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Passport / Visa

The guide was updated: 2024-09-17

Greece can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of most European countries, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travellers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport, but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.

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Rhodes International Airport (RHO)

Rhodes International Airport (RHO)

The international airport of Rhodes "Diagoras" is located 16 km from the city centre, near the village of Paradhissi. You can take the local bus to get to the town. The last bus leaves from the airport at 11:30 pm. You can also get a taxi, and the cost will depend on the time, the traffic and the number of luggage pieces you are carrying.

Passport / Visa

Passport / Visa

Greece can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of most European countries, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travellers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their intended trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport, but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

As Rhodes is one of the most southern islands in Greece, it has a milder climate and a long season of summer, that lasts from the beginning of April until the end of November. However, all services and sights are open throughout the year, so there is still plenty to see and to do during winter from December until the end of March, and you do benefit from lower prices and less crowded places.

Public Transport

Public Transport

Public transportation serves as the most affordable means of navigating Rhodes. The central hub for this network is conveniently situated in Rhodes Town. From here, buses depart on a regular schedule, ferrying passengers to major destinations across the island. These include the historic Lindos, quaint Gennadi, lively Afandou, vibrant Kallithea, picturesque Tsambika beach, the charming Anthony Quinn Bay in Ladiko, and the tranquil Seven Springs. Two local companies — RODA and KTEL — shoulder the responsibility for the island's bus services.

Taxi

Taxi

Taxis are certain to be more expensive than a bus, but they are usually faster and more convenient. You can hail a cab on most streets, and you can always find more drivers around the port area, close to the airport or next to major tourist attractions. You can book a taxi by calling on any of the following phone numbers: +30 22410 69800 +30 22410 85444 (Faliraki station) +30 22410 66555 (Radio taxi "Diagoras") Uber launched its service on Rhodes in April 2023.

Post

Post

There are numerous post offices on Rhodes. You'll find the main post office ELTA in the historic building on Eleftherias Square. However, there are other shops close by as well but be aware that most of the shops close at noon.

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

There are several pharmacies across Rhodes town (and island), and a central one is "Rhodes Pharmacy – Athanasios V. Dimitrakopoulos" in the Old Town. Each pharmacy has a notice in the window directing you to the nearest on-duty pharmacy that is open late.

Telephone

Telephone

Country code: +30 Area code: 2241

Electricity

Electricity

Greece uses the Type F electrical plug with two round pins, same as in many countries in Continental Europe. The standard voltage is 230 volts, but some hotels have special plugs for 110 or 120-volt shavers.

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