Cruises to Rhodes

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Rhodes (Photo:Porojnicu Stelian/Shutterstock)

About Cruising to Rhodes

Rhodes, with an average of 300 sunny days per year and mild temperatures in the winter, has been a popular tourist attraction for centuries. Located 12 miles off the coast of Turkey, it's the largest of Greece's 12 Dodecanese islands. Rhodes sits in the Aegean Sea, and its beautiful blue green waters reflect a tropical paradise. The island features 35 beaches and many cultural and historical attractions.

The view from the sea is spectacular as you sail into the port of Rhodes. It's one of the best preserved medieval towns in the world and a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site. The ship disembarks its passengers just outside of Old Town, a maze of cobblestone streets, flanked by historic buildings dating from the 14th century.

Between the city's sturdy walls, magnificent palaces, fascinating museums and ornate mosques line the narrow, atmospheric passageways and carefully planned squares. Souvenir shops, restaurants and boutiques are plentiful in Old Town.

The main attraction here is the Palace of the Grand Masters, built in the 14th century by the Knights of St. John. The structure survived an earthquake but was destroyed by an explosion in 1856; it was later restored by the Italians in the 1930's. Now a museum, the palace contains priceless mosaics, sculptures and exhibitions of medieval and ancient Rhodes civilizations.

But it is not just Old Town that attracts visitors to this beautiful island. The New Town, located across Mandraki Harbor from Old Town, contains a large marketplace, the Nea Agora, which contains a food court, gift shops, cafes and bars. New Town also offers many luxury hotels and beautiful beaches that attract vacationers who enjoy paragliding, windsurfing, swimming and sunbathing. A casino also is available for those who want to try their luck at games of chance.

Cruise ships offer half-day tours that include Old Town sites and full-day tours that include jeep tours of the island and visits to the ancient city of Lindos with its cliffside acropolis, whitewashed houses and picturesque scenery. Guided tours and excursion boat tours are also available, but just walking around with a guidebook will be enough to enjoy this interesting and picturesque part of the world.

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More about Rhodes

Why Cruise to Rhodes?

Pros:

The town of Rhodes is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring spectacular beaches and beautiful views

Cons:

It can be very hot in Rhodes, so be sure to where protective clothing and stay hydrated

Bottom Line:

There is a lot to see, do and experience in this historic town, much of which can be done on foot

Rhodes Cruise Port Facilities?

The port offers easy access to ATM's, Internet cafes and shops in town, but there's not much at the port itself. Taxis stop at the port for passengers who want to explore the New Town or other areas.

Good to Know?

Uneven pavements and cobblestones. Also beware of the heat, which can catch you unawares as you're browsing. Wear a hat, sunscreen and carry bottled water to avoid dehydration. When dining out, a service charge is included in the price of meals on the menu, but you can add an additional tip if you feel the service was exceptional. When visiting mosques, it is advisable to wear respectful attire: long pants or long skirts and head coverings. Also, taking photographs inside churches is considered disrespectful.

Getting Around?

Rhodes' Old Town is easily explored on foot, but wear comfortable shoes. Taxis are also plentiful.

Currency & Best Way to Get Money?

The currency is the euro. This island is the top tourist destination in the Dodecanese, and the proprietors certainly don't want you to run out of cash -- so you'll find plenty of banks, currency exchanges and ATM machines.

Language?

It's Greek, but English is widely spoken.

Where You're Docked?

Ships dock at the port located on the north tip of the island, about a 10-minute walk to town.


Rhodes Cruise Reviews
We love Rhodes. Our cruise stopped there on a Sunday. There wasn’t a lot open, a few shops near the ship was coming and went ahead and opened. My favorite sandal shop was open, and I was able to pick up a beautiful pRead More
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Sparkie57
A wonderful included walking tour in this very lovely and ancient city of Old Rhodes!Read More
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RoRothman
Book with Half Price Tours - varied excursions on the website and very affordable. Rhodes is doing fine after the fires. Old Town is stunning, don't miss the castle inside the castle walls.Read More
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Ilovesun3438
Rhodes was amazing! We used Google Maps to walk around and find a beach. Then we ate Gyros from a little cafe we found on the way to the beach - amazing food and wonderful sights in this city! Highly recommend explorRead More
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