Archaeological Museum of Rhodes : info and guided tour

Introduction to the Archaeological Museum of Rhodes

Housed in the former Hospital of the Knights of Saint John, in the heart of Rhodes Old Town, the Archaeological Museum of Rhodes occupies a remarkable Gothic building at 8 Akti Sachtouri. Its rooms and inner courtyards feature restored medieval architecture, with arcades, vaults, and pale stone, giving the site a strong historical atmosphere even before discovering the collections.

The museum brings together remains from Rhodes and the neighboring island, spanning several periods from Antiquity to later eras. On display are sculptures, funerary stelae, ceramics, mosaics, and everyday objects, which shed light on the religious, domestic, and artistic life of the region in the ancient Greek world.

It is particularly known for its funerary pieces and marble works, as well as for the quality of the presentation of antiquities within a heritage architectural setting. The visit makes it possible to connect Rhodes’ ancient history with that of the Knights, in a single monumental complex in the center of the medieval city.

Discover Rhodes with a private guide

A private guide can help you better understand the museum’s collections and place each object within the history of Rhodes, from Antiquity to the medieval period. Their guidance also provides useful context on the former Hospital of the Knights and on the museum’s cultural role in the old town.