Rhodes Old Town
Walk the fortified UNESCO-listed medieval city and its atmospheric lanes.
Dodecanese · Greece
Rhodes Ferry & Destination Guide
Explore Rhodes Old Town, Lindos and the island’s beaches, then use one of the Dodecanese’s busiest ferry gateways for Piraeus and neighbouring islands.
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Discover Rhodes
Rhodes combines one of Europe’s finest medieval old towns with a large island of beaches, archaeological sites and villages, making it a destination worth several days rather than just a ferry stop.
Rhodes Old Town is enclosed by immense medieval walls and filled with lanes, courtyards and monuments such as the Palace of the Grand Master and Street of the Knights.
Lindos, on the east coast, pairs a whitewashed village with an acropolis above two sheltered bays, while beaches and resorts extend around much of the island.
Blue Star Ferries’ 2026 schedules continue to link Rhodes with Piraeus and other Dodecanese islands, while regional operators provide additional inter-island services.
Rhodes uses more than one port area for domestic and international passenger services, so the exact quay depends on the operator and route.
Rhodes Town also has a lively modern side beyond the medieval walls, with cafés, restaurants, beaches and the Mandraki harbour all within a compact area. Staying near the town is particularly practical for travellers using early or late island ferries.
Travellers with more time can explore the Valley of the Butterflies, ancient Kamiros and villages in the island’s interior, as well as the long east-coast beach resorts. A rental car or organised excursion makes it easy to turn a ferry arrival into a broader island stay.
City highlights
What to see while you are in Rhodes
Rhodes mixes major medieval heritage with classical archaeology, island villages and a long beach-lined coast.
Palace of the Grand Master
Visit the monumental castle complex at the heart of the old town.
Lindos
Explore the white village and climb to the acropolis above the Aegean.
Mandraki Harbour
Stroll the historic harbourfront beside central Rhodes Town.
Acropolis of Rhodes
See ancient remains on Monte Smith above the modern city.
Island beaches
Choose from sheltered east-coast bays and windier west-coast beaches.
Tours & experiences
Things to Do in Rhodes
Browse Rhodes Old Town tours, Lindos trips, boat cruises and island experiences before or after your ferry journey.
Tours and activities displayed in this section are supplied through Viator. Availability, descriptions and prices are provided by the activity supplier and can change.
Arriving or departing by ferry
Rhodes Ferry Terminal
Check the exact operator and boarding quay carefully because walking distances between the different port areas can be significant with luggage.
Blue Star Ferries’ 2026 operation confirms Rhodes links with Piraeus and a chain of Dodecanese ports including Kos, Kalymnos, Leros and Patmos on selected itineraries. Regional services add further island connections.
Rhodes Town has several adjoining harbour areas. Domestic ferries commonly use Akandia and nearby commercial quays, while some international passenger services use the tourist port closer to the old town.
Passenger portRhodes passenger ferry port, Rhodes Town, Greece
Main connectionsPiraeus, Kos, Symi, Karpathos and other Dodecanese islands
OperatorsBlue Star Ferries, Dodekanisos Seaways and route-specific operators
VehiclesVehicle and foot-passenger options vary by route and vessel
Check-inConfirm the exact harbour area, operator and reporting time on your ticket
Plan your stay
Getting around Rhodes
Rhodes Town is easy to explore on foot, while buses and hire vehicles are useful for Lindos, beaches and the island interior.
Walk Rhodes Town
The Old Town, Mandraki and central waterfront are best explored on foot.
Use island buses
Regular buses connect Rhodes Town with Lindos, resorts and many popular beaches.
Drive the island
A car gives the greatest flexibility for mountain villages, remote beaches and full-island touring.
Stay in Rhodes
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Stay in Rhodes Town, Lindos or near the beach
Rhodes Town is best for ferry convenience and history, Lindos for atmosphere, and the east coast for resort-style beach stays.
Common planning questions
Rhodes ferry & destination FAQs
Where is Rhodes Ferry Terminal?
Rhodes Town uses several adjacent harbour areas. The exact quay depends on the operator and whether the service is domestic or international.
Can I sail from Rhodes to Piraeus?
Yes. Blue Star Ferries continues to operate Rhodes–Piraeus itineraries in 2026.
Can I sail from Rhodes to other Dodecanese islands?
Yes. Current services connect Rhodes with islands such as Kos, Kalymnos, Leros, Patmos, Symi and Karpathos on different routes.
Can I take a car on ferries from Rhodes?
Yes on many conventional domestic ferries, although vehicle carriage depends on the vessel and route.
Are international ferries from the same quay?
Not always. Some Greece–Turkey passenger services use different harbour areas from domestic ferries.
What are the best things to do in Rhodes?
Rhodes Old Town, the Palace of the Grand Master, Lindos, Mandraki Harbour and the island’s beaches are highlights.
Is Rhodes Town easy to explore without a car?
Yes. Central Rhodes Town is walkable and buses serve major island destinations.
Should I book Rhodes ferries in advance?
Yes in summer, particularly for vehicles, cabins and popular island-hopping dates.
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