Shopping
Rhodes is a great place to shop, with a vast selection of
jewellery, ceramics, carpets and leather goods, as well as local
wine, honey and olive oil on sale. The best shopping in Rhodes is
in the Old Town, which has outlets selling modern, classic and
antique reproduction jewellery, as well as leather goods available
on Socrates Street. Near the Palace of the Prince Grand Master
there is a shop with antique carpets, paintings and porcelain.
Local honey can be bought in the villages of Siana and Vathi, while
hand-woven carpets are sold in the villages of Lindos, Afandou and
Archangelos, and in some of the monasteries. Lace and embroidery
are also available in various shops throughout the island. The
Ministry of Culture Museum has a shop selling reproductions of
ancient statues, friezes, tiles and vases.
The town of Rhodes has outlets offering local wines, Greek olive
oil and some uniquely-styled shoes, as well as the usual book
stores and clothing retailers. Ceramics are available from the
Keramik factory outlets, and there are numerous gift shops near the
main beaches selling cheap souvenirs, T-shirts and beachwear.