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Every visitor to Rhodes should visit Lindos village at least once.
It is charming and photogenic, with white-washed buildings, narrow cobblestone streets, and the Acropolis on top of the hill.
It is also one of the busiest and most crowded parts of the island in the summer, so having a plan helps make this a better experience.
I’ve been to Lindos (and Rhodes) a few times over the past few years, and have recently been calling Rhodes home for the past 7 months.
This short guide covers 7 must-do things in Lindos to help you plan your visit.
🚗 Rhodes is a big island, which means you’ll need to rent a car. I prefer booking through platforms like Discover Cars, which takes some of the stress, questions, and uncertainty when it comes to insurance, paperwork, and coverage.
The view from the top of the Acropolis is a great way to spot the parking spots available around Lindos.
Are you looking for tips on rental cars? My recommendation is to always pick a high rating provider, with zero deposit and deductible. This price is without FULL insurance which I highly recommend ($92) so it comes to $66 per day. Trust me, book the insurance. It is easy to scratch a rental when the roads in Lindos are so narrow.
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- 🚌 Airport transfer: Rhodes to City Centre — easiest option from Rhodes Airport to City for $39 (private taxi)
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St Paul’s Bay
Probably the most famous and most photographed spot in Lindos is the small bay of St Paul’s, which sits directly below the Acropolis. The water is shallow and refreshing, and the bay is usually calm, even when the rest of the area around is windy, meaning it’s great for families with children.
There is a small chapel on the east side of the bay, and plenty of sailing boats usually come in and out, as well as day-trip boats.
For such a popular and busy place, you might think it is hard to find a spot. And you’d be right. Which is why you want to arrive early in the morning or later during the day.
The beach is mostly occupied by sunbeds from the nearby establishment, but you are usually allowed to put a towel down and go for a dip if there are not a lot of people. Otherwise, a pair of sunbeds goes for €60.
The restaurant on the west side (Tambakio) does some good, but slightly overpriced food, of course. If you are planning to dine here, pick a sunset day for the best atmosphere. And keep in mind you’ll need to walk on the sand to reach the restaurant.
👉 You can read more about visiting St Paul’s Bay here.
The Acropolis of Lindos
There is no reason to make it all the way to Lindos without going up the Acropolis at least once.
I also like to check the official survey of the most visited archaeological sites in Greece every year (yep 🤷♀️), and Lindos came in 3rd as usual after Knossos in Heraklion and the Acropolis of Athens. You can find the list here if you’re interested.
Which makes sense, as it is one of the most important and beautiful sites to visit.
To reach the entry point for the archaeological site, you can either follow the hand-painted signs, or glance at your maps and walk in that direction and then uphill for about 20–30 minutes. It might take longer if the roads are busy with people.
⚠️ Updated Cost: Always make sure you check updated information on costs when browsing blogs/websites. The 2026 ticket to Lindos is 20 euros.
As always, I recommend visiting archaeological sites in Greece with a guide. Not because I’m a snob that loves guides (even though both of these things are true), but because you don’t get as much of the information otherwise.
The site is hilly and you will need to watch your step if you have a mobility issue, but other than that, it has some of the most beautiful views over the bay, and great photo ops.
In the summer months, there are donkeys offering rides to the top of the hill. While I’m not opposed to the traditional mode of transport the donkeys served, I think us tourists, can get off our butts and walk the 20 minutes with no issue.
Walk around Lindos Village
Lindos village is only accessible by foot; your car will be left outside, so it makes sense to spend some time exploring the streets.
The village will feel like a maze the first few times, so make sure you give yourself enough time to explore, get lost, and discover new spots.
It is the small details that make this place come alive, of course. The cats in the alleyways, the light coming through on the stunning doorways into homes, and the flowers and herbs. Since the streets are incredibly narrow, you will be competing for space with tons of people, but that is to be expected.
Swim at Lindos Beach
On the other side of St Paul’s Bay you’ll find Lindos Beach, or Megali Paralia (Big Beach) as most locals refer to it.
The reason is… it is a huge beach, with sandy beds and a picturesque view of the hill behind you. It is fully organized with sunbeds and umbrellas, and you’ll also find plenty of tavernas, beach bars, and shaded areas if you prefer not to pay for a sunbed.
In terms of food, I definitely recommend checking out Palestra Lindos and Triton Restaurant. Both do excellent dishes.
Eat Fresh Fish
Greek summer is about Greek food. The go-to meal in the summer next to the water is calamari (or kalamarakia as we say), Greek salad, some fried anchovies (gavros), octopus, ouzo, french fries, and eggplants, or fresh vegetables.
In addition to the places I mentioned near Lindos Beach — Palestra Lindos and Triton Restaurant — you can also check out Lindos Yacht Club, which has an upscale but friendly atmosphere and some of the most amazing food.
Souvenir shopping
Of course, there is no shortage of souvenir shops and general shopping establishments around Lindos. I would actually argue this is one of the main things to do while walking around the narrow alleyways.
Try to go fast, or rush through the experience, and you’ll get frustrated.
If you slow down instead and start to do as everyone does, the time goes by a lot more smoothly.
While there are a ton of shops and places you can explore, I would recommend popping into Kori — a concept souvenir store that has a lot of interesting items that don’t scream “cheap tourist crap” and provide a nice memento to take home or give as a gift.
Stay Longer (if you can)
Most people visit Lindos as a day trip, and that’s fine. But as with a lot of busy places in the summer, staying a bit longer or overnight will show you a different part of the village.
The experience changes from hectic and busy, to calm and serene. The crowds thin out a bit and with the temperature dropping you can enjoy exploring on foot a lot more.
Cost of Day Trip to Lindos
Now let’s estimate what it would cost to have a day trip to Lindos.
| Expense | Price Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Transport KTEL | €11 ($13) (return) | |
| Transport (Private Tour) | $25 | This GetYourGuide provider is well priced. |
| Transport (Car Rental) | $30-60 (car rental plus fuel) | |
| Car Parking | €7 ($10) | |
| Acropolis of Lindos Entry | €20 ($24) | |
| Sunbed rental | €30-€50 (pair) | |
| Coffee/Snacks | €5-€10 ($7-$14) | |
| Taverna Meal | €40-50 ($45-$55) for 2ppl | for 2ppl |
⚠️ Cost: If you want to make your budget stretch longer avoid two things in Greece. One is these private ATMs that have huge fees but always have the best spots (ha!) and restaurants with menus in more than 2 languages or with flags and pictures of the food.
In my opinion, if you are not renting a car, it makes more sense to book a bus tour from Rhodes that will give you 5 hours of exploration time in Lindos.
Altogether, I would estimate a minimum of €50 per person for transport, the Acropolis ticket and some light snacks and €100 per person if you’re planning to also have lunch or dinner and rent one of the sunbeds.
I haven’t included any souvenir or other spending budget.
A super duper budget version of this would be getting the KTEL bus (€11 return) in the morning and evening, going to the Acropolis (€20) and having food from a bakery, like a sandwich and a water or coffee (€10). That would bring your total for the day to €41 without estimating your hotel for the day or any other meal.
I’ve written extensively on the cost of traveling to Greece in 2026, and how prices have risen, as well as what a low budget is now per day (€60 with no activities) and this day trip to Rhodes is in line with my estimations.
In terms of my expenses for 2026 while visiting Rhodes, I had:
- Parking: €7
- Entry to Acropolis €20
- Coffee and Snacks €6
- Beach Bar Snack & Coktail €24
This doesn’t include shopping or a full meal and also I did not rent sunbeds or have to pay for a car rental.
The total came to €57 for a day of exploring Lindos, which is definitely on the higher end, especially because I didn’t have a full sit down meal.
FAQ for Lindos
⭐ Can I drive and park in Lindos?
Yes! But you’ll have to park outside the village in various paid parking spots. All of them are about €7 per day. It is a bit stressful and packed in the summer, so aim to arrive before 10:00 AM for closer parking spots. For a good visual, look at the first photo in this article. You’ll spot the parking areas.
⭐ When is the best time to book dinner in Lindos?
Most tourists eat at 6-7PM. Most Greeks eat at 9-11PM. Sunset time in the summer is usually 8PM. Anything will be fine, but you might have to book way ahead, for the prime sunset location spots in the rooftop bars.
⭐ How much time do you recommend I spend in Lindos?
I would say 5-7 hours are plenty for a day trip, depending on how much you enjoy shopping, exploring or being in the sun. You can always relax in nearby beaches though.
⭐ Is the walk to the Acropolis difficult?
Nope. I would say it’s more of a slow trying-not-to-run-into-people walk, and while it is uphill I did it recently on my post-surgery knee and it was fine. Take it slow and make sure to bring enough water for the summer hours.
⭐ Are there any guided trips or tours you suggested from Lindos?
Sure!
Not far from Lindos Old Town, you’ll find Vlycha Beach. There are some interesting and nice day cruise options that depart from here either for sunset dining, or exploring the caves and swimming.
- Lindos: All Inclusive Cruise with Lunch & Unlimited Drinks **$65**
- Lindos, Pefkos: Sunset Cruise with Unlimited Drinks $42
- (BEST) Lindos, Pefkos:Summer Breeze 3 Hour All Inclusive Swimming Cruise $65+
Apart from these tours near Lindos, I also have suggestions for tours in general. These are my absolutely favorites I’ve done.
