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Street Scams in Rhodes, Greece
Pickpockets, distraction thieves, fake petitions, and street hustles in tourist areas. Below are the street scams scams reported in Rhodes — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like Mykonos, Barcelona, and Krakow.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
2
Street Scams Scams
10
Total in Rhodes
How it works
A local asks you to photograph them and hands you their camera. When you return it, they drop it and blame you, demanding hundreds of euros for the supposed damage.
How it works
Women near Mandraki Harbour approach tourists and slip bracelets onto wrists claiming they are gifts, then aggressively demand €10–€20 and follow visitors who try to leave.
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10 total warnings across all categories