Sightseeing and scenic rides in Rhodes
Scenic time on Rhodes means high ground and wide views. The island offers a hilltop above the north of the island at Filerimos, and the Acropolis of Lindos over the bay and village. Most visitors reach these by taxi, car or a booked scenic drive, so the outing is mostly about the road and the stops along it.
Places to go
Filerimos Hill
Filerimos Hill is a wooded hill with serene pathways, historical ruins and panoramic views over the island. Visitors also meet free-roaming peacocks along the way.
Acropolis of Lindos
The Acropolis of Lindos is a clifftop ancient site above the village of Lindos on Rhodes. You climb steep stone paths to a reconstructed temple of Lindian Athena and wide views over the bay.
Rodini Park
Rodini Park is an old city park in Rhodes town, full of dense vegetation, shaded paths and ancient bridges. Free-roaming peacocks wander the grounds.
Tours to book
Prices are per person, booked with our partner, Shore Excursions Group.
Private Lindos Village and Kallithea with Panoramic Highlights
What to expect
Rhodes Town is the starting point for most scenic outings. A taxi or car takes you up to Filerimos Hill, where the views open over the north of the island, and there are historical ruins and serene pathways to wander. Peacocks roam freely there, so expect to share the paths with them.
Lindos is the main scenic destination. It is about 50 minutes by road from Rhodes Town. The village is built on a steep hillside with pedestrianised cobbled streets, so you walk the last stretch or ride a donkey or moped. The Acropolis above the village has ruins, a reconstructed temple of Lindian Athena and views over the bay. Scenic drives to Lindos usually include photo stops at St Paul's Bay.
Where to go
- Filerimos Hill. Panoramic views over the north of the island, historical ruins, serene pathways and free-roaming peacocks. By taxi or car.
- Acropolis of Lindos. Ruins, a reconstructed temple of Lindian Athena and views over the bay and village. Steep and slippery climb. About 50 minutes' drive from Rhodes Town, by tour or taxi. A trip that goes here: Private Lindos Village and Kallithea with Panoramic Highlights, 6 Hours 30 Minutes
- Lindos Beach. A town beach set against the ancient Acropolis, blending natural beauty with historic atmosphere. About 50 minutes' drive from Rhodes Town, by tour or taxi. A trip that goes here: Private Lindos Village and Kallithea with Panoramic Highlights, 6 Hours 30 Minutes
- St Paul's Bay. A common photo stop on the scenic drive to Lindos. By tour. A trip that goes here: Private Lindos Village and Kallithea with Panoramic Highlights, 6 Hours 30 Minutes
Getting there
Filerimos Hill and the Acropolis of Lindos are both reached by road. Lindos and its Acropolis sit about 50 minutes' drive from Rhodes Town, so a taxi or a booked scenic tour is the usual way. Within Rhodes city, the Acropolis of Rhodes is reached by bus line 5.
When to go
Views and drives work through the year. Summers are very hot, with heatwaves over 40 degrees in July, so an early start for the Acropolis climb makes sense.
Good to know
- Wear sturdy shoes for the Lindos Acropolis, since the path is steep, slippery and has many steps.
- Buses are often full and late, so a taxi or booked tour is easier for timing a return.
- Carry water and a hat for the hilltop and the Acropolis, especially in summer.
- Lindos has no cars inside the village, so plan on walking the cobbled streets.
Questions
What is the best scenic view in Rhodes?
Most visitors pick the Acropolis of Lindos for its views over the bay and village, or Filerimos Hill for panoramic views over the north of the island. Lindos is about 50 minutes' drive from Rhodes Town.
Can I see the views at Lindos without a tour?
Yes. A taxi or car gets you to Lindos, and you can walk the cobbled village streets. The Acropolis climb is steep and slippery, with more than 250 steps.
Is there a cable car or flightseeing in Rhodes?
No. Rhodes does not have a cable car or flightseeing. Hilltop and bay views come from road trips to Filerimos Hill and Lindos.
