This active beach resort on Rhodes' eastern coast has 5 kilometers of sandy beaches and a large water park. Popular among young tourists for its bars and clubs.
Faliraki, a coastal village on Rhodes's northeastern shore, stretches along a 7-kilometer beach where you can swim in 23°C Mediterranean waters. You can ride the extreme slides at Europe's largest water park, walk through the stone walls of the 4th-century BCE Sarantapichos ruins, or watch sunset from the 16th-century Prophet Amos Monastery. The village's beaches range from the active Central Beach with its water sports to the quieter Anthony Quinn Beach and the secluded St. Apostolos fishing harbor.
Swimming and Sunbathing at Faliraki's Beaches
The main Faliraki beach runs 5 kilometers along the coast, with water depths ranging from ankle-deep to over 2 meters. The beach meets Blue Flag standards for cleanliness and facilities, with 12 certifications. You'll find beach loungers and umbrellas every 50 meters, plus 15 shower stations and 8 restroom facilities along the shore. At the southern end lies Mandomata Beach, the area's designated naturist section, with a small tavern and two restroom facilities.
Water Activities in Faliraki Bay
From June through September, the Mediterranean water temperature stays above 23°C, making it ideal for water sports. You can rent jet skis, go parasailing, or join banana boat rides at three locations along the beach. Four diving schools run PADI certification courses and lead trips to nearby reefs and underwater caves.
Exploring Europe's Largest Water Park
The Faliraki Water Park contains six zones designed for different ages and swimming abilities. Children can play in three shallow pools and on five small slides, while adults can try eight high-speed tubes and three black-hole slides. A 400-meter lazy river connects all areas, and 20 certified lifeguards monitor the park during opening hours.
Ancient Sites Near Faliraki
Walk through the stone walls and foundations of Sarantapichos, a 4th-century BCE acropolis located 3 kilometers from the beach. The Prophet Amos Monastery, dating from the 16th century, sits 200 meters above sea level and contains original Byzantine frescoes. You can explore both sites without crowds, as they receive fewer than 50 daily visitors even in peak season.
Getting Around Faliraki
You can reach Faliraki from Rhodes Town in 20 minutes by driving 14 kilometers on the coastal road. Take bus route 32, running every 30 minutes between Faliraki and Rhodes Town, or route 34 for hourly trips to the airport (18 kilometers away). Local shops rent scooters and motorcycles from 50cc models for exploring nearby beaches and villages.
Weather and Seasonal Information
July and August temperatures average 30°C with no rain. The sea stays warm (above 23°C) from June through November, cooling to 17°C in winter. January temperatures range from 9°C to 14°C and bring the most rain, with 52mm falling over five days.
