Category: Museums

Rhodes walking tour & Museum of Ancient Greek Technology

Built in the 1400s, the walled fortifications that wrap around Rhodes Town are a medieval masterpiece. See them from a different perspective with this small group walking tour along what was once the city's impregnable moat. Our local insiders will help bring the past to life. Fotini, one of our guides, says, ‘Walking on the moat takes you back to the days of the knights defending their castle from massive walls, towers and bastions.' Plus, you'll visit the highly rated Museum of Ancient Greek Technology, too.You'll set off along a well-preened path that for centuries served as Rhodes Town's last line of defence – the now-dry moat, which meanders under the walls for some 3km. As you stroll along, marvel at the array of architectural styles – from Crusader to Italian fascist – that your guide will point out while filling you in on the town's fascinating past. ‘You can admire the architecture from the period of Italian occupation and see how the Italians intended to build a New Rome here,' says Fotini.We'll work our way from the medieval walls to the Museum of Ancient Greek Technology. Nominated for the European Museum of the Year award in 2019, it's one of Rhodes's lesser-known attractions. Exclusive skip-the-line ticket admission means you'll get to see the exhibits straight away. Highlights include musical instruments, ancient Greek siege weaponry and what's believed to be the world's first ever robot. This compact family-run museum packs a punch well beyond its size.