Weekend Guide · Greece
Weekend in Rhodes
Rhodes — the largest of the Dodecanese islands, where a UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town built by the Knights of St. John meets ancient ruins and some of the Aegean's best beaches.
2 days recommended Rhodes, Greece Est. $554 for 2 days
Day 1
Arrive & Explore Rhodes
Rhodes Old Town (UNESCO)
One of Europe's best-preserved medieval towns, encircled by massive walls and home to the Street of the Knights and Palace of the Grand Master
Palace of the Grand Master
A restored 14th-century fortress-palace built by the Knights Hospitaller, filled with mosaic floors and medieval halls
Lindos Acropolis
A dramatic clifftop acropolis above the whitewashed village of Lindos, combining ancient Greek temple ruins with sweeping Aegean views
Day 2
Hidden Gems & Local Flavours
Anthony Quinn Bay
A scenic pebble cove with clear turquoise water, named after the actor who fell in love with the spot while filming nearby
Local Tips
- 1Greece suits most budgets.
- 2Greece is very safe for tourists, with violent crime against visitors rare.