10 Best Things to Do for Couples in Rhodes

Island hopping in Rhodes is an amazing opportunity for discovery, both of this Aegean paradise and each other as you explore a cluster of magical lands. While some of these islands are famous, such as Rhodes and Kos, others are off the beaten path and offer a hidden gem of tropical beauty.

The chain is called the Dodecanese Islands. It gives the chance to see the dramatic views of Karpathos, Olympos, the Asclepelon of Hippocrates and the castle on Astypalea with its incredible views of the sea and scenic beaches of Psili, Ammos, Livadi and Kaminakia. Rhodes has several main ports, and island-hopping trips can be booked from many.

Saint Paul’s Bay is a pebble and sand beach with high rocks and deep waters, offering an ideal environment for cliff diving adventures and dramatic shoreline views. Getting to this beach requires a bit of a walk after you park, but the views are completely worth it. It’s also reachable on foot from the Lindos city centre. The beach also has 2 creeks with a small and scenic chapel. The calm beaches are popular with locals and visitors alike.

On the right side, you’ll find island music, sunbeds and dining opportunities. The left side is quiet and serene. Lindos is about 51 minutes south of the city centre of Rhodes, and the bay is about an 8-minute walk from there.

Rhodes Beach Clubs offer the opportunity for a party-all-day (and all-night) vibe with great music, strong and delicious cocktails and a purely celebratory atmosphere. What many people are surprised to discover is that this island has relatively few beach bars compared to other areas of Greece, but the ones here are lots of fun.

At the Eli Breach Bar, 10 minutes north of the city centre, you can order food and drinks from your sunbed with a pure party atmosphere. At Oasis Beach Bar, about 27 minutes south of Rhodes, you’ll enjoy a scenic bar carved right into the rock face with a chill vibe by day and a party vibe when the sun goes down.

A sailing trip around the islands gives you the chance to engage in adventure in a new way as you soak up the island sun from a yacht or private boat. Whether you book a group tour leaving from a major port or you hire a small vessel with just the two of you and the captain, you’ll get to explore the waterways of the Aegean sea with opportunities to learn about the many islands along the way and see the shoreline from a different perspective.

On these trips, you may get the opportunity to dive off the boat, swim in the sea, and go snorkelling or scuba diving. You might even see dolphins swimming alongside the boat.

A couples’ spa allows you and your partner to relax and recharge after a day of adventure or to gear up for the night’s activities in a truly luxurious and romantic way. Rhodes is a destination for resort-goers, and many of these resorts offer a spa facility with many pampering treatments from massages to saunas, Jacuzzi-style hot tubs or full fitness facilities.

Some of the most popular facilities on the island include the Chanti Spa Retreat at the Alila Resort and Spa, the Serenity Spa at Elysium Resort & Spa, the Rodos Village Beach Hotel & Spa and the Atrium Palace Thalasso Spa Resort & Villas. Many don’t require you to be a guest at the resort to use the facilities.

Kolona Harbour is a hidden gem among picturesque waterfront ports. It is just a short hop northwest of Mandraki Harbour and provides scenic views and delightful surroundings. It’s in the shadow of the city walls and opposite the scenic Marine Gate. This makes for gorgeous scenery as small fishing boats come in and out all day while you sit and enjoy a savoury bite to eat or some ice cream.

Charming small souvenir and gift shops can be found here. There are even shops on some fishing boats. These sell various keepsakes and seashell-oriented gifts, so you can find a fantastic keepsake to take home with you. It’s all just a few minutes from the heart of the city centre.

Sunset in Rhodes is nothing short of magical, with the sky erupting into brilliant shades of orange, yellow, red and pink and reflecting off the crystal-clear waters. Some of the most popular spots include Mount Smith, just next to the Acropolis, where you’ll catch spectacular views from the Apollo temple's historic ruins, the sun god's abode. At Monolithos Castle, at the westernmost point of the island, you can catch an unobscured and undisturbed view of the horizon from 236 metres above the ground.

From Kritinia’s Castle, you can view the majestic skyscape from the 16th-century Byzantine fortifications. From Filerimos Hill’s viewpoint, you’ll capture iconic scenes backed by a towering 17.8-metre cross.

A romantic dinner in Lindos provides the opportunity to grab a delicious meal of local cuisine from some of the most secluded restaurants. Scenic Lindos, about an hour south of the city centre of Rhodes, has a wide range of delicious dining options near stunning historic ruins. Among the more popular are the Village Café, the terrace dining at Melenos, the former sea captain residence of Kalypso Restaurant and the popular tavernas at Mythos or Pallas Beach.

For a luxurious experience, check out the white tablecloth dining at Ambrosia, and for a casual old-world feel, check out the pebble floors and cosy surroundings at Eklekton. Any of these options has delicious food and distinctly romantic surroundings.

Rhodes rooftop bars offer the chance to kick back with delicious craft cocktails, highballs or a good beer with spectacular views of the city and shoreline mixed with party vibes. At these bars, you can relax in cosy surroundings with a quiet dinner for 2 as the sun dips below the horizon and the quaint village and stunning countryside stretch before you.

Some popular rooftop bars include Amalfi Social Lounge Bar, with its extensive food and cocktail menu, and the Courtyard Bar, with its open-air panoramic views of the Old Town region. It stands 3 storeys above the ground. Upstairs you can sample craft cocktails, while downstairs, traditional Greek dancing goes on all night.

Greek nights in Rhodes are village parties offering a look into local entertainment with Greek music, traditional village dances and delicious food. At these celebrations held in towns and villages all over Greece, including Rhodes, you will enjoy live music and dance demonstrations performed by talented Greek dancers. You’ll also be encouraged to learn how to do the dances yourself.

You can enjoy the real village experience on these nights and soak up authentic local colour and culture. This is where you’ll learn through experience what the term “Kefi” really means, outside of its literal sense of high spirits. It’s the ultimate village festival for your romantic escape.