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Water Sports
With so many beautiful waters, Rhodes is the perfect place to take part in water sports. An incredible range is on offer, from more energetic activities like windsurfing, paragliding and water skiing to more peaceful aquatic pursuits such as scuba diving and snorkelling, not forgetting the just plain fun banana boats and doughnuts. Sailing trips and cruises are also available around the island. Head to the almost any beach or ask in your hotel to take part.
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Bars and Clubs
Internationally famed for its buzzing nightlife, Faliraki truly is the party town of Rhodes. Packed with bars and clubs, this is the place to be for anyone who wants to dance until the sun rises, and the places to head are the aptly-named Bar Street and Club Street. Faliraki will cater for anyone's party needs, with pop, R&B, rock and many more music types all on the menu. Just don't come here expecting a quiet drink!
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Water Park
The biggest in all of Europe, the Water Park will provide a full day of fun for all ages and bravery levels. Thrill-seekers should go for rides like Free Fall, Turbo Slide and Twister, while others can relax in the Lazy River or Wave Pool. With numerous rides to entertain the little ones, a trip to the Water Park will be remembered by all. Located just outside of Faliraki, the Water Park provides a free bus service from Mandraki Harbour in Rhodes Town.
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Go-Karting
For a turbo-charged day, head to Lardos Go-Karts, which features a large, exciting track, high-speed karts, a spectators' lounge and special karts for the kids. Go-karting is the perfect alternative for adrenaline junkies getting bored of lying on the beach.
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Agios Taxiarchas Church
A hidden gem in the older part of Lardos, Agios Taxiarchas Church is encircled by tall cypress trees. The impressive bell tower looms over the church, which represents a good example of traditional Greek architecture.
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Lindos Acropolis
The Temple of Lindian Athena at the Lindos acropolis was one of the most sacred sites in the ancient world, and as such was visited by Alexander the Great and, as legend has it, by mythical personages Herakles and Helen of Troy. The Hellenistic stoa contained within was built in about 200 BC, and other relics date from this period all the way through to the 13th century.
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Pantheon Waxwork Museum
A once-in-a-lifetime chance to see the gods and heroes of myth and epic poetry as the ancient Greeks might have imagined them. Sound and light displays bring the waxworks to life, and included in the display are such illustrious classical figures as Perseus and Herakles. Find the museum on the path up to the Lindos acropolis.
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Karma Reggae Bar
An alternative to the traditional Greek bars and clubs dotted around Lindos, Karma Bar is a hidden treasure. Run by a Caribbean couple, authentic reggae is played into a chillout room, complete with cushions. On a summer evening, leave the indoor bar for the outdoor courtyard, a wonderful way to cool down and enjoy the reggae beats.
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The Greek House
This popular restaurant is family run and friendly. It specialises in Greek food, and has a wide range of dishes to choose from, all of which are a delight to the tastebuds. For starters, try olives and pitta bread, followed by a main course of fresh seafood marinated in olive oil, onions and okra. For dessert, why not try yoghurt pie, or stick to cookies and pastries if you prefer - all traditional Greek produce. Wash it all down with a large glass of Grecian wine, or try Ouzu, an aniseed-flavoured liqueur and the national drink, for a truly Greek experience.
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Palace of the Grand Master
A fortress within a fortress, the Palace of the Grand Master was home to the Knights of Rhodes in the 14th century and a hideaway during threatening times. The impressive main gate leads through to the palace, while inside priceless Hellenistic mosaics, including one of the mythical snake-haired Gorgon, Medusa, line the chambers. Two exhibitions of Ancient and Medieval Rhodes are also housed inside, giving a good insight into life in times gone by. Find the Palace in Rhodes Town.
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Street of Knights
One of the most famous sights in Rhodes, the Street of Knights is a medieval street that, as the name suggests, was the meeting place for 14th-century knights. With stone buildings set with coats of arms and arching bridges, this ancient thoroughfare gives a great impression of historic Greece. The Street of Knights runs between the Palace of the Grand Master and the harbour.
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Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent
One of the town's main landmarks, this pink mosque was built to celebrate the sultan's victory over the Knights of Rhodes. Once a magnificent building, its minaret was removed in 1989 as it was deemed unsafe. The mosque is today closed to the public but it remains nonetheless a popular site for tourists. Located in Rhodes Town.
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Hamman Turkish Baths
Historically a relaxation spot for the well-heeled nobility, the Hamman baths are today open to the general public. Built in the mid-1700s, the baths are a wonderful place to soak and unwind. Be sure to take your own soap and towel, and be aware that males and females are separated while bathing. Find the baths in Rhodes Town.
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Shopping
For a diverse range of products, Rhodes New Town is the place to head. Upmarket boutiques sit alongside local clothing stores, giving you the choice between big-name brands and more traditional clothing. The busy courtyard is filled with market stalls selling crafts, jewellery, food and drink. With plenty of cafés in the surrounding area, you can refresh with a coffee before diving in again.
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Mandraki Harbour
The main port of Rhodes for over 2,500 years, Mandraki harbour connects the Old and New Towns of Rhodes. Statues of a doe and a stag watch over and supposedly protect the harbour, standing at the entrance in the spot where the Colossus is believed to have once stood. Boat trips leave from Mandraki harbour to neighbouring island Symi and also Turkey.
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Aquarium
The largest aquarium in Greece with almost 40 tanks providing naturalistic conditions for all manner of Mediterranean underwater life, including tropical fish, turtles and octopuses. The aquarium plays an important part in helping to conserve the marine animals of the Mediterranean. Find the aquarium in Rhodes Town.
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Casino
Set in a grand hotel complex, the casino offers dining, meeting rooms and accommodation alongside as well as the traditional games room. Table games such as roulette and blackjack are accompanied by over 300 slot games if you're feeling lucky. Find it in Rhodes Town on Papanikolaou Street, a short walk away from Mandraki harbour.
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Water Sports
With so many beautiful waters, Rhodes is the perfect place to take part in water ...Read more -
Bars and Clubs
Internationally famed for its buzzing nightlife, Faliraki truly is the party town ...Read more -
Water Park
The biggest in all of Europe, the Water Park will provide a full day of fun for ...Read more -
Go-Karting
For a turbo-charged day, head to Lardos Go-Karts, which features a large, exciting ...Read more -
Agios Taxiarchas Church
A hidden gem in the older part of Lardos, Agios Taxiarchas Church is encircled by ...Read more -
Lindos Acropolis
The Temple of Lindian Athena at the Lindos acropolis was one of the most sacred ...Read more -
Pantheon Waxwork Museum
A once-in-a-lifetime chance to see the gods and heroes of myth and epic poetry as ...Read more -
Karma Reggae Bar
An alternative to the traditional Greek bars and clubs dotted around Lindos, Karma ...Read more -
The Greek House
This popular restaurant is family run and friendly. It specialises in Greek food, ...Read more -
Palace of the Grand Master
A fortress within a fortress, the Palace of the Grand Master was home to the Knights ...Read more -
Street of Knights
One of the most famous sights in Rhodes, the Street of Knights is a medieval street ...Read more -
Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent
One of the town's main landmarks, this pink mosque was built to celebrate the ...Read more -
Hamman Turkish Baths
Historically a relaxation spot for the well-heeled nobility, the Hamman baths are ...Read more -
Shopping
For a diverse range of products, Rhodes New Town is the place to head. Upmarket ...Read more -
Mandraki Harbour
The main port of Rhodes for over 2,500 years, Mandraki harbour connects the Old ...Read more -
Aquarium
The largest aquarium in Greece with almost 40 tanks providing naturalistic conditions ...Read more -
Casino
Set in a grand hotel complex, the casino offers dining, meeting rooms and accommodation ...Read more
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