Things to Do in Bodrum

A pleasant beach with plenty of restaurants and cafes. Great place to chill!

Built in early 15th century by the knights of St. John, this castle is has a spectacular view and is a home to the Museum Of Underwater Archaeology. The huge castle has many attractions within itself and every facade of the castle has an interesting history behind it.

Constructed by the knights of Johns at the time of the Mongol invasion, the castle was conquered and has a severe effect on the position of Ottomans and established the Mongol rule in Halikarnassus later renamed Bodrum. With new additions from the Muslim sultans, the castle went through a series of changes. It also went through a series of damages in WWI and was later revived by Turkish government.

The Museum has a lit well lit, well-presented collection of antiques and informative multimedia to explain the reconstructions.

Some of the major attractions within the castle are:

• Main Court
• Glass Wreck Hall and Glass Wreck
• French Tower and Carian Princess Hall
• English Tower
• Uluburun Wreck Hall
• Gatineu Tower
• Snake Tower

Bask in the historical significance of the place by getting Bodrum Castle of St Peter and Museum of Underwater Archaeology tickets. You can find the tickets for Bodrum Castle of St Peter and Museum of Underwater Archaeology in the tickets section and as you buy tickets for Bodrum Castle of St Peter and Museum of Underwater Archaeology from there, you will get an unparalleled experience of the monument complete with an expert guide. Bodrum Castle of St Peter and Museum of Underwater Archaeology ticket prices don’t hurt you either. So it is time to book!

Explore the beauty of this town located near Bodrum which is ideal for a day's visit from Bodrum. Considered as one of the most elite neighbourhoods, Yalikavak serves as an enticing tourist attraction with great shops, good restaurants and enthralling beaches. Ideal for wind-surfing, Yalikavak is also surrounded by magnificent bay areas and hills which are an alluring sight. The Port Palmarina which was formerly known as Port Bodrum Marina is also in Yalikavak which has up to 450 yachts and an amphitheatre. With a seating capacity of 2500 and is frequented by tourists.

The only standing structure from the Seven Wonders of Antiquity, this 1500 year old epitome of architecture was originally a tomb. Built for Mausolus- a prominent ruler of the Persian Empire and Artemisia II Caria who was both his wife and sister by Greek architects Satyros and Pythius of Priene- Mausoleum at Halicarnassus (the former name of Bodrum) is a place to be to! Destroyed by a series of earthquakes between the 12th to 15th centuries, this iconic place was discovered in an excavation by British archaeologists in the 19th century. Today, only the foundation of the Mausoleum remains and there is a small museum with info graphics about the history and architecture of the Mausoleum.

The Mausoleum At Halicarnassus is one of the only standing structure among the Seven Wonders of Antiquity. The place today has the remains of the old world times and their is a museum as well. Even though you don’t require any Mausoleum At Halicarnassus tickets, still you can opt for the Mausoleum At Halicarnassus tours. Buying the Mausoleum At Halicarnassus tour tickets will help you in getting a guided tour of the attraction and understand its history.

Accredited to the reign of King Mausolus, the Bodrum amphitheatre was completed in the Roman era. One of the best preserved structure of the ancient Halikarnasas, its construction began around 4th century BC. It was later enlarged in 2nd century AD by the Romans.

It has three main parts- the stage, the orchestra and the audience seating area. It has a seating capacity of 13,000.

Operating as an open air museum, the theatre hosts shows and concerts in summer and is also used as a part of September festival.

One of the greatest sights overlooking the Aegean Sea and the Gumbet Bay, Bodrum windmills date back to the 18h century. In operation till 1970’s, these seven windmills are located at a hill top offering a panoramic view of Gumbet bay on one side and Bodrum Bay on the other.

Great place for a little hike and a peaceful afternoon!

This untouched island is a part of the Bodrum boat tour and is a peaceful place to explore the calm waters and the panoramic view of the sea. Also, the name derives from the frequent spotting of cute rabbits on the island. There are activities like snorkelling and swimming which you can try or just admire the beauty of the island on your visit.

A fun beach offering camel rides and other activities apart from the regular swimming and sunbathing. Ideal for families and kids.

A fantabulous club in Bodrum operating since 1979! Foot-tapping music, groovy ambience and great food make it a perfect hangout for late night. Many popular DJ’s present their talent here and there are also shows taking place periodically.

The only surviving gate of the city walls built by King Mausolus, Myndos gate was recently restored. The city walls that were 7 kilometres in length were a 4th century construction and served as a shield to the citadel from the outer world.

Myndos gate is a twin-towered gate. In front of the gate, are the remains of a moat in which many of Alexander the Great’s soldier’s were drowned in 334 BC.

This is the nearest bay to Bodrum town centre. The sandy beach is exclusive and the water is perfectly clear adding to the alluring panorama. The coastline also has a plenty of marine life and snorkelling is a popular activity. Swimming is also a favourite activity of tourists coming to the cove.

The cove can be reached by a water taxi ride. There are a few cosy hotels near-by if you wish to extend this trip for a day or two.

Dedicated to the great classical music performer of Turkey- Zeki Muren, this art museum is set up in the home of the artist. He lived here during his stay in Bodrum and displays a memorabilia of his personal items, awards, costumes, sketches and fan letters.

The home itself is a beautiful specimen of Turkish interior decoration and architecture. The house is surrounded by a pretty garden which offers stunning view of Kara Island and Aegean Sea.

The bronze sculpture of the artist, the front elevation inscribed with his handwriting is a must-see!

Located in Konacik, Pedasa was once a great ancient city and has now developed as a popular spot for tourists. There are various guided walking tours that unleash the hidden secrets of this antique city.

Pedasa was known for its fierce resistance against the Persians and Alexander the great. The city was most flourishing between 11th to 6th centuries BC. It was re-founded as Konacik village. Historians claim that Pedasa was one of the major cities in the area for sea trade. Pedasa was also famous for its delectable range of wines and there are a few vineyards which can still be observed. The inner castle is a must-visit. Recently, excavations led to the finding ofjewellery and historical relics on the site of the royal tomb dating back to 3000 years.

Hotel Kerner turkey is one best restaurant which provides traditional food with quality service.

Hadigari nightclub is special on warm summer evenings and festive entertainments take place at the quayside terrace