Kallithea Springs, Rhodes, Greece, at a glance
Kallithea Springs, often spelled Kalithea Springs and also called the Kallithea Thermal Baths, is a restored coastal monument about 9 km from Rhodes Town, according to the operator. The historic spa was inaugurated on 1 July 1929 and reopened after restoration in 2007. Its white rotunda and arcades are what most visitors come to photograph.
You pay an entrance fee for the monument. The operator also promotes swimming in the bay and a café area. The fee depends on the season, as the table below shows.
Kallithea Springs tickets and opening hours
As listed by the operator in October 2026. Open daily in both seasons.
| Season | Adult entry | Opening hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 May to 31 October | €5 | 08:00–20:00 |
| 1 November to 30 April | €3 | 08:00–16:00 |
These prices are adult tariffs. Ask at the ticket desk about reductions for children or seniors before you pay. Check the opening hours on the day you travel, because seasons and weather can change them.
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Swimming at Kallithea
The operator advertises swimming in the bay, and there is a café area. Beyond that, plan simply: the ticket price above is the monument admission. Check on site what else costs extra, such as sunbeds, and do not assume they are part of the ticket.
The setting, the water and the architecture are the draw. Tourism sources also mention diving and water sports in the area around Kallithea, which suits visitors who bring their own plans.
Conditions in the sea change with the weather. Look at the signs and flags on the day and swim where it looks safe. Sea-temperature sites give around 24.6 °C as the October average for Rhodes, with observed values from 21.9 to 27.6 °C. That is an island figure, not a promise for this bay.
Kallithea or another place to swim?
Kallithea is a ticketed monument with a bay. Other swim spots on Rhodes work differently, so choose by what you want from the day.
| Place | Setting |
|---|---|
| Kallithea Springs | Restored 1929 spa with arcades, a swimming bay and a café, entrance fee |
| Elli | City beach beside the aquarium, with a jumping platform |
| Faliraki | Long sandy beach, older descriptions give about 4 km |
| Anthony Quinn Bay | Rocky bay with pines |
| Tsambika | Fine sand at the foot of the monastery hill |
If you mainly want a long stretch of sand, the beaches in our beaches guide fit better. If you want architecture and a swim in one stop, Kallithea is the choice. For sand see Tsambika and Faliraki.
A short history of the baths
Two dates frame the story.
1 July 1929
The historic spa was inaugurated. The rotunda, fountains and arcades you see belong to this building.
2007
The site reopened after restoration.
Today
The operator presents it as a monument with a swimming bay and a café.
Kallithea Springs photos: what to look for
Kallithea Springs photos usually show the white rotunda and the arcades of the 1929 building, with the swimming bay beside them. Gate hours are 08:00 to 20:00 in summer and 08:00 to 16:00 in winter, which sets the light you have for pictures.
Before you go: a short checklist
- Season: check whether you fall in the summer tariff (1 May to 31 October) or the winter one (1 November to 30 April).
- Hours: in summer the gate closes at 20:00, in winter at 16:00. Arrive with time to spare.
- Extras: ask at the desk what costs extra, for instance sunbeds, and whether reductions apply to your group.
- Bring: swimwear, a towel, water and sun protection.
Getting there and planning
Kallithea Springs lies about 9 km from Rhodes Town. You can go by car or taxi. If you prefer the bus, look up the current timetable before you go, as seasonal services change. Our airport and transport guide explains how buses and taxis work on the island.
- Pair it with the city: combine a morning in the Old Town with an afternoon on the coast.
- Pick your season: the winter tariff is lower and the hours shorter. See the weather and best time guide.
- Compare beaches: if you want sand and facilities, read our beaches guide with twelve options.
Kallithea Springs: frequently asked questions
How much is Kallithea Springs?
The operator lists an adult entry of €5 from 1 May to 31 October and €3 from 1 November to 30 April. Ask at the desk about reductions.
What are the opening hours?
Daily from 08:00 to 20:00 between 1 May and 31 October. Daily from 08:00 to 16:00 between 1 November and 30 April.
Can you swim at Kallithea Springs?
The operator promotes swimming in the bay and a café area. Sunbeds are not listed as part of the ticket, so check on site what is extra.
How far is Kallithea from Rhodes Town?
About 9 km, according to the operator.
When was Kallithea built?
The historic spa was inaugurated on 1 July 1929. It reopened after restoration in 2007.