Kallithea Springs

Located in the Municipality of Rhodes, Kallithea Springs is a restored landmark that combines history and beautiful architecture with an easy, beachside day out. Wander through marble buildings and gardens, take in the design details, then swim in clear water, sunbathe by the shoreline and stop for a drink or light bite at the on-site café.

Kallithea can be busy in high summer, so it's worth arriving earlier to secure the best sun loungers.

The Valley of the Butterflies & Kalopetra Monastery

In the north of Rhodes, the Valley of the Butterflies is a unique nature reserve dedicated to the Jersey Tiger moth (Panaxia Quadripunctaria). The valley is lush and cooling, with woodland greenery, ponds and small waterfalls, and towards the end of May the moths gather here in large numbers, drawn by the scent of Oriental Sweetgum trees.

You'll also find an on-site restaurant and a Museum of Natural History displaying endemic and rare species from the wider area.

Around 2km away sits Kalopetra Monastery, offering panoramic views across the valley and out to sea. It's free to visit and well worth the short walk uphill.

Rhodes Old Town

The Medieval Old Town of Rhodes, entered through one of ten gates, is an intricate maze of over 200 streets and alleys. Inside you'll find medieval buildings, shops, bars and restaurants, mosques, fountains, churches and oriental motifs. Highlights include Hippocrates Square, the Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights, the ramparts and walls, the pink-stone Süleyman Mosque, and the Medieval Clock Tower.

Visit Lindos

If you're not already staying in Lindos, this tucked-away village is well worth a visit. Its charm comes from white, flat-roofed buildings that slope up from the sandy beach at the bottom of the bay to the impressive Acropolis of Lindos above. The village offers shops, dining and drinking spots, and two beaches on either side of the bay, with watersports available.

Waterparks

There are two waterparks on Rhodes. The first is a traditional inland waterpark in Faliraki with attractions for all ages, from lazy rivers to extreme slides, plus family zones and sun loungers by the pool. It also offers free bus transfers from various stops around the island. The second, at Tsampika Beach, is a sea-based adventure park: Bubble Boom combines inflatable water-course challenges with jet ski and flyboard hire and a range of 'bubble' games - a fun option for families.

Mandraki Harbour

In Rhodes Town, Mandraki Harbour is the island's main port and is widely believed to be the site where the Colossus of Rhodes once stood. Today, two deer statues mark the harbour entrance, alongside medieval windmills and St. Nicholas Fortress - together creating a particularly charming waterfront scene.

Seven Springs

Known locally as Epta Piges, Seven Springs lies between Kolympia and Archipolis, not far from Tsambika Beach. The valley is shaded and tranquil - a welcome break from the Rhodes heat - with seven springs feeding a man-made lake, reached via a narrow tunnel built in 1931. The area is rich in wildlife (including the rare Rhodes gizani fish), and you'll often spot peacocks cooling off near the water. There are walking trails and a taverna for refreshments, and the lake is suitable for swimming.