Regional destination guide
Dodecanese Destinations in Santorini & Greece
The Dodecanese are a sun-drenched island chain in the southeastern Aegean near the Turkish coast, prized for medieval architecture and reliable summer weather. Highlights include Rhodes and its walled Old Town, the religious island of Patmos, the volcanic caldera of Nisyros, and laid-back Karpathos and Symi.
DodecaneseAstypalaia
<p>Butterfly-shaped island bridging the Cyclades and Dodecanese, crowned by Venetian Querini Castle and whitewashed windmills.</p>
DodecaneseKalymnos
<p>Dodecanese island renowned for world-class limestone rock climbing, sponge diving heritage, and scenic boat trips to Telendos.</p>
DodecaneseKarpathos
<p>Mountainous Dodecanese island renowned for the living folk traditions of Olympos village and turquoise bays like Apella Beach.</p>
DodecaneseKos
<p>Third-largest Dodecanese island blending ancient Asklepieion medical ruins with cycling paths, sandy beaches, and thermal springs.</p>
DodecaneseRhodes
<p>Dodecanese island renowned for its UNESCO-listed medieval Old Town, Palace of the Grand Master, and coastal Lindos Acropolis.</p>