Explore on your own rating
You dock beside a UNESCO-listed medieval town.
Where ships dock
- Rhodes cruise port, next to the medieval Old Town
Getting to town
The Old Town gates are a 5–15 minute walk from the ship.
KTEL buses to Lindos leave from the New Market/Mandraki area (10–15 minutes' walk): about 75–90 minutes each way, about €5.50 reported.
Fares are as reported by the sources below and change often. Treat them as estimates.
Money & entry
Currency: Euro (€). Cards are widely accepted; carry some cash for small purchases.
Entry: U.S. passport required. ETIAS (the EU travel authorization) is NOT yet in operation: the official EU site says no applications are being collected and a start date will be announced several months ahead (checked Oct 2026). Don't pay any site claiming to sell ETIAS now. The EU Entry/Exit System (EES) does register non-EU travelers' passports and biometrics at Schengen external borders.
Top sights nearby
- Palace of the Grand Master
- Street of the Knights
- Mandraki harbor
- Lindos acropolis (bus or tour)
Beaches
- Elli Beach (in town)
- St. Paul's Bay, Lindos (far)
Safety & tips
- Cobbles are uneven; wear good shoes.
- Lindos is a long day; check bus return times.
- Midday is very hot.
Check U.S. State Department travel advisories before you sail.
⏰ Back to the ship on time
From Lindos allow 2 hours back.
Ship time can differ from local time. Your ship won't wait for independent travelers.