
The ferry journey from Rhodes port to Athens’ Piraeus port takes about 16 hours; these routes are usually overnight.
Ferry in Rhodes port
Daily during the summer season, vessels sail from Rhodes port to other islands of the Dodecanese archipelago: Kalymnos, Leros, Nisyros, Kos, Patmos, Tilos, Kastellorizo, Symi, and Samos. Additionally, there’s a summer ferry service to Marmaris (Turkey), which is just an hour away by sea. Tourists traveling by car can also use the ferries.
Furthermore, trips on catamarans or speedboats are available, with the number of routes increasing during high season. In winter, with fewer tourists, the intensity of sea connections significantly decreases.
May be useful: view ferry routes to Rhodes Island via this link
Local transportation in Rhodes: how to get around the island on your own
Public transport in Rhodes consists of buses and taxis. You can also rent a car to travel around the island.
Buses
Bus connections between cities and major villages in Rhodes are well developed. Buses run along two main routes laid out along the northwestern and eastern parts of the island.
In the island’s capital – Rhodes City – there are two small bus stations, RODA and KTEL, located practically next to each other and not far from Mandraki port.
From the RODA station, also called West Side Bus Station, buses depart along the western coast of the island, along the Aegean Sea. This station is located on Averof Square.
From here you can reach the airport, the ancient ruins of Kamiros, the Valley of the Butterflies, Monolithos, Filerimos, Ialyssos, etc. The exception is the free shuttle bus to the water park in Faliraki, which is actually on the eastern coast of the island.
The KTEL bus station, located a hundred meters from the RODA station, sends and receives buses traveling along the eastern part of the island, along the Mediterranean coast. This station is also called East Side Bus Station. From here you can reach the “Seven Springs,” Lindos, Kolymbia beaches, Prasonisi, Tsambika, Anthony Quinn Bay, etc.
The Rhodes-Kallithea-Faliraki route is common to both bus stations. There’s also a separate Rhodes-Kallithea bus route.
It’s worth remembering that in the south of the island, municipal transport runs less frequently than in the busier north.
Buses run strictly on schedule; detailed information about schedules and routes is available at bus stations, hotels, tourist centers, and from bus drivers in the form of brochlets.
You should pay for your journey when boarding the bus; keep your tickets until the end of the journey in case of inspector checks. To get off at your stop, press the signal button for the driver.
Car Rental
Since most regular buses run along the coast without going inland or into the mountains, you may sometimes need to rent a car for trips. This gives you freedom of movement, allows you to manage your time, stay at beaches you like, or linger at interesting tourist sites – visit authentic mountain villages or unique historical monuments.
To rent a car in Rhodes, tourists must be over 21 years old (motorcycles and cars – categories A and B) or 23 years old (cars of categories C and D-SUVs, minivans, buses), but under 70 years old. Required driving experience is at least one year.
You can rent a car with an international driver’s license. You can reserve a car in advance, even before departing for the island, or use rental services upon arrival.
There are numerous companies offering car rentals; for example, major international companies represented here include Avis, Hertz, Budget, Sixt, and Europcar. Rental costs depend on the condition and class of the car, rental period, and company reputation.
Local firms offer their services 20-30% cheaper, but there are nuances that negate this difference in their favor – I’ve written about this and other nuances of car rental on Rhodes Island in detail in this article.
Remember that traffic on the island is right-hand. Excellent paved roads with standard signs run along the entire coast. Dirt roads lead from the main roads to small settlements.
The maximum speed limit is 110 km/h, in populated areas – up to 50 km/h. Traffic violations incur hefty fines.
Two-Wheeled Transport
An alternative to renting a car for traveling short distances is renting a bicycle or moped. This is offered at hotels and rental offices at any resort. You can rent either a regular or mountain bicycle.
May be useful: rent a good bicycle in Rhodes in advance, online via this link
The cost of renting a moped or motorcycle is from 17 euros per day excluding fuel; the price depends on the vehicle model. Moped rental is permitted for persons aged 16 and over. You need to have a license with you.
Mopeds are very popular in Rhodes; they’re quite convenient for getting around
Taxi
The largest taxi stand on the island is located on Rimini Square in Rhodes. Taxis can be booked in advance, but this service is paid additionally, in addition to the trip cost.
- Night trips from 24:00 to 6:00 cost more than daytime ones.
- Additional charges apply for luggage weighing over 15 kg.
- For trips around the island, the cost is calculated according to a special table of fixed prices.
This is what a classic taxi looks like on Rhodes Island
May be useful: receive personalized transfer offers from drivers on Rhodes Island in advance by email and choose the most suitable one for you in terms of price/quality ratio
Water Transport
During the high tourist season in Rhodes, you can take a sea journey along the coast on boats. Such trips are made daily by many small companies that offer their services at all resorts and directly on beaches.
It’s also possible to take an independent trip around Rhodes by renting a boat. You can do this by contacting the pier at your resort or a sports yacht club. If tourists lack sailing or boating skills, a crew is provided.
This is what tourist boats look like in Rhodes
Rhodes Island attractions: what to see
Rhodes Island is so small that an active tourist can easily drive around it in one day and see most of its landmark attractions.
Old Town Rhodes
The Old Town of Rhodes in the north of the island, founded in 408 BC, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its monuments from the ancient period, early Christianity, and the knightly Middle Ages represent tremendous value for world culture.
In 1309, Rhodes became the center of the Order of Knights of St. John. A monument from this time is the Rhodes Fortress and the Street of the Knights, paved with sea pebbles, crossing the old town from the port to the Palace of the Grand Masters.
Entry to the fortress is free; you’re allowed to enter the premises and drink water from the courtyard well. Tourists enjoy walking along the fortress wall, which offers a beautiful view of the Old Town and bay (entrance – 2 euros).
Rhodes Fortress (Castello), residence of the Grand Master
The unusual six-meter width of the street for medieval times made it possible to avoid collisions between military groups of knights representing different “tongues.”
Buildings with flat facades, arched windows, and huge doorways are built along the street. French, Spanish, and Italian knights lived here; the administrative center, Catholic cathedral, and hospital were located here. The medieval spirit is enhanced by the fact that no modern buildings are visible from here.
The Rhodes Hospital, built in 1489, was the largest of the order’s hospitals. The lower floors housed warehouses and stables; the upper floors were intended for patient care. The building now houses an archaeological museum displaying items found during excavations in Rhodes.
The palace, consisting of 205 halls, has become a museum. The museum’s exhibitions represent antiquity and the Middle Ages. Here you can see ancient vases, sculptures of amazing beauty, and Byzantine icons.
Museum entrance in the Old Town is 6 euros. This is one of the most popular places in Rhodes among tourists; Tuesday through Saturday, entrance is from 08:00 to 19:30.
In the old town there’s a shopping street – Sokratous – where you can buy souvenirs and which will lead you straight to local taverns. Fast food prices like shawarma start from 2.5 euros; a fish plate prepared in front of you that’s enough for two costs 30 euros.
The Old Town of Rhodes is the largest medieval city in all of Europe
For 5 euros you can visit a Turkish hammam that has been preserved since the time when the Turks ruled here (until 1912), and climbing the clock tower built in 1851, you can order a drink at the local bar for 5 euros and admire the Old Town from above. One day is hardly enough to see everything.
May be useful: view all excursions in the Old Town of Rhodes via this link
City Walls
Starting from Rhodes Fortress, you can walk around the old city walls of Rhodes, which represent one of the finest examples of powerful medieval fortifications in the world. Built in the Byzantine period, they were expanded and strengthened by the Knights Hospitaller between the 14th and 16th centuries due to their obsessive fear of enemy attacks.
The walls are four kilometers long and in some places reach 12 meters thick. There are impressive fortress towers, powerful bastions, several magnificent gates, a dry moat, and artillery firing posts. Despite all efforts, in 1522, after a six-month siege, the knights ultimately surrendered to the Ottoman Turks.
Under the Turks, all Christians (most of whom were Greeks) were expelled from the Old Town.
Very impressive wall, more like part of a mountain
Lindos Acropolis
In the southeastern part of the island, 50 km from the capital, is the town of Lindos. A bus will take you here in 1 hour (5 euros).
Rhodes offers its guests the chance to see the famous Lindos Acropolis, which is much older than the Athenian one.
At the entrance to the ancient structure, on a rock, sculptor Pythocrates carved a bas-relief of an ancient warship, confirming Rhodes’ maritime significance.
View of Lindos and St. Paul’s Bay
The architectural ensemble of the Lindos Acropolis consists of the Propylaea, similar to the Athenian ones, a colonnade surrounding a large courtyard, and a Doric temple dedicated to the goddess Athena.
Local “taxis” are offered for getting around Lindos – for 5 euros you can ride to the foot of the Acropolis on a donkey.
There’s also a staircase leading there; the path is shorter but steeper. Entry inside the Acropolis is 6 euros. After the tour, you can descend to the beaches – there are picturesque bays on both sides.
In addition to ancient architectural monuments, on the mountain is the Church of St. John, built by the Knights Hospitaller.
From the height of the Acropolis, looking south from Lindos, you can see St. Paul’s Bay. The Christian preacher landed in this bay to preach to the inhabitants. According to legend, until the mid-1st century the bay was a lake, and when the apostle was looking for a harbor, the rocks parted and Paul was able to land on shore. A chapel of the Apostle Paul was erected in his honor.
You can descend to the bay via steps leading to the Acropolis (don’t miss the sign to the left). The bay’s beach is separated from the open sea; the water is cleaner and warmer than in other places, and the beach has white sand. Sun loungers cost 2.5 euros.
May be useful: view all excursions to Lindos Acropolis via this link
Monolithos Castle
At one time, Monolithos Castle was considered one of the most powerful fortresses in Rhodes. It was built back in 1470, and today most of the castle is destroyed – only the outer walls are in good condition. The view from the top of the hill where the fortress stands is simply incredible.
To enjoy it fully, the most persistent will have to climb small steep stone stairs. The ascent will be difficult, so you’ll need to take frequent breaks.
In this castle (which, by the way, was built on the site of an even earlier castle), travelers will find two 15th-century chapels.
May be useful: view an excursion to Monolithos Castle via this link
View of Monolithos Castle
Valley of the Butterflies
From the central bus station of Rhodes City, on a regular bus that runs every hour, getting off at Butterflies station, you can see the famous Valley of the Butterflies – it’s located 20 km from the island’s capital.
Travel time is no more than half an hour; a ticket costs 5 euros. Remember that the last bus from the valley returns at 15:00. Entry to the reserve costs 5 euros; the path runs along two routes: a short one – 400 meters, and a long one – 900 meters.
The valley itself looks more like a well-maintained marsh
In fact, it’s a park stretching along a gorge to the hilltop. Aromas released by the resins of storax trees fill the air. Butterflies from all over Rhodes Island flock to this aroma.
Hundreds of thousands of tiger moths flutter from place to place, filling the Petaloudes valley with life and invariably gathering crowds of tourists wanting to see this fantastic spectacle with their own eyes.
Not far from the Valley of the Butterflies is the wine-making village of Embonas, with a modern factory and traditional winery. A bottle of wine purchased here makes a good souvenir.
Also visit the village of Pastida, where there’s a beekeeping museum. You won’t just observe bee life from a safe distance but can also purchase genuine natural cosmetics made from beekeeping products.
May be useful: all excursions to the Valley of the Butterflies on Rhodes Island
Valley of the Seven Springs
Another place you must visit is the natural park Valley of the Seven Springs.
This is a small gorge with slopes covered in dense forest, located 30 km east of Rhodes City and 3 km from Kolymbia village, from where you need to turn toward the central part of the island. After a few kilometers, the small park Epta Piges (7 Springs) begins.
The park entrance ticket costs 3 euros; it’s open daily from 8:00 to 19:00. You can get here for 3.5 euros on a KTEL bus departing from Rhodes to Kolymbia daily starting at 9:00. From there, you’ll have to walk to the reserve entrance. A taxi ride from Rhodes costs approximately 30-35 euros.
A full-flowing stream runs through the park, originating from 7 healing springs. They’re born from powerful springs. A tunnel has been dug under the mountain, collecting spring water into an artificial lake – the only freshwater body in Rhodes.
According to legend, men who pass through the tunnel are forgiven their sins, and women are given youth.
Charming bridge over the stream in the Valley of the Seven Springs
This is quite an extreme entertainment for tourists – the tunnel is quite narrow and long – 180 meters. You have to walk through it ankle-deep in cold water, in absolute darkness; only in the middle of the tunnel at a depth of 13 meters is there a shaft through which some daylight penetrates. The tunnel ends at an artificial lake.
There’s a nice tavern in the park where the food is hearty and delicious, and peacocks wander between the tables, causing general excitement.
May be useful: view an excursion to the Valley of the Seven Springs via this link
Ancient Kamiros
45 km from the capital of Rhodes, in the west of the island near Kamiros village, no more than 500 m from the sea, are the ruins of the ancient city of Kamiros.
Kamiros became a Rhodes attraction in the late 19th-early 20th century when Italian archaeologists found it. Before that, it was considered a mythical city known from Homer’s stories.
Kamiros was founded by Dorians in the 6th century BC on the shore of the Aegean Sea, on a hill, and was one of the main cultural and trading centers of the island. It was destroyed by a powerful earthquake 2,200 years ago.
Ruins of the ancient city of Kamiros
At the very top, the Dorians built a temple to the goddess Athena, of which numerous ruins remain. Below you can see ruins of market walls, houses, and small storage facilities.
The ancient water supply system is well preserved: a huge reservoir and clay pipes – the water supply provided water to 1,000 inhabitants. Coins were minted in the city, bearing images of figs.
Huge stones lie on the site, on which you can still see carved, well-preserved inscriptions. From the height, an amazing view opens of the city and sea on one side and mountains on the other.
May be useful: view excursions with a visit to Kamiros via this link
Mussolini's Villa
Another place deserving the attention of romantics is Mussolini’s villa in Rhodes.
It’s quite an interesting place for those who’ve already familiarized themselves with the standard list of island attractions. It’s not found in guidebooks or tour programs, but nevertheless, it’s very interesting.
There are no crowds of tourists; the abandoned building attracts with silence and tranquility. Despite its name, the presence of the Italian dictator at the villa has never been documented.
The house was built in the 1930s by order of Italian General De Vecchi, who took the post of Governor of Rhodes when, following the Italo-Turkish War, the island came under Italian ownership.
Today the villa is a building abandoned since 1948, which anyone can enter.
It’s built in Western European style, with balconies and bay windows characteristic of German architecture, with natural stone finishing.
The two-story house has become quite dilapidated and lopsided over time, but its former beauty can still be felt. In some places, even the parquet is preserved, old shutters still raise and lower, and you can walk through the house and its wooden balcony without fear.
The balcony offers a wonderful view of slopes covered with pines and fir trees and the sea in the distance. A large stone staircase leads to the villa, and it stands in a picturesque location at the foot of Mount Profitis Ilias.
The dilapidated villa attributed to Mussolini
You can get here along a road leading inland from the ancient city of Kamiros, located on the northwest coast, 30 km southeast of the capital. The road leads to a mountain range.
Profitis Ilias is the last, lowest, and most densely forested mountain in the range. Two chalet-style hotels stand here – “Elafos” (deer) and “Elafina” (doe), and next to the hotels is a deer farm, behind which you can see the stone staircase leading to the abandoned villa.
Besides excellent views, the area also has wonderful air, but no one willing to restore the villa and use it for any purposes has been found.
Greeks justify this with moral considerations and unwillingness to engage in restoring a house belonging to adherents of fascist ideology, so the villa remains open to tourist visits, and continues to remain in a semi-ruined state today, concealing the unsolved mysteries of its guests and owners.
Beaches on Rhodes Island
There are actually many beaches on the island – the coastline is 220 km long; you’ll find both deserted wild beaches and popular ones with all the infrastructure, and both types of beaches can be either quite small or fairly long and wide.
All Rhodes beaches are conditionally divided into eastern and western. To the east is the warm and calm Mediterranean Sea, and to the west is the cool and windy Aegean. Therefore, the main resort areas and, accordingly, most hotels are located on the eastern coast.
Most vacationers prefer the gentle sea, and if you want to invigorate yourself or engage in water sports, you can always go to the western beaches of Rhodes – to wind and waves.
Anthony Quinn Bay
The bay is named after a once-famous Hollywood actor of the last century, but tourists come here not because of this fact, especially since few people know this actor today – the bay itself is very attractive thanks to its natural beauty.
There are rocks on the shore – some are occupied by sun loungers, and from some you can jump into crystal-clear water.
Which you don’t want to leave:
- firstly, the water in Anthony Quinn Bay is very warm; there are no currents, the bay is sheltered from winds, so the seawater warms up well in the sun;
- secondly, it’s emerald-transparent, where you want to swim with a mask and snorkel, studying underwater secrets.
Be careful when swimming – there are quite a few small rocks in the water
Like many other Rhodes beaches, this place is well adapted for comfortable relaxation – there are sun loungers with umbrellas, changing cabins, outdoor showers, a couple of taverns, parking, and water activities.
However, it’s worth bearing in mind that the beach is quite small and narrow; sun loungers are in 2 rows, very close to each other, so with a large influx of tourists it can be uncomfortable.
People also come here by yacht to swim not from the shore but to dive straight from the sides.
The place is certainly worth visiting at least once during your entire vacation while checking out other Rhodes beaches.
Kallithea Beach
Kallithea Thermes is a pleasant bay with beautiful pavilions and a well-equipped resort area with sun loungers and umbrellas.
Slightly to the side is an area with a sandy beach, and the main one is rocky, with organized boardwalk descents into the clear water.
The coast itself is very picturesque – small rocks carved by waves, crystal water without muddiness and waves, and the water is warm.
You can even go snorkeling, which not all Rhodes beaches allow.
Very well-equipped beach area; lying here is a pleasure
Secret Beach
Not all good Rhodes beaches are easily accessible. For example, this “secret” beach is located at the foot of the village of Archangelos; for a long time it was private, with only a couple of villas on the cliff.
But even now, when a road has appeared and you can only drive there by car, the beach still remains almost unknown; it doesn’t even have a name.
This is how hidden and cozy Rhodes’ most secret beach looks
It’s such a tasty morsel known almost only to locals and only those rare tourists whom these same locals told about it in secret. Well, now you know too.
The popular Stegna beach is right behind the rock, but this bay with the secret beach isn’t visible from there, so vacationers nearby don’t even suspect its existence.
The view of the bay hidden from all eyes opens from the café on the cliff, and a steep staircase leads down directly from it.
This secret beach is very compact and impeccably clean (which not all Rhodes beaches can boast of), with fine pebbles; pleasant music plays here, there’s a small bar with cocktails, and of course sun loungers, umbrellas, toilet and shower.
There’s even a pier for one boat; vacationers who noticed the beach from the water sometimes sail here after a sea trip on a private small boat.
The snorkeling here is amazing; there’s also the possibility to rent a paddleboard or kayak.
Tsambika Beach
A pleasant long sandy beach with a soft, gentle entry into the sea, which is why tourists with children have taken a liking to it. Tsambika Beach is named after the famous shrine – the church of the same name on the mountain where a miraculous icon was once found. It’s from this mountain that the most stunning view of Tsambika Beach opens.
Despite the fact that Tsambika Beach is quiet and family-friendly, there are plenty of cafés right on the shore; you’re unlikely to stumble upon a party there, so the beach is exclusively for daytime use.
The beach is wide and long; it’s hard to imagine anyone not finding sun loungers here.
Well, since Tsambika Beach is popular with families with children, there’s a small inflatable playground right on the water.
Incredible view of Tsambika Beach
May be useful: view all sea excursions with visits to Rhodes beaches via this link
What to eat on Rhodes Island
First, a few general words: Greek cuisine is when there’s lots of meat, vegetables, spices, seasonings, various herbs, cheeses, etc. (not spicy but rather aromatic). Portions are very large everywhere, such that you sometimes can’t finish the whole portion.
As for seafood, strangely enough, it’s not that great here. I expected this to be a paradise for seafood lovers, but even the guide said there’s little marine life near Rhodes’ shores, so seafood prices here are substantial.
Regarding prices: food is not very cheap. The menu is usually displayed in front of taverns or restaurants, with prices indicated.
Important: we were told that you can orient yourself by the price of moussaka: in inexpensive taverns it costs up to 9 euros, the average price is 9-10 euros, but if moussaka costs more than 10 euros, it’s an expensive place.
Lunch at a café near Mount Tsambika
In every restaurant or tavern, bottles of olive oil and balsamic vinegar are on the table; you can pour them on your dish in unlimited quantities, but bread (or a bread basket) must be ordered separately. On average, you can have lunch for two within 25 euros without being particularly extravagant.
The first dish that comes to mind for those arriving in Greece, whether on the mainland or islands, is Greek salad. Here it’s called exactly that – Greek salad.
Besides Greek salad, another essential element of Greek cuisine is tzatziki, which is a sauce made from thick fermented milk (resembles either matsoni, curd mass, or thick yogurt) with garlic, herbs, finely chopped cucumbers, and salt. You can eat it with bread, with appetizers, or with anything.
Seafood at a restaurant in Faliraki
What to buy on Rhodes Island
Speaking of traditional Greek clothing, the first image that comes to mind is from antiquity – woven leather sandals, a tunic, and a laurel wreath on the head to complete the look.
Time passes, fashion and technology change, but even today you can bring back excellent woven leather sandals from Rhodes Island, popular with tourists and locals. Light and perfectly suited to the hot climate, sandals remain an indispensable pair of shoes for Greeks today.
There are, of course, many variations of sandals, but why buy in Rhodes what you can buy in any other city in the world? It’s quite another matter – handmade sandals that can be purchased either at the city market or in small shops attached to workshops where these sandals are made.
In the latter, you’ll also find woven bracelets, bags, belts, and other gifts and souvenirs made of genuine leather. All these items can be custom-ordered according to your design in the required size and shape, and leather craftsmen will bring your wishes to life in footwear that would make Hermes himself envious.
Shopping street in Lindos
Greece is world-famous for its natural cosmetics based on olive oil. Almost every tourist tries to bring back as gifts or souvenirs from their trip at least a few bars of handmade soap with olive oil added, which has such beneficial effects on the skin.
For those who’ve decided to stock up on natural cosmetics more thoroughly, attention should be paid to brands like “KORRES” and “Olive Way.”
The first is produced based on medicinal herbs and is suitable even for people prone to allergies. This brand’s line also includes a good-quality rejuvenating series.
“KORRES” products are preferably purchased at pharmacies. This allows you to protect yourself from counterfeits and save money.
“Olive Way” is a producer of natural Greek cosmetics less known outside Greece; however, a significant advantage of this particular brand is that it’s produced directly in Rhodes.
If you’re lucky enough to find yourself in a small Greek village on Rhodes Island or in the city of craftsmen, Lindos, be sure to pay attention to local textiles.
Wool carpets, original bed linen, exquisite lace – the variety of souvenirs and gifts and their quality are impressive.
Many countries, including Greece, compete for the title of “birthplace of winemaking.” However, few countries in their history have given wine such a large and honorable place.
In Ancient Greece, there was even a separate god of winemaking. Trying and bringing home local wine as a souvenir is not only a tribute to history but also a good chance to find really good wine, of which there’s quite a lot in Rhodes.
You can bring back, for example, a bottle from the white grape variety Athiri or the red variety Mandilaria. The easiest way to decide on a gift choice and buy good wine at a reasonable price is to visit one of the island’s largest wineries. If you pass by Greece’s ancient monasteries, you should also try the local monastery wine.
In addition to everything listed, most often tourists bring from Rhodes traditional souvenirs – handmade wool carpets, lace, embroidered items, ceramics, Turkish-style lamps with multi-colored glass shades, fur products – in particular, fur coats, leather footwear and accessories, brass and copper items, modern icons, sea sponges, etc.
Rhodes ceramics