The harbor entrance is guarded by two bronze deer statues, Elafos and Elafina, standing on tall stone pillars.
The harbor's breakwater was commissioned by the Knights Hospitaller to fortify the city against naval blockades.
The three windmills, known as the 'Mylous', are the last remaining of a larger group that once ground grain arriving by sea.
The marina serves as the primary terminal for hydrofoils connecting Rhodes to the Dodecanese archipelago.
The harbor basin has served as an active maritime hub continuously since the 5th century BC.
Mandraki Marina is the primary harbor of Rhodes City, serving as the historical gateway to the island. The harbor is defined by three medieval windmills situated on the eastern breakwater. It serves as the departure point for daily boat excursions to nearby islands like Symi and Lindos. The harbor entrance is framed by the site where the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, is traditionally believed to have stood. Current harbor architecture features a mix of Italian colonial administrative buildings and traditional Greek seafaring infrastructure. The marina accommodates both private yachts and local fishing vessels, providing a constant cycle of maritime activity. The area is protected by the Fortress of St. Nicholas, which stands at the end of the breakwater.
The stone pier extending toward the St. Nicholas Fortress, providing a frame of the windmills with the city walls in the background.
Walk the entire length of the breakwater to reach the St. Nicholas Fortress for a panoramic view of the Old Town walls.
Book boat excursions at the ticket kiosks located along the harbor quay rather than through hotel concierge desks for better selection.
Visit the eastern breakwater at sunset to see the windmills silhouetted against the Aegean.
Avoid purchasing boat tour tickets from unofficial street vendors; use the official kiosks situated directly on the marina waterfront.
Boat tours are highly weather-dependent and typically operate only from spring through autumn.
