Bodrum Essentials

Bodrum centers on the 15th-century Castle of St. Peter, which houses the world-renowned Museum of Underwater Archaeology. The city preserves the foundations of the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the Myndos Gate, a remnant of the 4th-century BC city walls. Beyond ancient ruins, the area features historic stone windmills, a central sandy beach, and cultural sites like the former home of singer Zeki Müren and traditional Turkish markets.

Bodrum Castle

Bodrum Castle is a historical fortification located in southwest Turkey in the port city of Bodrum, built from 1402 onwards, by the…

Mausoleum of Halicarnassus

The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus or Tomb of Mausolus was a tomb built between 353 and 350 BC in Halicarnassus for Mausolus, an Anatolian from…

Bodrum Windmills

These stone windmills overlooking the city are definitely worth stopping-by. There's also a stunning view of Bodrum, too.

Bodrum Public Beach

Centrally located sandy beach providing access to the Aegean Sea and views of the nearby castle.

Market

Traditional Turkish bazaar featuring local textiles, leather goods, and regional food products.

Myndos Gate

The gate is the enduring silent witness of very fierce battles from Alexander the Great's besieging of ancient Halikarnassus.

Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology

Located in a Bodrum fortress, this renowned museum displays an amazing collection of artefacts from the sunken ships.

Zeki Müren Arts Mueum

Former home of the iconic Turkish singer and actor, showcasing his stage costumes, personal memorabilia, and artwork.