E-bike tour Rhodes Old Town: Palace, Harbor & Acropolis

Medieval gates, harbor, ancient stadium e-bike tour with effortless climbing in one morning

An e-bike sightseeing tour of Rhodes that covers the Old Town, Mandraki Harbor, and the Acropolis of Rhodes on Monte Smith, with frequent photo stops and commentary from a local guide. The tour runs 2.5 hours and departs in the morning or at sunset. E-bikes, helmets, water, snacks and coffee or tea are included, and the guide speaks English.

Step-by-step itinerary

E-bike tour of Rhodes highlights

• Ride through Old Town alleys
• Pass the Palace of the Grand Master
• Visit Mandraki Harbour and see statues
• Pass the Clock Tower
• See Elli Beach and aquarium
• Explore Acropolis and Monte Smith park

The Experience

The e-bike handles the hills around Rhodes, which means you cover more ground than you would on foot and arrive at each stop with energy left to look around. You'll ride through the alleys of the Old Town—a UNESCO World Heritage Site—passing through medieval gates and stopping at the Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes, the fortress that anchors the district. The guide points out the architecture and history as you move, and you get time to photograph each spot before moving on.

Mandraki Harbor is where the tour shifts to the water views. You'll see the two bronze deer statues that mark where the Colossus of Rhodes once stood, and the Castle of Saint Nicholas (now a lighthouse) that guards the harbor mouth. The windmills come into view as you ride along the waterfront, and the route takes you past Elli Beach and the aquarium building before heading inland toward Monte Smith.

Monte Smith holds the Acropolis of Rhodes—not the famous one in Athens, but the ancient hilltop where Rhodians held athletic games in honor of Helios. The e-bike gets you up to the archaeological park, where you'll see the restored Roman Odeon, the Hellenistic stadium from the 3rd century BC, and the temple remains of Athena Polias and Zeus Polieus. If you book the sunset departure, this is where the light hits last. The whole loop takes 2.5 hours, and the guide wraps up the day's stops before heading back.

What’s included

• E-bike and safety helmet.
• bottled water and snacks.
• coffee or tea.
• free photos taken during stops.
• local guide commentary in English.
• all fees and taxes.

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Explore Rhodes

Is this one for you?Small groups keep the pace manageable and the guide's attention on everyone, which works well if you want to see the major sites without rushing or navigating on your own. The e-bike does the climbing, so the tour suits anyone who wants to cover more ground than walking allows but doesn't want to arrive exhausted.

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Top questions

What's the difference between the morning and sunset departures on this Rhodes e-bike tour?

Both departures follow the same route through the Old Town, Mandraki Harbor, and Monte Smith Acropolis, but the sunset tour times the final stop at the Acropolis to catch the light over the archaeological park and the sea beyond. The morning departure prioritizes the cooler hours and the detail you can see in daylight.

Do I need to be fit to ride an e-bike tour in Rhodes?

The e-bikes handle the climbing, so the tour suits all physical fitness levels. The minimum age is 14, and the tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or poor cardiovascular health.

What exactly is the Acropolis of Rhodes, and how is it different from the one in Athens?

The Acropolis of Rhodes sits on Monte Smith, a hill in the northern part of the city. It held an ancient stadium built in the 3rd century BC where athletic games were held in honor of Helios, the sun god. You'll see the restored Roman Odeon, temple remains, and the stadium itself—all smaller and less crowded than the Athens Acropolis, and part of a green archaeological park you can walk through.

What's included in the e-bike tour price?

The tour includes the e-bike and safety helmet, bottled water, snacks, coffee or tea, and all fees and taxes. The guide also provides free photos during the stops, and commentary throughout the 2.5 hours in English.

Where does the tour start, and do I need to arrange my own transport to get there?

The tour operates in Rhodes, and public transportation options are available nearby the starting point. You'll want to confirm the exact meeting location when you book.