Faliraki Holidays

A party hotspot in Rhodes

If you hear pulsing hedonistic beats, you’ll know you’ve arrived in Faliraki. This resort in Rhodes is famed for its nightlife, and your Faliraki holidays are sure to be partying well into the night. This tiny former fisherman’s village has undergone quite a change since the 1970s, transforming into a fully-fledged resort town and one of the island’s most popular spots. Here, visitors can spend days relaxing on beautiful beaches, or take a day trip to a nearby aqua park for watery thrills.

Despite the appealing seaside scenery, Faliraki really shines at night when groups of friends and those who like to party flock to the town’s Bar Street to drink and dance into the early hours. It isn’t hard to find, but it is hard to leave. There’s no doubting that holidays to Faliraki offer a fun-filled, and exciting break – all you have to do is keep up.

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Your Faliraki questions, answered

What to do in the day?

While it’s renowned for being a party hotspot, there are plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy in Faliraki such as canoeing or – if you’re feeling brave – bungee jumping.

Any local restaurants?

While you’ll find a wide range of restaurants serving just about every cuisine under the sun, there are still lots of places featuring traditional Greek menus.

When’s the best time to visit Faliraki?

The hot dry summers and mild winters mean Faliraki is a year-round destination. If you want to bask under the sun, go from May or even April through to November. The winter months are when you’ll find the discounts and there’s still a high chance of rain-free days to explore the beautiful, historic island – without being crowded out by thousands of other tourists.

How about culture?

If you think there’s no culture to be found here, you’d be wrong – there are some gorgeous ruins and an old monastery on the outskirts of the town.

What’s the nightlife like in Faliraki?

Faliraki is known for its party atmosphere and the nightlife that brings people here is some of the wildest in Europe. Drink prices are reasonable and it’s the sort of place you’ll find endless two-for-one offers. Clubs with impossibly loud music thump their tunes through to sunrise, and bars with live music draw huge crowds. There’s even a handful of sports bars, so you never need to miss a big game from back home. With restaurants offering cuisine from around the world, there’s something for everyone in Faliraki.

Is Faliraki family-friendly?

While Faliraki may be known as a party capital, it’s also very popular with families. The long sandy beach provides enough space for everyone, and there are lifeguards on duty in the summer. The town also has one of Europe’s largest waterparks. It has areas set aside specifically for families and toddlers, including a lazy river and twisting, tumbling slides. Many of the bars have family-friendly entertainment and menus with kids in mind, and there are water sports on the beach that everyone can take part in.

Is Faliraki a party place?

This is known as one of the party capitals of Europe. There’s a huge party scene here with bars and clubs filled to bursting and people dancing and drinking the night away. But this is mostly contained in a single long strip and there’s plenty of space for families or couples looking for something a little different in their holidays. With five kilometres of beach out front, there’s room for all to share the space.

How far is Faliraki from Rhodes Town?

It’s only a 20-minute drive from Rhodes Town down to Faliraki; you can land at the airport and be on the beach within the hour. The coastal route takes only a few minutes longer, and it’s worth it for the views and sparkling sea. Rhodes Town is definitely worth exploring. This medieval town is a network of more than 200 streets and alleyways, a labyrinth of ancient churches, charming cafes, crumbling fortresses and unique, quirky shops. It’s one of a handful of mediaeval cities left in the world, living history waiting to be explored.

What day trips can you take from Faliraki?

In addition to nearby Rhodes Town, there are plenty of diverse day trip options. Head inland for 30 minutes by car to the enchanting Valley of the Butterflies; a network of pathways and wooden bridges lead through the forest and from May to late September it is draped in butterflies. Or go south for 40 minutes along the coast road to Lindos and its archaeological sites covering 5000 years of human history. The village is packed with charming traditional cottages, overlooked by an impressive Acropolis. Rhodes may be small but it is packed with drama and discovery.

Best things to do Beaches

Paint the town red
Enjoy the energetic nightlife that drives Faliraki by heading to Bar Street with your friends – it’s the place to let your hair down and dance till dawn.
Make a splash
Visit the nearby Waterpark, Greece’s largest aqua park, and spend the day whizzing down slides and bobbing in swimming pools when the wave machine hits.
Laze on the beach
It’s hard to come to Rhodes and ignore the beach. Rent a sunlounger and umbrella and soak up the sun along this seemingly endless coastline.