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Try the nightlife in Lindos
Nightlife here mainly centres on the hotels, but there are bars in the village that’ll sort you out with an ice-cold Mythos beer. And for something livelier, there’s always Lindos. Here the nightlife is as laid-back or as full-on as you want it to be – you can take your pick from rooftop cocktail bars, shaded tavernas or late-night clubs.You’ll find some excellent tavernas in the village and along the beach. These serve up traditional Greek dishes like moussaka and stifado – a stew made with beef and shallots. There’s no shortage of fresh seafood either – you’ll see swordfish and king prawns cropping up on menus all over the place. And when you fancy more choice, head to the restaurants around Lindos’s main square.
Read MoreIt’s all about the home cooking at this taverna, where you can eat on a flower-decked terrace overlooking verdant lawns. Here you’ll enjoy dishes like grilled octopus, cheese saganaki and stuffed vine leaves, accompanied by salads grown in the restaurant’s vegetable garden. And do try one of the local wines – there are more than 85 in the cellar.
Read MoreLardos Beach is one of the best on the island and it’s just 10 minutes away. This Blue Flag winner offers up soft, golden sand that shelves gently into turquoise waters. You’ll find the full menu of watersports available, including paragliding, jetskis and pedalos. The clear waters make it a brilliant spot for diving and snorkelling, too.
Read MoreThe supermarket will sort you out for essentials, but otherwise you’ll need to head to Lindos, where the souvenir shops sell locally made jewellery, ceramics and leather accessories. And for a proper shopping trip, you can always visit Rhodes Town, where you’ve got big names like Zara and M&S in the new town, along with department stores stocking designer brands.
Read MoreLindos isn’t just about nightlife – far from it. You’ll also find the remains of this acropolis, which date back to the 6th century BC. Be sure to take lots of water with you – it’s a steep hike up, though you can make the ride easier by travelling on a donkey. And at the top you’ll be rewarded with top-notch views over Lindos Beach.
Read MoreRhodes Town goes back to its Medieval roots for this ever-popular festival, where the locals dress up for parades and the streets fill with jugglers, jesters and fire-eaters. There are archery contests and puppet theatres, as well as a market, complete with wooden stalls selling traditional handicrafts. And the whole thing is topped off with a Medieval-style banquet.
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