Holidays to Rhodes have all the beaches, a lot of party and sunshine for days – oh, and gyros, ofc.
Classic Greece
Rhodes – or Rodos if you want to score points with the locals – is a bit of a B.N.O.C. It has a lot of clout as the most popular of all the Greek Islands, and it’s the biggest of the Dodecanese ones. It’s basically the blueprint for that Grecian aesthetic, too – we’re talking tavernas dripping in grapevines, ancient olive groves and whitewashed buildings sat on clifftops. But if you look a little closer, each town brings its own energy… Rhodes Town loves a medieval sight, Faliraki’s thing is nightlife and Lindos was blessed by the Greek gods with classical ruins. Those are just the big names, though – the island is covered in fishing towns and hillside villages, so it’s the perfect place to just set off and see what happens.
South-Aegean scenes
The island’s coastline is major. It has over 200 kilometres of serious beach – that’s the distance from London to Manchester, just FYI – and 54 of its sweeps have bagged Blue Flag status. The east coast is pretty much one long stretch of sand with the occasional holiday resort in between, then the west coast is win for watersports lovers thanks to its solid winds – and it gets the most epic sunsets, too. You’ll also find secluded coves and pebbly bays if you’re keen to swerve the crowds, but all the beaches come with cliché-blue water and unreal views of the Aegean as standard.
Big on throwbacks
History nerds have died and gone to heaven here. Prepare to feast your eyes on thousands-of-years-worth of sights, from temples dedicated to gods and goddesses and a Byzantine-era citadel to ruins dating back to World War II. Rhodes Old Town is where you want to be – don’t freak out, but it’s home to one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the world. If you’re into your classical history, make sure you look up the Acropolis in Lindos.
Best time to go to Rhodes
The best time for a Rhodes holiday turns out to be 300 days of the year – that’s some serious sunshine. Summer is pretty much always on, with temps reaching their peak around 30°C in July and August. You’ve got that fresh northwest sea breeze, though, which keeps things comfy even in the hottest months. If you like cooler weather and fewer crowds, spring and autumn are the best time to visit – the shoulder seasons are usually cheaper, too.
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Rhodes FAQs
It depends on where you’re flying from – it’s around four hours from most UK airports.
It depends on what type of holiday you want! It definitely has a solid rep for its nightlife – Faliraki is known for its lively bars, clubs and beach parties, but it actually has a family-friendly side, too. Most of the island has more of a chilled vibe, although you can usually still find somewhere for a drink and a dance, especially in Lindos and Rhodes Town.
A taxi from Rhodes Airport to Rhodes Town or Ixia will cost you around €25, and the journey will take about 20 minutes. If you’re staying further away, e.g. in Lindos, it will cost more like €70.
No, Uber and other rideshare services aren’t available in Rhodes. There are plenty of taxis, though, and the drivers belong to a local union that set a flat fare, so the prices are pretty reasonable. It isn’t the cheapest way to travel around, so local buses could be better for your budget.
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Rhodes travel advice
Passports and Visas
British citizens don’t need a visa to enter Greece but must have a valid passport. You can check your passport’s valid for Greece using our handy tool. For the most up-to-date passport and visa info, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/greece/entry-requirements.
Just so you know, the Greek government has a Climate Resilience Tax in place for all those visiting Greece. It was previously known as the Greek Tourism Tax. It’s calculated per room, per night and is payable by cash or card when you check in at your accommodation. For stays between April and October, the fees are €2 per room, per night, for 1 and 2-star accommodation, €5 per room, per night, for 3-star accommodation, €10 per room, per night, for 4-star accommodation, and €15 per room, per night, for 5-star accommodation and villas. For stays between November and March, the fees are €0.50 per room, per night, for 1 and 2-star accommodation, €1.50 per room, per night, for 3-star accommodation, €3 per room, per night, for 4-star accommodation, and lastly, €4 per room, per night, for 5-star accommodation. These fees are subject to change and are based on the Greek official rating and not our own TUI tour operator T-rating.
Health and safety
You should take out comprehensive travel and medical insurance to cover you while you’re away. If you’re travelling to the EU and you apply for a card now, you’ll get a new UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) instead of an EHIC. This entitles you to emergency medical treatment on the same terms as Greek nationals. It won’t, however, cover you for medical repatriation, ongoing medical treatment or non-urgent treatment. Visit www.nhs.uk/ehic for full details on what it covers. You do not need to apply for a GHIC if you already have an EHIC. Your EHIC remains valid in the EU until it expires. An EHIC or GHIC is free of charge. For the latest health and safety information, visit www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/greece/health
