These itineraries are sample frameworks designed to inspire your Rhodes holiday planning from Marmaris - feel free to mix and match activities, adjust timings based on your interests, swap locations according to the season, and create your own unique island experience. Consider them as flexible suggestions rather than rigid schedules, allowing you to discover Rhodes at your own pace while ensuring you don't miss the fixed ferry departures at 08:45 from Marmaris and 17:30 from Rhodes.
These comprehensive tips cover everything needed for exploring Rhodes from Marmaris - this large, diverse island (1,401 km²) is Greece's most visited island destination.
When planning how to get to Rhodes, the ferry to Rhodes from Marmaris is your convenient connection, with the 50-minute crossing providing access to an island offering everything from UNESCO World Heritage medieval towns to remote windswept beaches.
Check Marmaris Rhodes ferry departures carefully (typically 08:45 from Marmaris, 17:30 return) and book your Marmaris Rhodes ferry tickets in advance during high season.
Rhodes successfully balances mass tourism with authentic corners - the key is knowing where and when to go. The places to visit in Rhodes include the Medieval Old Town, one of Europe's best-preserved, and Lindos, ranking among Greece's most photographed villages.
With 300+ days of sunshine, extensive beaches on three coasts, and infrastructure for every budget, Rhodes satisfies all traveler types.
Respect the ferry schedule, rent a car for full exploration, book accommodations early, and prepare for an island that ranges from package holiday resorts to untouched mountain villages. This is where the Colossus once stood - and the island remains colossal in its offerings!
