Traveler Information in Rhodes

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Halachic Times in Rhodes

When can you put on Tefillin? When is sunset? When does Shabbat start?
For all Halachic times today in Rhodes

Security and Safety

Rhodes is a calm Greek island, allowing you to walk its streets without fear even in the evening hours. However, it is always advisable to adhere to basic safety rules:
Store large sums of money and essential documents in the hotel safe (some hotels do not have a safe in the room but a central safe room).
Be alert in crowded places.

For added security, keep the emergency numbers for Rhodes:

• Police: 100
• Ambulance: 166
• Tourist Police: 177
• Fire Brigade: 199
• Port Police: 108

Israeli Embassy in Athens (there is no embassy in Rhodes):
Address: 1 Marathonodromon str 154 52 P. Psychiko
Phone: 210-6705500
Email: pr@athens.mfa.gov.il

Transportation in Rhodes

Rhodes airport is located about fifteen kilometers north of Rhodes City, near Paradisi village,
Options for reaching the city:

1. You can take a taxi to the city for a fixed price of 25 euros.
2. Public transportation: Buses leave the airport every half hour, reach the city and pass near Chabad House. The bus station is located on the left side as you exit the field.
3. Car rental: If you are planning a multi-day trip, it is preferable to rent a car at an affordable price and reach any point in the city relatively quickly.
   As you exit the field on the left, you will see several car rental booths. It is recommended to compare prices between booths.

Car rental

Prices offered by various rental companies range from 20 euros per day (for a multi-day rental off-season) to 50 euros per day for a small car (during peak season). Deposits vary from company to company, no international license is needed. Price levels are not uniform and increase according to demand.
Important to know: In a traffic circle, unlike in Israel, the right of way is for those entering the circle, not those driving in the circle.
It’s advisable to get full insurance (Full insurance) for a few more euros, then you will not be charged a deductible in case of an accident.
In July and August, it is recommended to book in advance due to high demand.

Taxi Costs

Within the city of Rhodes, daytime taxi fare is 5 euros, evening fare is 8 euros (if you ask the hotel reception to order a taxi, they charge a 2 euro fee).

Travel from hotels like Rhodes Palace, Olympic Palace, Sheraton, will cost about 15-18 euros one way. (Taxi drivers are very polite and will not try to overcharge you. Compared to other cities in Europe.)

Distances in Rhodes

Rhodes City to Faliraki: 14 km
Rhodes City to Kallithea: 19 km
Rhodes City to Lindos: 49 km
Rhodes City to the Water Park: 13 km
Rhodes City to the Valley of the Seven Springs: 28 km
Rhodes City to Jumbo: 6.5 km

SIM and Communication

If you’re coming for a few days and can get a good package in Israel, that’s the best option. If you don’t have a package, you can buy a SIM in Rhodes City at Wind or Vodafone shops for 15 euros – 2 GB internet.

Money Exchange – Changing

Money can be exchanged at banks in the city at a good rate or at other changers; it’s advisable to check the rate beforehand.

Tax Refund

For purchases over 50 euros, you are entitled to a tax refund of 10 percent of the purchase value.
Ask the seller for a tax refund form to realize your entitlement to a refund, which you can receive at the airport tax offices (Tax-Free) after check-in.