Rhodes itinerary: 3 days and 5 to 7 days, day by day
How to split your days in Rhodes: Old Town, Lindos, the north, beaches, and what to add with a week.
- 3 days: the Old Town, Lindos, and Filerimos-Valley of the Butterflies-Kamiros.
- 5 to 7 days: add the southern beaches, Prasonisi and a Symi day trip.
- A rental car helps a lot; Chabad is in Ialysos, near town.
With 3 days, focus on the Old Town, Lindos and the north. With a week, rent a car and add the south and Symi. In summer, head to sites early in the morning.
How many days do you need in Rhodes?
Plan at least 3 days in Rhodes: a day for the Old Town, a day for Lindos and a day for the north and inland. With 5 to 7 days there is time for the southern beaches, a day trip to Symi and some rest. Most routes are much easier with a rental car. See car rental in Rhodes.
A 3-day Rhodes itinerary
Day 1: Rhodes Town
- The medieval Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Palace of the Grand Master, the Street of the Knights, the walls and the lanes.
- The Jewish quarter and the Kahal Shalom synagogue, the oldest synagogue in Greece still in use. See Chabad Rhodes and the Jewish quarter.
- The Acropolis of Rhodes on Monte Smith, for sunset.
- Afternoon: Faliraki, Afandou or Tsambika beach.
Day 2: Lindos
- Lindos is about 50 km south of Rhodes Town, on a good road.
- The Acropolis of Lindos: walk up early in the morning, before the heat and the crowds.
- Swimming: Lindos' small beach and St Paul's Bay.
- Details in our Lindos guide.
Day 3: The north and inland
- Filerimos hill near Ialysos: a monastery and a viewpoint.
- The Valley of the Butterflies (Petaloudes), about 5 km from Theologos village. The butterflies come mainly in summer.
- Ancient Kamiros, about 15 km from the Valley of the Butterflies: an ancient town facing the sea.
A 5 to 7-day Rhodes itinerary
Add to the 3-day plan:
- A south-east beach day: Tsambika, Anthony Quinn Bay and Kallithea Springs. See Rhodes' best beaches.
- A day in the far south: Prasonisi, the island's southern tip where two seas meet, known for windsurfing. Stop at Monolithos castle on the west coast on the way.
- A day trip to Symi: a ferry or catamaran from Rhodes Town to the small, colourful island. See Rhodes to Symi.
- A rest day: a beach near your hotel, or another evening in the Old Town.
Where to stay for this itinerary
- Rhodes Town or nearby (Ialysos, Ixia): convenient for a 3-day plan, close to the port, the airport and Chabad.
- Faliraki or the east coast: good for beaches and families.
- Lindos: beautiful and romantic, but further from the rest of the island.
Tips for touring Rhodes
- Heat: in July and August visit sites early in the morning.
- Kosher food and Shabbat: Chabad of Rhodes is in Ialysos, with a kosher restaurant and Shabbat meals. See Shabbat times & kosher in Greece.
- Flights: in summer there are direct flights from Israel. See flights to Rhodes.
- With children: see Rhodes with kids.
More on the site: the Rhodes guide.
FAQ
How many days are enough for Rhodes? Three days cover the Old Town, Lindos and the north of the island. With 5 to 7 days there is time for the southern beaches, Prasonisi and a day trip to Symi.
What is the best Rhodes itinerary? A day in the Old Town, a day in Lindos and a day for Filerimos, the Valley of the Butterflies and Kamiros. Then add beaches and a trip to Symi.
Do you need a car in Rhodes? It is strongly recommended. Buses run to Lindos and the main beaches, but the Valley of the Butterflies, Kamiros and the south are much easier by car.
How far is Lindos from Rhodes Town? About 50 km, on a good road. There are also buses and boat trips from town.
