Dodecanese (Rhodes / Lindos), Greece • Aegean Sea (Mediterranean)

St. Paul's Bay (Lindos)

A nearly enclosed turquoise lagoon crowned by the ancient 4th-century BC Acropolis of Lindos and the whitewashed chapel of Saint Paul.

St. Paul's Bay (Lindos) in Dodecanese (Rhodes / Lindos), Greece

Photo: Ввласенко (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons source

Local Notes & Setting

  • Almost completely enclosed rocky entrance keeps the bay mirror-calm like a heated swimming pool
  • Look up from the water to admire the ancient stone pillars of the Lindos Acropolis on the 116m cliff
  • Tambakio restaurant right on the sand serves upscale Greek seafood and crisp Assyrtiko wine

Water & Beach Specifications

Peak Summer Sea Temp 27.1°C (Peak Air: 32°C)
Monthly Sea Temps (May–Oct) May: 20.4°C · Jun: 24.1°C · Jul: 26.4°C · Aug: 27.1°C · Sep: 25.8°C · Oct: 23.2°C
Best Months May, June, July, August, September, October
Sand & Shoreline Golden Sand • Gradual Drop
Water Clarity Crystal Clear (Clarity: 4.95/5 • Scenery: 4.15/5)
Daily Cost Guide €65/day (Sunbeds: €30)
Coordinates 36.0889°N, 28.0861°E

Explore complete 12-month NOAA climatology curves for this coastline in our Greece Sea Temperature Guide →

Amenities

Watersports: Swimming Only
Naturist: Textile Only
Free Parking: Available
Bathrooms: Available
Showers: Available
Food / Tavernas: Available
Good for Kids: Safe Entry
Lifeguard: Seasonal Duty
Sunbed Rentals: Available
Natural Shade: Exposed
Wheelchair Accessible: Accessible

Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway

RHO · 30m drive

30-min drive from Rhodes Airport down the eastern coast.

Frequently Asked Questions about St. Paul's Bay (Lindos)

What is the water temperature at St. Paul's Bay (Lindos)?

The peak summer sea surface temperature at St. Paul's Bay (Lindos) averages 27.1°C (81°F), based on 30-year NOAA OISST satellite climatology.

What type of coast or sand is St. Paul's Bay (Lindos)?

St. Paul's Bay (Lindos) is classified as a golden sand shoreline located in Dodecanese (Rhodes / Lindos), Greece.

Is St. Paul's Bay (Lindos) good for families with kids?

Yes, St. Paul's Bay (Lindos) is suitable for families and children with manageable water entry.

Are there parking and facilities at St. Paul's Bay (Lindos)?

Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.

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