Rhodes travel guide
Rhodes Tourism | Rhodes Guide
You're Going to Love Rhodes
With a population of 56,128, Rhodes is a must-see destination in South Aegean, Greece. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Rhodes has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Rhodes
Tours
When to visit Rhodes
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Rhodes in July, when the average temperature is 80.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 48.2 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Rhodes, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Rhodes
Plane
When flying to Rhodes, you’ll arrive at Rhodes Airport (Diagoras) (RHO), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest flight to Rhodes from the United States departs from New York and takes around 12h 05m.
Car
Another option to get to Rhodes is to pick up a car rental from Heraklion, which is about 188 miles from Rhodes. You’ll find branches of SURPRICE CAR RENTAL and Right Cars, among others, in Heraklion.
Airports near Rhodes
Airlines serving Rhodes
Where to stay in Rhodes
From 5-star hotels such as the Afandou Bay Resort Suites to great affordable options like the Butterfly Hotel, Rhodes offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $98 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $262 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Lydia Hotel and Star Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Rhodes
Most booked hotels in Rhodes
Renting a car in Rhodes
Renting a car in Rhodes costs $29 per day, on average, or $143 if you want to rent if for 5 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 1% cheaper than airport locations in Rhodes.
Expect to pay $7.87 per gallon in Rhodes (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $94.48 and $125.98. The most frequently booked car type in Rhodes is Economy (Class Economy Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Peugeot 208 or similar) are, on average, 63% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.