Port guide · Greece
The walled city of the Knights, its entire old town a World Heritage Site. Ships berth at the foot of the walls: in 10 minutes you pass through a gate and you're inside. With more time, Lindos awaits on the east coast, with its white houses and acropolis.
Ships berth at the commercial port, north-east of the old town, and the walls are in sight as you step out. Walk 5–10 minutes along them and enter through the Marine Gate (St Catherine's Gate); the Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master are about 10 minutes further, in the northern part.
Time: 10 min to the old townApprox. price: Free
Flat path; cobbled streets inside
Time: Approx. 1 h 15 minApprox. price: Approx. €5–8 each way
Leaves from the east-coast bus station next to the New Market; departures are few, so check the return times carefully
Time: 1 h to LindosApprox. price: Fixed price before you get in
For a return trip, also agree how long the driver will wait in Lindos
Going to Lindos and back, with the visit, takes at least 4–5 hours: if your call is short, stay in Rhodes town.
Route 1
In through the Marine Gate
Socrates Street
The old town's shopping street, with a mosque and shops
Street of the Knights
The beautifully preserved inns of the Order's "tongues"
Palace of the Grand Master
The city's great castle, with mosaic floors; paid entry
Mandraki harbour
The deer statues at the harbour mouth, where legend places the Colossus
Route 2
White houses tumbling down the hillside to the sea and, on top, a Greek acropolis overlooking St Paul's Bay. By bus or taxi it's an hour each way; an organised tour with a guaranteed return to the ship is the easiest way.
Want it easy? Join an official MSC shore excursion, timed around the port call. If you booked your cruise with VIAJES FH, ask your advisor to add it for you.
Your advisor can add shore excursions, drinks packages and onboard internet.
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Transport and ticket prices are approximate, checked in November 2026, and may change. The latest all-aboard time is the one announced on board.