We travel to Rhodes with our own daughter, so we know what works for children – and for parents who also want to relax. These are the days out, beaches and restaurants we recommend to families staying at Villa Pastida.
From a day on the water to a race on the go-kart track: these outings are all a short distance from Villa Pastida.
Our own family's first choice is a boat trip with Summer Dreams: swimming in turquoise bays, a generous lunch on board and a Dutch-Flemish family running the cruise.
Discover Rhodes from the water, with swimming and snorkelling stops and a generous lunch buffet on board. Summer Dreams is run by a Dutch and Flemish family; the guides speak several languages and the cruise is very popular with families.
The water park of Rhodes is one of the largest in Europe, with thrilling slides, wave and toddler pools and attractions for every age. A guaranteed favourite on a hot day.
Learn to make Greek dishes together in the village of Archangelos: a fun and tasty activity for the whole family. Children can join from the age of 6. More information at rhodescookingclass.com.
Just a ten-minute drive from the villa is a go-kart track where older children (and parents) can really let off steam.
Child-friendly bowling lanes and arcade games indoors, and a mini-golf course outside. They also serve tasty snacks. A good alternative for an afternoon or evening when it is just too hot for the beach.
Explore the bays of Rhodes at your own pace. At Easyboat in Faliraki you rent a boat with or without a skipper: take the helm yourself, or sit back while the children snorkel and swim in the turquoise water.
Rhodes is greener than many people expect. These places are perfect for a quiet morning or an afternoon in the shade.
Less than five minutes from Villa Pastida, you can discover everything about bees and the traditional honey production of Rhodes. Great fun for all ages, including the little ones – and an ideal outing on a day when the weather is less kind.
A charming farm in green surroundings, with warm Greek hospitality and activities for the whole family.
A shady valley that is home to thousands of butterflies in summer. An enchanting walk along paths, little bridges and streams.
A green oasis with crystal-clear springs, winding paths and a peaceful atmosphere. Children love exploring it all.
Faliraki (approx. 15 min) has shallow water and every facility. Tsambika (approx. 30 min) is a long sandy beach with water sports. At Club 8 in Faliraki children are welcome at the large heated pool, and at Costa Mare (12 min) the planes fly in spectacularly low.
You will find all beaches with driving times in our beach guide.
Children are always welcome in Greek restaurants, even late in the evening. These are places our own family loves to go.
Enclosed grounds with a play area for children, so the adults can take their time at the table. And one of the best meze restaurants on Rhodes, with views over the sea.
The pancakes with red berries and chocolate are our daughter's absolute favourite. Perfect for breakfast or lunch in the village.
Homemade ice cream and cakes a few minutes' walk from the villa. In our opinion the best ice cream in Pastida.
A lovely place in Rhodes Town for families: there is a playground, so the children can play while you enjoy your meal in peace.
You will find more places in our guide Restaurants on Rhodes.
Villa Pastida has a private pool and a rooftop jacuzzi, so you can also have a wonderful day at home. There is room for 6 adults plus babies, and the village with its bakery, ice-cream parlour and tavernas is within walking distance.
Diving into the pool is not allowed – for everyone's safety.
Yes. Rhodes has sandy beaches with calm, shallow water on the east coast, one of the largest water parks in Europe in Faliraki, nature parks such as Seven Springs and the Valley of the Butterflies, and tavernas where children are always welcome.
The Bee Museum is less than 5 minutes from Villa Pastida. The go-kart track is 10 minutes away, the water park and SkyPark Bowling in Faliraki about fifteen minutes, Rhodes Farm 18 minutes and Seven Springs 20 minutes.
Faliraki for its shallow water and facilities, and Tsambika for its long sandy beach and water sports.
Between June and September, when thousands of butterflies gather in the valley.
The Bee Museum, less than 5 minutes from Villa Pastida, is fun for all ages and ideal when the weather is less kind. SkyPark Bowling in Faliraki is indoors too. Or enjoy a quiet afternoon by the villa's private pool.
A private pool, rooftop jacuzzi and an authentic Greek village around the corner. Boutique luxury for the whole family, centrally located on Rhodes.
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