Anthony Quinn Bay, also known as Vagies Bay, is a small, emerald-watered cove on Rhodes’s east coast, named after the actor who fell in love with the spot while filming The Guns of Navarone. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport and parking, accessibility, and practical tips for planning your visit.
This guide was updated in August 2026. Sunbed prices reported at the bay vary widely between sources, from around €6 to €10 per person up to €30 for a set of two sunbeds and an umbrella, so treat these as approximate and check current rates on arrival.
Quick facts
| Opening hours | Always open (public beach) |
| Ticket prices | Free to access; sunbeds and umbrellas charged separately, roughly €10–€30 depending on the operator |
| Address | East coast of Rhodes, Greece, about 4 km south of Faliraki |
| Nearest transport | Car or taxi from Rhodes Town (about 15–17 km) or Faliraki; some buses run via Faliraki |
| Typical visit length | 2 to 4 hours |
Anthony Quinn Bay opening hours
The bay is an open public beach with no gates, so it can be visited at any time, day or night.
The beach fills up quickly in high season, often by mid-morning, since the cove and its parking are both small.
Anthony Quinn Bay ticket prices
There is no charge to access the beach itself.
Sunbeds and umbrellas are available to rent from operators on the beach, with prices reported anywhere from around €10 per person up to €30 for a set of two sunbeds and an umbrella for the day; check current rates locally.
The bay is not included in any city pass, since beach access in Rhodes is free and unticketed.
Background information was checked on the official website and last updated in August 2026.
How to get to Anthony Quinn Bay
The bay is about 15 to 17 km south of Rhodes Town, and around 4 km south of Faliraki, on the island’s east coast.
By car, the drive from Rhodes Town takes about 20 minutes via the Kallithea and Faliraki road.
Public buses run from Rhodes Town to Faliraki; from there, it’s a 10 to 15 minute walk to the bay, though sources differ on whether a direct bus service also exists, so check current timetables.
Boat cruises from Rhodes Town’s Mandraki harbour also stop at the bay, often as part of a wider coastal itinerary.
Parking near Anthony Quinn Bay
The main car park, behind the Kounna Beach Bar, is free but fills quickly in high season, sometimes by around 9:30am.
If full, alternative parking is available at the neighbouring Ladiko Beach or the Ladiko Suites Hotel above it.
How long to spend at Anthony Quinn Bay
Most visitors spend 2 to 4 hours at the bay, combining swimming, snorkelling, and time at the beach bar.
Given its small size, the bay suits a half-day stop rather than a full-day base.
Accessibility at Anthony Quinn Bay
A staircase leads down to the beach from the car park, and the shoreline itself is rocky and pebbly rather than sandy, which may be difficult for visitors with mobility needs.
The bay is generally considered less suitable for young children than nearby Ladiko Beach, 400 metres to the west.
Inside Anthony Quinn Bay: what to see
The bay takes its name from actor Anthony Quinn, who reportedly fell in love with the cove while filming The Guns of Navarone in 1961 and later held rights to the land before it returned to public ownership.
The cove’s clear, emerald-green water and steep, pine-covered cliffs make it one of the most photographed spots on Rhodes.
The seabed drops quickly from shallow to deep, with rocky caves and tunnels making it one of the island’s better snorkelling spots, particularly on the left-hand side of the beach.
The Kounna Beach and Resto Bar, at the top of the stairway, serves food and drinks with views over the cove.
Practical visitor tips
| Tip |
|---|
| Arrive early, ideally before 9:30am in high season, to find parking and beach space. |
| Bring water shoes, since the shoreline is rocky and pebbly rather than sandy. |
| Head to the left-hand side of the beach for smoother rocks and better snorkelling conditions. |
| Consider visiting by boat cruise from Rhodes Town if parking looks likely to be a problem. |
| Check current sunbed prices before settling in, since rates vary between operators. |
Frequently asked questions about Anthony Quinn Bay
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is Anthony Quinn Bay suitable for children? | Not especially; nearby Ladiko Beach, 400 metres away, is a better choice for families. |
| Do you need to book anything in advance? | No, the beach is free and open access; only sunbeds need arranging on the day. |
| Is there parking at the bay? | Yes, though the main car park fills quickly in high season. |
| Is Anthony Quinn Bay good for snorkelling? | Yes, it’s considered one of the best snorkelling spots on Rhodes. |
| Is there an entrance fee? | No, access to the beach itself is free. |
Things to do near Anthony Quinn Bay
Ladiko Beach, 400 metres to the west, offers a more family-friendly, sandy alternative. Faliraki, Rhodes’s main resort town, is about 4 km away with beaches, restaurants, and nightlife.
Kallithea Springs, a restored early 20th-century thermal spa, lies along the road back towards Rhodes Town. Boat trips from Rhodes Town’s Mandraki harbour often combine Anthony Quinn Bay with other coastal stops.
Alternative attractions
Tsambika Beach, further south on Rhodes, offers a long sandy alternative for families. Elli Beach, in Rhodes Town, is a convenient, well-organised city beach.
Kalithea Bay, near Kallithea Springs, offers small coves with a similarly scenic setting. St Paul’s Bay, beneath the Acropolis of Lindos, is another picturesque, heart-shaped cove worth combining with a visit to Lindos.
More Greece travel
Other Greece travel guides on Planet Whitley include:
- Why Rhodes is a great cruise destination to explore independently.
- Opening times and ticket prices for the Rhodes city walls walk.
- Plan your visit to the Faliraki Water Park on Rhodes.
- What to know before visiting Aquatica Water Park in Kos.
- Fully-researched guide to visiting the Palace of Knossos near Heraklion.
