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Acropolis of Lindos

Lindos, Greece

History

A rocky hilltop above Lindos crowned by the Temple of Athena Lindia (about 300 BC), a monumental staircase, a Hellenistic stoa and a Knights' castle. The outcrop is 116 m high and reached by stairs, so allow time and energy for the climb.

Nearest town
Lindos, Greece
Category
History & culture
GPS
36.0916, 28.0880
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Hours, fees and access change. Confirm with the operator or park before you go.

Good to know

Best time to go

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March, June and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)

Getting there

  • Greece: Motorway tolls. Motorway limit for cars: 130 km/h.

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Nearby

Campsites nearby

  • Place for tents near the churchCampsite
    6 km from Acropolis of Lindos
  • Wild camp around the lakeCampsite
    12 km from Acropolis of Lindos
  • Place for tents near the Water tank, protected from the windCampsite
    24 km from Acropolis of Lindos
  • Κατασκηνώσεις Προφήτη ΗλίαCampsite
    24 km from Acropolis of Lindos
  • Place for tentsCampsite
    24 km from Acropolis of Lindos
  • ParkingMotorhome stopover
    25 km from Acropolis of Lindos
    Motorhomes

All campsites in Greece · Campsite data: © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL 1.0 · Updated October 3, 2026

FAQs

Where is Acropolis of Lindos?

Acropolis of Lindos is in Lindos, Greece, at GPS 36.0916, 28.0880. It is about 204 km from Sitia.

Can you camp near Acropolis of Lindos?

Yes. The nearest campsite listed in OpenStreetMap is Place for tents near the church, about 6 km away; within 25 km there are 10 campsites and motorhome stopovers.

Which road trips pass Acropolis of Lindos?

Acropolis of Lindos is a stop on these CampingSpirit trip guides: Dodecanese: Rhodes, Lindos, Symi, Kos, Nisyros, Karpathos and Patmos.

What is there to see near Acropolis of Lindos?

Places worth a stop nearby: Valley of the Butterflies (Petaloudes), Rhodes (29 km), Medieval Old Town of Rhodes (41 km), Symi Harbour (Gialos) (62 km) and Olympos Village, Karpathos (91 km).

When is the best time to visit Acropolis of Lindos?

The most pleasant months are usually April–May and September–November. Still fine, with some compromises, in February–March, June and December. (Estimate from long-term temperature averages, terrain and pass seasons)