Things to do in Marmaris and Icmeler

Marmaris things to do

The modern city of Marmaris appeared on the site of ancient city Physkos that was known in the XI century BC and was part of Caria but now you cannot even see its ruins. The Marmara Kalesi fortress (one of the tourist attractions in Marmaris) surrounded by old town with its colorful oriental bazaar and a large harbor resembles about the times of Ottoman Empire. Its mighty battlements along with tower that is highly exalted above the city clearly define the center of the peninsula. Marmara Kalesi was built in the 16th century on the order of Suleiman the Magnificent. Marmaris means “shining” from the Greek language. Where is Marmaris located? It is located in the Mugla province in Southwest Turkey between Fethiye and Bodrum. How far is Marmaris from Fethiye? The distance from Fethiye to Marmaris is 130 km. You can get from Marmaris to Fethiye by regular bus (departs central bus station) several times a day. How far is Marmaris from Oludeniz? The distance from Oludeniz to Marmaris is 137 km, from Ovacik to Marmaris - 133 km (if you wander how far is Ovacik from Marmaris), from Hisaronu to Marmaris - 135 km, Calis to Marmaris - 127 km.

Until the 70s of the 20th century Marmaris Turkey was just a village and its inhabitants earned for a living by fishing and citrus cultivation. That all changed when French tourists that vacationed on the island of Rhodes accidentally wandered to its picturesque bay. By the way “Le Mar Maris” means sea pearl from French. In holiday season population of Marmaris resort increases to 100,000 people. So what are the things to do in Marmaris Turkey? Marmaris resort is one of the favorite places of the Turkish beau monde - the summer residence of the 8th Turkish President Turgut Ozal was in Marmaris and the 7th President of Turkey Kenan Evren after retirement settled on the island near Marmaris. Marmaris promenade (Marmaris bar street) is bordered by broad slender palm trees and the countless rows of restaurants, bars and shops lined up behind them. By the way the promenade as a part of tourist attractions in Marmaris is the longest among the Turkish resort cities - 4 km. Among other Marmaris activities and things to do in Marmaris is a visit to an indoor Marmaris market where you can buy leather, jewelry, pottery, carpets and other goods located in the heart of the city. So shopping is also one of many things to do in Marmaris Turkey.

Things to do in Icmeler

Where is Icmeler in Turkey located? How far is Icmeler from Marmaris? Icmeler Turkey is located west of Marmaris Turkey in a small picturesque bay and you can easily get from Icmeler to Marmaris by dolmus (public mini bus). The distance from Marmaris to Icmeler is 8 km. How far is Icmeler from Oludeniz? The distance from Oludeniz to Icmeler is 145 km, from Fethiye to Icmeler is 133 km. Until recently the resort was considered as part of Marmaris resort but today it is rapidly gaining independence and more and more tourists are coming here year by the year. So what are the places to go an things to do in Icmeler Turkey? The resort of Icmeler has a beautiful Icmeler beach framed by gardens leading to the hotels. Icmeler Turkey got its name from the local mineral springs of fresh water (“Icmek” means "to drink" in Turkish) that were known since ancient times for its medicinal properties curative for the digestive system. Icmeler Turkey offers a great opportunity to enjoy nature. The river channel divides this small town for two parts and like in Venice the small boats float along the channel creating a very romantic mood. The mountainous terrain, exotic vegetation and beautiful sand and pebble Icmeler beaches form a striking atmosphere of harmony and comfort - all this makes visit to the Icmeler beach is top one of places to go in Icmeler Turkey.

We offer both - group guided tours to Marmaris Turkey as well as Marmaris private trips from Fethiye, Hisaronu, Ovacik, Oludeniz and Calis.