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Tips 1 - 10 of 25 Bodrum Things to Do
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This is a super archaeological site (also home of the fworld famous underwater museum) and a very relaxing way to spend 2 or 3 hours. The castle itself is largely preserved (with some minor additions!) and represents an example of the skill of the builders - showing Bodrum as more than a good time place. It has been home to many of Bodrum's famous sons and was even a modern day prison too. The castle is a heat trap and make sure you have a hat and some sun screen as much of the area is open to the elements. The view from the top of the castle is phenomenal and well worth the trek. The downside is that every up creates a down and the down is a rather treacherous staircase down to the dungeon area - it is steep and not easy to descend, be careful. The castle is home to a vast array of its own wildlife including lizards and some very noisy peacocks. There are places to buy water and other drinks while you are in there. Not much for children to see however unless they are interested in history.
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Address: On the Marina
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Things To Do: Gumbet Beach
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The beach at Gumbet is a great escape from the frenzy of Bodrum Town and is only a short taxi ride (or Dolmus if you like) away. The beach is of a good quality and has a range of watersports and activities available. Many of the sun loungers are available but at a small cost (about 5YTL) but this is for the whole day. If you do not wish to purchase the time on sun beds you can just lounge on your beach towel at no charge!! The beach is surrounded by hotels and food outlets so there is no shortage of places to buy a snack or drink (and occassionally people come to sell fresh fruit on the beach too). THe beach in Bodrum itself is not really very good (shingle and very small so try this beach or some of the others around the peninsula (Bardaci etc).
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Address: Gumbet
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Things To Do: Boat Trips!
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As you walk along the Marina towards St Peter's Castle you will be inundated with offers to sell you excursions and especially boat trips. A good boat trip is a must on a visit to Bodrum but "good" is the important word there and you must look carefully to find the best deals (remembering that the cheapest trip is not always the best bargain!!). Having been on at least 5 of these excursions I can tell you that the quality really varies between companies. There are some basic questions to ask before parting with your money: * How much will the visit cost? * How many places will the boat visit? * Will I get an opportunity to get off the boat and explore? * What is provided in the cost (lunch is usually but not any beverages)? * Is there a vegetarian option for lunch (chicken pasta is the favoured meal option of most boat companies)? * How many people will be on the boat (some sellers do get as many people as is legal on the boat andthis can be quite uncomfortable)? The boats all tend to visit the same bays and coves so at some stages of the day it will seem like every boat in Bodrum has descended into your space at the same time! Ask people for recommendations of nice trips they have been on too.
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Address: Available from Marina and tour operators
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Things To Do: Turkish Baths - Bodrum Style
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The Bodrum Hamami is one of the oldest and most traditional Turkish baths left in Turkey. There are separate sections for men and women and you will be massaged by a Hamam of the same gender as you. They are open from 6am til Midnight and cater for local and tourist alike. The whole experience can last up to 1.5 hours depending on the level of attention you require or ask for. The experience can be as physically exhaustinbg or as relaxing as you want too. The hamam's speak good English and the price range is very reasonable starting at approximately £7 for a basic treatment.
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Phone: +90 22 313 4129
Address: Cevat Sakir Cad. Fabrika Sokak, No. 42
Directions: Located across from Bodrum's main bus station
Website: www.bodrumhamami.com.tr
Other Contact: info@bodrumhamami.com.tr
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Things To Do: Ancient Theatre of Bodrum
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Situated on the main road that runs through Bodrum, the Theatre is not the best example of amphitheatres but it is relatively well preserved (it has also undergone some restoration). The site is mostly used now for public musical/operatic performances. King Mausolus began the work on the theatre but it was completed and changed by the Romans to met their needs. It has been suggested that this theatre was used as a site for Gladiatorial fights but there is no great evidence for this. The seating rows, orchestra area and stage are easily identifiable. The site is easily reached by walking but due to the danger of the main road I would recommend getting a taxi from the town centre (about 7YTL and the driver will probably wait for you if you ask nicely!!). There is no entry fee to get onto the site but if there is a scheduled concert or performance there may be limited access.
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Address: Kebris Sehitler Caddessi
Directions: Unmissable on the main road in/out of Bodrum
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Things To Do: Turtles at Dalyan
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A trip to Dalyan to see the ancient tombs high in the hills at Kaunos and to look for the evidence of turtles laying on the beach is billed as a great day out from Bodrum. It is a trek to get there and if you do not have any sea legs the boat part of the trip, along the Dalyan River, will be a trial but there is a fantastic 4km long beach at the end of the journey with the cleanest unspoilt sand and views you could hope to find in this region of Turkey. However, it is highly unlikely that you will see the wondrous turtles as they lay and move about at night and not in the daytime, and also it is probably highly inappropriate to disturb their laying/hatching areas! Lunch is usually included in the excursions from Bodrum. I'm unsure how entertaining children will find this particular trip as it has limited stimulus for little ones. Warning: Don't do this with a hangover, it's a LONG day.
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Directions: South West coast of Turkey - approx 4 hours from Bodrum
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ozalp Sun Mar 30, 2008 12:05 UTC I think I have to visit Bodrum, soon. I've avoided to do it because of the crowds, but I'm missing to see its beauties, too. Greets from Istanbul. Ozlem | ferer Fri Dec 28, 2007 15:57 UTC Hi ! Lyndra, Thank you for the valuable information you provide to everyone. As a bodrum lover, i have just discovered this informative web site about bodrum. www.yesbodrum.com. You may want to add you list. regards and wishing great holidays. | Bistra-MK Wed Nov 21, 2007 18:40 UTC U have some interesting info about BODRUM. I have been there 4 times, including October this year... There, I have people I really care about. However, Bodrum has its charms & I adore the city. All the Best, Bistra | Arkeolog Thu Jul 26, 2007 08:03 UTC Hi Lyndra, beautiful Bodrum pages you got here. Ezcellent. BTW thanks for visiting my pages. love from Northern Cyprus. Bora |
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