Can you swim in Rhodes?


Can you swim in Rhodes? Head for to the eastern part if you want to swim in calm waters and enjoy the fantastic scenery this peninsula is famous for. Depending on the tide, you can either walk or swim to the island. On Prasonisi Island itself, it's worth taking a walk to the lighthouse.


Is Greek sea safe to swim?

For the most part, the beaches of Greece are safe. Shark attacks are unheard of, and tides are barely perceptible throughout the country (with few exceptions). But, perhaps it's this perception of being in a very safe place that leads to swimmer's getting in trouble.


What is the toilet etiquette in Greece?

The biggest thing is to note is simply this: don't flush toilet paper down the loo. You will find there are bins to the side of the toilet where you can dispose of your tissue instead. The bins tend to have lids and foot pedals and are emptied at least once daily, so it's not as gruesome as it sounds.


Is the sea warm in Rhodes?

The graph below shows the range of monthly Rhodes water temperature derived from many years of historical sea surface temperature data. The warmest water temperature is in August with an average around 82°F / 27.8°C. The coldest month is February with an average water temperature of 61.9°F / 16.6°C.


Is it safe to walk around Rhodes?

It is actually considered one of the safest places in Greece to travel to. So it's no surprise that visitors to Rhodes also feel safe here. The crime rate is very low, which makes the island safe to walk around at almost any time of the day or night.


Which Greek island has the best beaches?

In brief: The Greek islands with the best beaches are Crete, Mykonos, Naxos, Milos, Paros, Ios, Lefkada, Zakynthos, Rhodes, Karpathos and more. The best for families with kids are Agios Georgios in Naxos and Agios Nikitas in Lefkada. The best for partying are Paradise Beach in Mykonos and Pounda Beach in Paros.