Rhodes is globally recognized for its timeless traditions and its cosmopolitan nature. Rhodes will most certainly capture your heart with its wealth of attractions and history. The old town of Rhodes is the best-preserved medieval settlement; included and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The street of the knights of Rhodes represents palatial residences of 7 different nationalities and will make you gasp in wonder. Walking in the cobbled streets, you cannot miss the chance to visit the Palace of the Grand Master. It stands as the centerpiece of the walled town. This significant landmark was in fact used as the last line of defense to protect the village during the Byzantine empire. The ‘coat of arms' is the symbol of the town, and is one of the very reasons why you must visit this wonder of the world during your summer holidays.

The bronze wonder of the ancient world, The Colossus of Rhodes, at some point stood at the entrance of the city’s harbor. The ships would sail under the feet of the statue of the sun-god Helios and at night the passage was closed with a gargantuan chain. One of the most important archaeological sites in Rhodes is the ancient Acropolis of Lindos. It stands 116m above sea level and is surrounded by the walls of the knights. Here you will get to see the impressive Doric Temple of Athena Lindia, which features the 4th-century village of Lindos. Built on a spectacular hilltop above an earlier temple, it remains to be the most popular village on the island.

If you are a lover of the sea or a so-called ‘Thalassophile’ (from the Greek words filos and Thalassa), the island of Rhodes will reward you with a variety of beaches. Kiotari beach offers daily cruises along the east coast of Rhodes. From here you can reach the famous beach of Prasonisi, which windsurfers and lovers of watersports can’t seem to get enough of. Anthony Quinn is also a renowned beach where you can spend a leisure day sunbathing, swimming, and snorkeling. The beach is 250 meters long and 10 meters wide. In fact, a Mexican actor known as Anthony Quinn bought this private bay hoping to create an international center for filmmakers and artists. For a romantic cruise in Rhodes, you can make several stops at beaches such as Afandou. You can proceed to the Kalithea springs which are known for their spa since ancient times for their therapeutic properties. You can also set sail to St. Paul’s Bay for a lazy day cruise in Lindos. The bay has two beaches that are both very nice for relaxing. You can stop for lunch at a restaurant and taste traditional Greek food. Setting out from Kolymbia, you can tour the scenic beaches of Agia Agathi, Kokkini Ammos (red sand), and the famous Tsambika beach on a motor yacht. Vliha, Mavros Kavos, and Trianta are also fantastic beaches with crystal-clear waters that you can add to your list during your sailing excursions in Rhodes.

You also have the opportunity to book a full-day cruise to Halki island or enjoy a trip from Rhodes to Symi by boat. Chalki (or Halki) is an island with an authentic Greek character that very much resembles the colorful houses that Symi displays. Do not miss the chance to visit Agia Thekla where you can stop for a lovely swim as it has been awarded a top spot in the Dodecanese islands. On the southern tip of Symi, Panormitis harbor offers great shelter for all types of yachts. Moreover, the monastery of Archangel Michael stands in the middle of the bay as one of the largest shrines of orthodoxy all over Greece. Finally, for an interesting Rhodes sailing itinerary, you can combine your trips with Symi with Fethiye or Marmaris in Turkey. This way you can immerse yourself in a new oriental atmosphere. Fethiye is a tourist town with lots of shopping opportunities and restaurants. Plus, the low prices at the Grand Bazaar make it a great way to top off your journey with some souvenirs you can bring back home with you.

If you get a glimpse of the map, lay your eyes on Rhodes and you will notice that there are many picturesque villages far from those near the shore.  The villages of Rhodes seem to be hidden almost on purpose and are in fact secret gems of the island. The village of Embonas is known for its wines and local costumes. The village of Apollona for it’s impressive folklore museum. The mountainous village of Agios Isidoros has a height of 532m. The village of Archangelos has a long tradition in ceramics and music. Afandou is the island’s weaving tapestry hub. Lardos is known for its Byzantine castles, Salakos for its many sources, Ialyssos with its museum of mineralogy and paleontology, and Eleousa with its Venetian buildings and taverns.

Below you will find some useful information for your yacht rentals in Rhodes.

Rhodes Marina: One of the most impressive marinas in the Mediterranean which is only 14km away from the airport. The marina offers top-quality services to private and commercial boats and has a capacity of 600 berths. All types of boats are moored in a friendly yet professional and secure manner for all yacht owners.

Mandraki Marina: Situated in the old town of Rhodes and here sailors can enjoy the ancient mystique of the colossal. The marina is situated 30km away from the airport by car and connects islands in Greece with those in Turkey such as Marmaris. A great marina for mooring with a capacity of 120 berths, easy to spot thanks to the medieval castle sitting above the hill.

Akantia Port: Serves as the largest commercial port of Rhodes

Faliraki Harbour: a small but pretty marina with several fish restaurants aside. May have a few spaces to accommodate vessels more suitable in the range of 20 to 30 feet in size.

Access to Rhodes

Airport: Diagoras International Airport with a distance of 13km from the west coast. Direct flights connect Rhodes to Athens and Thessaloniki daily.

By ferryboat:

There are ferry routes from Piraeus to Rhodes. The intermediate stops of the routes are the Patmos, Leros, Kalymnos, and Kos islands while the journey lasts approximately 12 hours.

There are also ferry connections to other Dodecanese islands and Crete.

Transport: Buses operate from Rhodes to Lindos with 20 routes a day at various times. Buses make stops at most beaches and cover the island efficiently.

Many pharmacies around the island.

In all the towns, villages, resorts, and islands of Dodecanese.

Open Daily 09:00 - 14:00 and 17:00 - 21:00 except Wednesdays and Saturdays only mornings. Sundays closed.