Rhodes is one of Greece's most beautiful islands in the Aegean Sea, where a medieval Old Town of the Knights, sunny beaches and ancient history meet. For travelers it's an ideal summer destination: a warm sea, a UNESCO heritage town and rich cuisine. Let's see how to reach Rhodes from Tbilisi, what to know about the visa and budget, and what to see on the island.
✈️ Getting there from Tbilisi
- There's no direct scheduled TBS → RHO flight yet — the trip is with a connection
- In summer seasonal charter flights with tour operators are common
- Popular connections: Athens or Istanbul, ~6-9h total
- Ticket price: $300-560 return, depending on the season and how early you book
- Rhodes International Airport (RHO) — ~15 km from the center, ~25 minutes
- Time difference: Rhodes is 1 hour behind Tbilisi
🛂 Visa, ETIAS and entry
Georgian citizens don't need a visa in advance for a short visit to Greece — visa-free stays of up to 90 days within any 180 days are allowed in the Schengen zone. Greece is a full Schengen member, so the border rules are standard — see visa-free countries for Georgia.
From 2026 you'll need an ETIAS authorization before entering Schengen — online, for a small fee. Details in the ETIAS 2026 guide. Also make sure your passport is valid for long enough — see the passport validity rules.
Greece's currency is the euro (EUR). Cards are accepted almost everywhere in the town and big resorts; a little cash is handy for small tavernas and beach cafés. For exchanging money, see the currency exchange guide.
🏛️ Top attractions
- Rhodes Old Town: a UNESCO heritage site, one of Europe's oldest inhabited medieval towns
- Palace of the Grand Master: a massive fortress-palace at the end of the Knights' street
- Street of the Knights: a perfectly preserved cobblestone street
- Acropolis of Lindos: an ancient temple on a cliff above a white village (~50 km)
- Mandraki Harbour: where legend says the Colossus once stood
- Tsambika and Faliraki beaches: clean sea and sunny days
💰 Budget
- Hotel: 3★ $70-115/night || 4★ $120-200/night (higher in season)
- Food: a taverna lunch $11-19; dinner at a good restaurant $21-36
- Transport: bus to the Old Town and beaches $1.50-3
- A day trip to Lindos: $19-35
- Museum/palace entry: $6-12
🗓️ Best season and practical tips
The best time to visit Rhodes is May-June and September-October — the sea is warm and the heat is much milder than in July-August. In midsummer the island is crowded and hot (35°C+), so factor the heat into your day — tips in the European heatwave travel guide.
If you want to explore Greece more deeply, add Athens or Thessaloniki to one trip — both connect to Rhodes by a domestic flight. As a seaside alternative, weigh up Antalya too. For internet, get an eSIM on arrival, and to compare flights and dates — the Travel365 price calendar.
Rhodes Old Town has cobblestone streets — comfortable shoes are essential. The climb to the Acropolis of Lindos is in full sun, so visit early in the morning or in the evening, and bring water and a hat.
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