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Rhodes for
Families

2 neighbourhoods ranked · weighted for safety, family amenities, transit and walkability
👪 The verdict

Rhodes Old Town is the best Rhodes neighbourhood for families, scoring 71/100. Rhodes New Town ranks second with 55, and a tight race.

Rhodes Old Town is ideal for families who love walking medieval streets without needing a car—the entire neighborhood is pedestrian-only, car-free, and packed with kid-friendly cafes and gelato shops.

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The 2 Rhodes neighbourhoods ranked for families

These scores are weighted toward safety (30%) and family-friendliness (25%) for families. See methodology →
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Rhodes Old Town
Rhodes Old Town is ideal for families who love walking medieval streets without needing a car—the entire neighborhood is pedestrian-only,...
safety 65 family 88 walk 90
71
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Rhodes New Town
Rhodes New Town offers excellent transit links and broad appeal for families seeking modern amenities without the chaos of the Old Town
safety 65 family 35 walk 40
55

Scores 0–100. Data last updated May 2026. Click any neighbourhood for the full guide.

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Frequently asked

Where should families stay in Rhodes?
Stay in Rhodes Old Town. It is the highest-ranked Rhodes neighbourhood for families with a score of 71/100, weighted on safety, family amenities, transit and walkability. Rhodes Old Town is ideal for families who love walking medieval streets without needing a car—the entire neighborhood is pedestrian-only, car-free, and packed with kid-friendly cafes and gelato shops.
What is the best Rhodes neighbourhood for families?
Rhodes Old Town is the best Rhodes neighbourhood for families, scoring 71/100. Rhodes New Town is the second-best at 55/100.
Which Rhodes areas should families avoid?
All 2 Rhodes neighbourhoods in our ranking score at least 55/100 for families. None are explicitly unsuitable, though higher-ranked options like Rhodes Old Town are recommended.
How are these rankings calculated?
Each neighbourhood is scored 0–100 on 7 factors (walkability, food, safety, vibe, transit, family-friendliness, cost). For families, we weight these toward safety, family amenities, transit and walkability. Data comes from OpenStreetMap, Google Places and editorial review. Full methodology at /methodology.
Is Rhodes Old Town really the right choice for families?
Rhodes Old Town is ideal for families who love walking medieval streets without needing a car—the entire neighborhood is pedestrian-only, car-free, and packed with kid-friendly cafes and gelato shops. Walk score 90/100, food 80/100, safety 65/100, vibe 65/100, family 88/100.
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