#123 European Rank
St Paul's Bay
Lindos, Rhodes, Greece•Aegean Sea• Best Season: May, June, July, August, September, October
Photo: Flingeflung (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons source
EDITORIAL SCORE
4.68/ 5.0
SEA TEMPERATURE
27.1°C
August 30-year average
DAILY BUDGET
€42/day
SAND & SHORELINE
Pebbles / Shingle
Gradual Drop
Sea Temperature by Month
30-year monthly averages for Lindos, Rhodes · NOAA satellite dataSwipe 12 months ⇄
Warm Bathwater
Jan
17.6°C
Air 22°C
Feb
16.9°C
Air 23°C
Mar
16.8°C
Air 25°C
Apr
17.6°C
Air 28°C
May
19.8°C
Air 31°C
Jun
22.7°C
Air 34°C
Jul
25.4°C
Air 36°C
Peak
Aug
27.1°C
Air 36°C
Sep
26.2°C
Air 34°C
Oct
24.0°C
Air 31°C
Nov
21.4°C
Air 27°C
Dec
19.1°C
Air 24°C
Swimmability Window · NOAA Climatology
Swimmable 28 May – 20 Nov (>21°C) · 176 days
30-year NOAA satellite climatological mean (1991–2020).Explore all Greece Sea Temperatures
Score Breakdown
Scenery & Setting4.5 / 5
Water Clarity & Cleanliness4.7 / 5
Sand & Shoreline Quality4.2 / 5
Atmosphere & Safety4.6 / 5
Accessibility & Entry Ease4.5 / 5
Affordability & Fair Pricing4.6 / 5
About St Paul's Bay
A near-enclosed turquoise cove beneath the ancient Lindos acropolis, where St Paul is said to have come ashore.
Key Beach Facts
Official Records•Access: Short walking distance south of Lindos village or accessible by car/taxi to the bay parking area
•Protected Status / Environment: Enclosed natural rocky cove situated beneath the historic Acropolis of Lindos
•Notable Feature: Distinct heart-shaped bay viewed from above with two sheltered sandy-pebble beaches and a whitewashed chapel
Official Tourism Authorities:visitgreece.gr
Amenities & Facilities
Bathrooms
YesShowers
NoFree Parking
YesFood / Tavernas
YesGood for Kids
NoDog Friendly
NoLifeguard on Duty
NoSunbed & Umbrella Rentals
YesNatural Cliff/Pine Shade
NoWheelchair Accessible
NoSnorkeling & Watersports
NoNudist / FKK Friendly
NoGetting There & Local Notes
Getting there:
Located near Lindos, Rhodes. Accessible via regional coastal roads (36.086°N, 28.084°E).
•Sheltered, calm and clear in the near-enclosed bay.
•A near-circular cove below the Lindos acropolis where St Paul is said to have landed.
Nearest Airport & Transit Gateway
RHO · 30m drive30-min drive from Rhodes Airport down the eastern coast.
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Frequently Asked Questions about St Paul's Bay
What is the water temperature at St Paul's Bay?
The peak summer sea surface temperature at St Paul's Bay averages 27.1°C (81°F), based on 30-year NOAA satellite climatology.
What type of coast or sand is St Paul's Bay?
St Paul's Bay is classified as a pebbles / shingle shoreline located in Lindos, Rhodes, Greece.
Is St Paul's Bay good for families with kids?
St Paul's Bay has steeper entry or natural coastal features better suited for confident swimmers.
Are there parking and facilities at St Paul's Bay?
Free parking is available. Restroom facilities are present.
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