Rhodes

Greece

Things to do in Rhodes:

View the Gallery Lindos Castle

Rhodes Restaurants

Cheap (11)

Pita tou Pappou

With a variety of sandwiches and Greek pitta breads, this is perfect for those searching for quality fast food at decent prices. Salads and burgers complete the menu. read more
Affordable (13)

Ya Ouzaki

A traditional Greek tavern near the port, set in an old mansion - with a local art adorning the walls - and a vast garden. Delicious mezethes are accompanied by ouzo and wine. read more
Good quality (12)

Alexis 4 Seasons

With a roof garden overlooking the medieval walls, this wonderful restaurant serves a variety of seafood and ostracea (shellfish) plates, and also boasts a fine wine cellar. The delicious, yet... read more

Rhodes Nightlife

Chilled (14)

Mikro Cafe Apenanti

Two small caf�s in one. If you feel a little chilly, enjoy a drink in the cosy Mikro Cafe. If you're blessed with warm weather, choose the top-level terrace of Apenanti, with glorious views. Greek... read more
Live Music (12)

Cafe Chantant

With a music programme spanning more than 100 years of Greek folk music, Cafe Chantant's dance floor offers a stage for those valiant enough to try their skills at zeimpekiko dancing. read more
Clubbing (11)

Paradiso Beach Club

Next to the Dome club, this is a cultural hotspot with guest DJs, concerts and many surprises. If you stay till early in the morning, you will most likely be rewarded with a spectacular sunrise. read more

This Month in Rhodes (October):

By Michael G. Kavuklis

Shopping: If you want traditional souvenirs and locally made products (including food and natural cosmetics), look no further than Olive Green (22 G Papanikolaou Street. Tel. 2241 028 894).

Sightseeing: An exhibition spanning 45 years of work by Alekos Fasianos is on at the Municipal Gallery of Rhodes. It pays tribute to one of the most significant living Greek artists (until 13 November. www.mgamuseum.gr).

Key areas: Explore Rhodes town on a pleasant walk from the Aquarium, across the Psaropoula and Kato Petres, to Ixia and back. Time it for sunset and stop off at one of the caf�s en route.

Day trips: Symi is a must and October is the perfect month to visit, when the sun is pleasantly warm but not scorching, and the summer crowds have gone. Wander along its old alleyways, with plenty of spots for a leisurely lunch. Don't miss the beautiful Monastery of Panormitis.

Rhodes Trivia

October: One of the landmarks of Rhodes is the Three Mills, at Mandraki Harbour. During the Ottoman years, Rhodes was the main supplier of flour to southern Anatolia and it had dozens of mills. More than 30 survive today in the northern part of the island.
September: The magnificent marble statue of Laoco�n and his sons in the Palace of the Knights is a copy of the Rhodian original that is now held by the Vatican Museum.
August: Rhodes has hosted all three major monotheistic religions of the world. The Jewish community dates back to the second century BC; the Christian apostle Paul taught on the island; and for 400 years Rhodes was under control of the Ottoman Empire. The Medieval Town has a synagogue, many mosques, Greek Orthodox and Roman Catholic churches.