Best Family-Friendly Beaches in Rhodes

Best for: soft sandy entry, lifeguard on duty, sunbeds and umbrellas, large parking lot

Faliraki Beach runs for nearly a kilometre along the east coast of Rhodes, just south of the resort town that shares its name. The beach is broad and sandy, with shallow, gentle water that shelves slowly — good for families with children. Waves are generally moderate, enough for a pleasant swim or some bodyboarding.

Type

Sandy

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Large lot

Certification

Blue Flag

Best for: sunbeds and umbrellas, beach bar on site, traditional taverna

Agathi Beach stretches along the eastern coast of Rhodes, just a short drive south of the fishing village of Haraki. It's a broad, sandy shore backed by a strip of tamarisk trees that cast welcome shade. The water shelves gently and is usually calm, with a moderate swell that seldom disturbs swimmers.

Type

Other

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Best for: sunbeds and umbrellas, beach bar on site, traditional taverna

Charaki Beach stretches along the east coast of Rhodes, a few kilometres south of the busy Faliraki resort. The shoreline is composed of smooth pebbles and shingle, with the occasional sandy patch, and the water is clear with a moderate swell that makes it pleasant for swimming.

Type

Other

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Best for: soft sandy entry, lifeguard on duty, sunbeds and umbrellas

Faliraki’s main beach, often referred to as Faliraki A, stretches along the east coast of Rhodes just south of the town centre. It is a broad, sandy beach with shallow, moderately calm waters, making it a popular choice for families and those new to water sports.

Type

Sandy

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Best for: soft sandy entry, lifeguard on duty, sunbeds and umbrellas

Faliraki B is the southern stretch of the long sandy beach that runs along the popular resort of Faliraki on Rhodes' east coast. The sand is soft and golden, and the water shelves gently, making it a safe choice for families.

Type

Sandy

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Best for: lifeguard on duty, sunbeds and umbrellas, beach bar on site

Ixia Beach stretches along the west coast of Rhodes, just north of Rhodes Town, where the coast is lined with hotels and apartments. The beach is predominantly pebbly and shingle, so bring appropriate footwear.

Type

Pebble

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Best for: soft sandy entry, sunbeds and umbrellas, beach bar on site

Kolymbia Beach stretches along the east coast of Rhodes, just south of the resort of Kolymbia. It's a wide, sandy beach with gentle, moderate waves, backed by low-rise hotels and a pine-covered hill. The sea slopes gradually, making it particularly suitable for families with children.

Type

Sandy

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Best for: sunbeds and umbrellas, beach bar on site, traditional taverna

Lardos beach stretches along the east coast of Rhodes, a couple of kilometres south of the village of Lardos, between Lindos and the southern tip of the island. The beach is a broad strip of coarse sand and small pebbles, gently shelving into calm, clear water that is typically moderate in wave exposure.

Type

Other

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside

Best for: soft sandy entry, lifeguard on duty, sunbeds and umbrellas, on-site parking

Beneath the towering acropolis of Lindos, the main beach curves around a sheltered bay, its soft golden sand and moderate waves drawing families and day-trippers. The seabed shelves gently, making it safe for children.

Type

Sandy

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Small lot

Best for: lifeguard on duty, sunbeds and umbrellas, beach bar on site

On the northeastern coast of Rhodes, just beyond the outskirts of Rhodes Town, this pebbly beach stretches along a built-up waterfront. The shingle slopes gently into the sea, and the water clarity is good, though moderate wave action keeps it from being perfectly still.

Type

Pebble

Wave conditions

Moderate

Parking

Roadside