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Rhodes: Ancient Lindos Acropolis Regular Admission Ticket

1. Rhodes: Ancient Lindos Acropolis Regular Admission Ticket

Avoid the lines at the ticket office with this skip-the-line and uncover the ancient history of the Lindos Acropolis. During your visit, you will come to understand why the Acropolis of Lindos is widely considered to be the most impressive archaeological site on Rhodes. The archaeological remains found on it and around the hill are a testament to the wealth of the ancient town. Wander around all sides of the hill and get some marvelous views, revealing a dramatic natural landscape and the picturesque beauty of the modern town. Take as much time as you need to explore the site. Explore the great Doric Hellenistic Stoa and the Castle of the Knights of St. John. Make your way to the top of the Lindos Acropolis, where you will find the ruins of the Temple of Athena Lindia.

Rhodes Town: Private Walking Tour with a Licensed Guide

2. Rhodes Town: Private Walking Tour with a Licensed Guide

Meet your friendly guide in Rhodes city center and travel back in time as you discover the city's medieval history. Learn more about the era of the Knights of Saint John and Rhodes' Italian roots as you stroll around the UNESCO-listed town. Follow in the footsteps of the world's most important philosophers, astronomers, and inventors and listen to their stories. Witness the city's incredible architecture as you wander through towers and bastions and the remains of the city walls. Enjoy an insider's insight into the way of life of Rhodians before ending your tour back in the city center, where your guide can advise you on the best local eateries.

Rhodes' Ancient Wonders: A Shore Excursion from the port

3. Rhodes' Ancient Wonders: A Shore Excursion from the port

With an air-conditioned vehicle, tour guide and lunch included, all you need to worry about is making lifelong memories. The tour starts at Mandraki Harbor, where the legendary Colossus once stood. Admire the St. Nicholas Fortress which towers over the landscape. It is suitable for hotel guests staying in Rhodes Old Town, as well as cruise ship passengers arriving at the Rhodes Port! First we set off to Lindos, one of the world’s most important archeological sites. Travel through the centuries in this melting pot of Ancient Greek, Roman, Byzantine and even Medieval civilizations. See the Acropolis, a historic citadel perched atop a hill, and marvel at the breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. In the serene village of Kalathos, visit a family-owned ceramics workshop and see the ancient traditions of craftsmanship, handed down from one generation to another. Sample exquisite local honey and olive oil, from the family’s own production. Rhodes was the biggest wine exporter in Ancient Greece, and the island’s grapes have been making people tipsy for nearly 3,000 years. As you join the wine tasting and experience the aroma and body of the local varieties, remember that you are not merely tasting wine: you are tasting history. Saving the best for last, finish in the Old Town of Rhodes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This medieval city, with fortified walls, winding streets, and historic landmarks, transports visitors back in time. Turkish Mosques, Jewish Synagogues, bathhouses and ancient libraries all mingle in a charming town dotted by restaurants, cafes and boutiques. As you board your ship or go back to your hotel, reflect on a day spent in the jewel of the Mediterranean. A place where you breathe in thousands of years of history in the air of the sea. A day you will never forget.

Lindos: Acropolis Entry with Guided Audio Phone Tour

4. Lindos: Acropolis Entry with Guided Audio Phone Tour

Experience the Acropolis of Lindos at your own pace with a skip-the-line e-ticket and a captivating self-guided audio tour on your smartphone. Travel back in time to experience the glory of the Acropolis of Lindos, towering over the modern town of Lindos on the island of Rhodes. Put on your headphones and explore the multi-layered history of the Acropolis of Lindos, through the remains of the temple of Athena Lindia, the Propylaea, and the Church of Saint John. Through the power of storytelling, learn the history and little-known stories and anecdotes from past times. The content of the tour is the result of in-depth research, distilled into brief original stories that will make your visit both engaging and educational. The audio tour can be used repeatedly and at any time, before or after your visit. This is an unmissable opportunity to gain valuable insights into the historical development and multiple uses of the important stronghold of Lindos on the island of Rhodes, and relate to your surroundings in an entirely original way.

Rhodes: Palace of the Grand Master Ticket and Private Tour

5. Rhodes: Palace of the Grand Master Ticket and Private Tour

Embark on a private tour of Rhodes’ medieval palace, the Palace of the Grand Master. With your ticket included, all you need to worry about is enjoying your personalized tour with a licensed guide.  Enjoy skip-the-ticket-line entry to the palace, once home to the leader of the Knights of St. John of Rhodes. Once in, explore the beautiful rooms in the palace, now a museum featuring medieval furniture, elaborate mosaics, and archeological exhibits.  Learn about its eclectic history, from its origins as a Byzantine fortress, then the knights’ residence, later restored under the Italian occupation after an explosion, and now home to a museum. Adjoining the palace is a wonderful walk around the fortified town walls, with the entrance at the top of the Street of the Knights.  Stroll down the preserved medieval street that houses seven inns, one for each of the Knights’ birthplaces – England, France, Germany, Italy, Provence, Auvergne, and Aragón.

Rhodes: Private Day Trip to Lindos Village & Acropolis

6. Rhodes: Private Day Trip to Lindos Village & Acropolis

Village of Lindos: Visit Lindos village full of picturesque alleys, traditional aromas and cosmopolitan attitude forms a unique puzzle no one can resist. Above the modern village of Lindos rises the acropolis of Lindos. You will reach there through a short steep-stepped footpath climbs the rocky 116m-high. The Ancient Acropolis of Lindos is a natural citadel which was fortified successively by the Greeks, the Romans, the Byzantines, the Knights of St John, and the Ottomans. From here the panoramic view of the city and the sea is breathtaking! Filerimos Hill: We will also visit the Byzantine Monastery of Our Lady of Filerimos situated at Filerimos hill. The monastery was built in the 15th century by the Knights of Saint John, who had conquered the island that time. The monastery is dedicated to Virgin Mary the Life-Giving Source (Zoodochos Pighi) and its architecture is much different than the usual monasteries in Greece. Acropolis of Rhodes: We continue to visit the Acropolis stood on the hill now known as Monte Smith and consists of the Temple of Apollo (the remains of the temple of Athena Polias and Zeus Polieus) the archaeological park that contains the Hellenistic stadium, built in the 3rd century BC, where the athletic events of the Alioi Games took place. Stroll at the Medieval Town: We return back to the old Medieval town of Rhodes which is listed in the World Heritage Sites List of UNESCO, one of the best preserved medieval settlements in the world. We stroll in its meandering streets with the most famous of all, the Street of Knights. At the highest point in this road we will see the grandiose castle, the Palace of the Grand Masters, with its enormous towers and now a wonderful museum. It is worth exploring the large Hall of the Council, the Knights’ Dining Hall and the private chambers of the Grand Master. You will admire the mosaics and the decorated floors dating from the Early Christian times.

Lindos: Sea Kayaking & Acropolis of Lindos Tour with Lunch

7. Lindos: Sea Kayaking & Acropolis of Lindos Tour with Lunch

Discover Lindos with a sea kayaking tour that starts at the closeby, Vlicha Beach. Perfect for any adventure-lover, this tour incorporates sea kayaking, walking, history, and good food all in one. Admire the historical treasure of Lindos, away from the crowds, and from many angles. To begin, paddle along the coastline, passing beautiful rock formations and hidden caves. Admire Lindos from afar as you pass, promising to be back soon. Then, explore picturesque St Paul’s Bay – voted one of the most beautiful bays in Europe. Afterward, enter another world, paddling through an extraordinary Sea Canyon, which leads to Navarone Bay. Here, enjoy some time exploring below the water's surface, taking a break from paddling to snorkel in this beautiful secluded area with its stunning blues, greens, and refreshingly cool water. Once rejuvenated, turn back towards Lindos, this time to get up close to history and experience its wonders for yourself. This picture-perfect town, with its small traditional white-washed houses, is perfect for all types of tourists. Beauty, history, sandy beaches, restaurants, cafes, and shops all make Lindos a must on any visitor’s list. But first, take the opportunity to relax and take in the surroundings while enjoying a delicious homemade Greek meal at a restaurant by the beach. After lunch, set off on a short hike up to the main village. There, let the quaint alleys lead you to the imposing Acropolis of Lindos which you will visit and where you will learn about the Temple of Athena.

Rhodes: Guided tour of Lindos, Rhodes City, and Kallithea

8. Rhodes: Guided tour of Lindos, Rhodes City, and Kallithea

Uncover the beauty of Rhodes island on this guided bus day trip. Capture a picture of where the Colossus of Rhodes once stood on your tour of the sights in Rhodes City. Step back in time as you explore the seaside Kallithea Springs. Walk the picturesque streets of Lindos. Enjoy pickup from a meeting point in Faliraki, Kallithea, Rhodes City, Ixia, or Ialysos. Sit back and relax in a spacious and air-conditioned medium size bus on the scenic drive up Mt. Smith to see the Panoramic view of Rhodes city and the Acropolis of Rhodes. Then see the most important landmarks in Rhodes, take a photo where the Colossus of Rhodes once towered, pass by Rhodes administrative center, the historical Mandraki Port, and see the medieval Rhodes Town Then continue the tour, drive along the coastline to the Kallithea Springs, and have 1 hour to explore the site. Buy tickets to the stunning seaside springs, which feature a monument with a charming garden and a picturesque turquoise bay with a swimming area. Hop back on the bus and make your way to the scenic Lindos village. Take a photo from the Panoramic Lindos observation viewpoint. On the guided orientation tour, discover Lindos settlement and learn about the ancient Lindos city-state. Then have some free time for lunch, see gift shops, or walk to the Acropolis of Lindos. Return to your meeting point at the end of the tour.

Lindos Acropolis: 3D Representation & Audio Self-Guided Tour

9. Lindos Acropolis: 3D Representation & Audio Self-Guided Tour

Explore the ancient Greek Temple of Athena in Lindos on the island of Rhodes, and see its most important parts come to life on your phone with the touch of a button. Witness the beauty of this archaeological site through 3D representations of its monuments, an audio guide, and written information. Learn how the goddess Athena is connected with the Knights of the Order of St. John, as well as the relation between the emperors Tiberius and Diocletian and the island of Rhodes – by reading or listening to the temple's history. Aim your mobile camera at any part of the monument to reveal its name with Augmented Reality (AR) technology. See a 3D model of the ruins appear on your screen in their original form with panoramic views. Hear the many stories this sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Athene Lindia has to tell: from the foundation of the first temple in the 6th century BC, its heyday during the Hellenistic period, until its transformation into a medieval castle.

Lindos: Lindos Village and Acropolis Guided Walking Tour

10. Lindos: Lindos Village and Acropolis Guided Walking Tour

Meet your guide in Lindos, located outside of Rhodes Town, in the southeast of Rhodes island. Wander together through the narrow streets of the village. Built on top of the ruins of the ancient city, these small white cubic houses maintain a unique architectural character and are a protected site today. Learn about the history of the ancient town and the habits of its people today and in the past. A path carved on the hill since antiquity will lead you to walk 297 steps uphill to visit the Acropolis at the top. The walls have been protecting this fortress since medieval times. On the way down, relax in a nice local cafe and enjoy a refreshing drink.

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The Acropolis of Rhodes is highly recommended when you are in the village of Lindos. You must wear good (not slippery) shoes. Lots of climbing but when you get to the top you really get your money's worth. You can certainly soak up culture here.

Fortunately, the fast pass allowed us to pass through. It was a pity that there is no sign at the entrance that you can walk straight through with the fast pass. Only when an employee saw that I had one did he say that I could continue.

Contrary to some reviews, the skip the line ticket worked very well. The audio guide is easy to use and very comprehensive. It allows you to learn more about the acropolis and its history.

Great application!!accurate guide,which offers you a personalized and detailed tour, and compines past (history) with present through augmented reality!

Great expience, very helpfull! It provides accurate information and full quidance at the monuments!!it is easy to handle Its highly recommended