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What it's like

The Acropolis of Lindos sits on a rocky hill above the village of Lindos. Its remains reach back through many ancient civilizations, and the most visible structure is a 4th-century BC Doric temple dedicated to Athena Lindia.

A visit means a steep, slippery climb of more than 250 steps, so it suits walkers in sturdy shoes. Lindos Beach and St Paul's Bay lie at the foot of the hill, and the view from the top takes in the bay below.

Good to know

  • Wear sturdy non-skid walking shoes; the path includes cobblestones, inclines, gravel and grass.
  • The climb is very steep and slippery, with more than 250 steps, and has no handrails.
  • Visitors with wheelchairs or limited mobility are not advised to attempt the climb.
  • The site has an entrance fee and is open until evening from March to December.
A place to visit: ​
Ancient site, with views

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.

How to get there
Lindos is about 50 minutes' drive from Rhodes Town.
Time needed
About half a day with the drive, 4 hours on a private half-day tour.
What it costs
Entrance to the site is paid, and donkeys for part of the climb can be hired at the entrance of the town for a fee.
Suits
Walkers who like ruins and views
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Tours that go here

Prices are per person, booked with our partner, Shore Excursions Group.

Tour
Rhodes

Best of Lindos and Rhodes

5 hours
Standard
5.0
​ (
68
)
$119
a person
54
ancient_sites
beaches
historic_towns
Tour
Rhodes

Lindos On Your Own

6 hours 30 minutes
Standard
4.5
​ (
17
)
$48
a person
162
ancient_sites
beaches
historic_towns
Tour
Rhodes

Private Lindos and Beach

5 hours 30 minutes
Standard
​ (
)
a person
385
beaches
Tour
Rhodes

Private Ancient Lindos

4 hours
Private
​ (
)
a person
403
ancient_sites
beaches
historic_towns
Tour
Rhodes

Private Ancient Lindos and Rhodes

8 hours
Private
​ (
)
a person
404
ancient_sites
beaches
historic_towns
Tour
Rhodes

Private Lindos Village and Kallithea with Panoramic Highlights

6 hours 30 minutes
Private
​ (
)
a person
406
local_culture
scenic_views
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Rhodes
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Rhodes
Hill with ruins

Filerimos Hill

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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.

Tours here from ​
​ a person
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Museum

Palace of the Grand Master

Rhodes

The Palace of the Grand Master, called Castello, is a Knights' fortress that now works as a museum. Walk in from the Old Town streets and spend time among its halls.

Tours here from ​
$108
​ a person
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36.445771
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Ancient site

Acropolis of Rhodes

Rhodes

The Acropolis of Rhodes is an ancient hilltop site above Rhodes town, where you walk among the ruins of an old city and take in the view.

Tours here from ​
​ a person
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36.4402
28.2109
Ancient city

Kamiros

Rhodes

Kamiros is an ancient city on Rhodes, one of three ancient cities on the island. The ruins give a clear picture of ancient Greek life, and you walk the stone remains on foot.

Tours here from ​
​ a person
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