Cruises in Rhodes

General Information about Rhodes Greece

The island of Rhodes is located southeast of the Aegean Sea and belongs to Greece. This city has been famous, among other things, for its main tourist attraction, the Colossus of Rhodes.

Rhodes is the largest Greek island and measures 1401 km2. The official language of Rhodes is Greek, but you will find quite a few people who communicate in English. Rhodes has a population of 130,220 inhabitants (2011) and the island has its own airport, Rhodes Airport (RHO), located approximately 12 km from the city of Rhodes.

The name of Rhodes comes from Rodo, the nymph who had children with Helios, god of the sun and patron of the island.

Travel to Rhodes by Cruise

You can get to Rhodes in different ways. You can visit Rhodes from Piraeus, the port of Athens, or other Greek destinations such as Santorini or Mykonos. In this case, the journey can take quite a long time if you go direct, but you can do a cruise itinerary to Rhodes. This island is located in the Dodecanese archipelago, so it has a sea connection with its nearby sisters.

If you think about how to get from Rhodes to Ios, you should keep in mind that you can take a ferry or plane to the second island. In the first case, the navigation time is usually 7 hours, while in the second it usually takes around 1 hour.

In addition, you can visit Symi from Rhodes, a beautiful island close to the territory of the Colossus. You can visit Rhodes for one day, although if you have some time left over, you will not regret spending more than two or three days.

Finally, we mention that it is possible to travel to Rhodes with little money since this island is very cheap compared to its Greek sisters.

Getting around Rhodes Greece

If you are wondering about the forms of transportation in Rhodes, then we will show you what they are.

The best way to explore the island of Rhodes is with your own car. You can also rent a car in Rhodes. This will allow you to get to know the territory from head to toe, stopping quietly at monasteries, towns, and beaches. This option is very convenient for travelers visiting Rhodes as a couple, family, or with friends (in a group) since they can split expenses.

Many companies usually offer transportation services around Rhodes and Greca is one of them. Do not hesitate to ask about our packages and excursions around the island.

If you have an idea of ​​​​navigation and you dare, you can explore the island of Rhodes by boat or ferry this is a perfect option to tour the island in a short time and from another perspective, as you will be able to access places of interest that you would not otherwise be able to.

Best Time to Visit Rhodes

Rhodes Island is a summer tourist destination, so the peak season is in July and August. However, if you decide to visit Rhodes in June, September, and October, they are also good months to travel to Rhodes. In this case, the accommodation will be cheaper, there will be more available and you will not find so many crowds in places of interest.

Top Attractions of Rhodes

Are you wondering what are the most important attractions in Rhodes? Next, we will tell you a little about them.

1. Rhodes Town
2. Palace of the Grand Master of the Knights of Rhodes
3. Archaeological Museum of Rhodes
4. Panagia Tou Kastrou Church of Rhodes
5. Socrates Market Street
6. The Valley of the Butterflies

Top Beaches of Rhodes

The island of Rhodes has many beaches that have complete food, bathroom, and umbrella services, with beautiful views and golden sand. We mention some of them.

Elli Beach

According to different critics, it is one of the best beaches in the Mediterranean. From there you can visit the port of Mandraki and the aquarium of Rhodes. In this place, water sports are usually practiced, thanks to the clarity of its waters, to beach volleyball, due to the quality of the sand. It is one of the largest and busiest beaches on the island and is full of umbrellas and sun loungers that you can rent.

Kallithea Beach

It is one of the favorite beaches of tourists who visit Rhodes, as it is known as a natural spa where the waters are usually harmonious and low. It has its own cafe with a view of the sea and you have the possibility of renting beach tents, umbrellas and sun loungers.

Faliraki Beach

It is an extremely clean beach, which is only open during the summer season. Its crystal-clear waters and golden sands provide the traveler with an incredible paradisiacal place to rest. You can also find bars and clubs around it, so the nightlife there is quite busy.

Anthony Quinn's Bay

This beach tends to be quite crowded during the summer, especially by contingents of Italian tourists. Its name comes from the famous Hollywood actor, who owns part of this area. The bay is ideal for snorkeling and diving, as well as sunbathing on the sun loungers. You should keep in mind that much of this beach has rocks instead of smooth sand and is surrounded by a lot of vegetation.