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Marmaris Kalesi ve Arkeoloji Müzesi
Regional museum inside Marmaris Castle displaying finds from nearby ancient sites. Good for combining history with harbour views.
Dalaman is the gateway to some of the top Turkish resorts such as Fethiye, Marmaris and Dalyan. Dalaman International Airport is the principal airport serving the town of Dalaman and local holiday resorts, and it handles around 4.5 million passengers each year. There are two more airports that serve the resorts located in south-western Turkey, which are Milas-Bodrum and Antalya.
Dalaman International Airport is the only airport right in the Dalaman area. The other two airports for the main south-west holiday resorts are Antalya International, which serves the Turkish Turquoise Coast, and Milas-Bodrum which is located further towards the north.
Dalaman International Airport is a domestic and international hub, with flights arriving from 120 different destinations. International flights to Dalaman arrive at the new terminal, with more than 40 airlines offering flights into the airport. Some of the popular airlines providing flights from the UK include British Airways, easyJet, Thomas Cook Airlines, Jet2 and TUI. Direct flights are often available on each day, although there are usually more indirect flight options from the UK to choose from.
Holidaying in some of the most popular Turkish resorts is made simple if passengers opt to fly into Dalaman. Airlines fly from many regional airports in the UK as well as the major London hubs. Affordable and direct flights are available from Glasgow, Birmingham, Bristol, Aberdeen and London airports, and additional flights are also available during the peak summer season. When coming to Dalaman from an international location, flying will likely be the only viable option, with flight times often hovering around 4 hours if coming from the main UK airports.
The popular holiday resort of Fethiye is less than 30 miles from Dalaman Airport, and most passengers opt to travel to their resort by cab or hotel shuttle bus. There are public transport options available, however. These include the Havas Airport bus which goes to Marmaris or Fethiye, and minibuses which depart from Dalaman bus station (Otogar) on a regular basis for local towns and resorts such as Ortaca, Dalyan,Köyceğiz, Marmaris, Göcek and Fethiye. Visitors to these south-western holiday resorts should take time to explore the entire coastline in full. The Turquoise Coast runs all the way to Patara and features a variety of ancient Roman monuments and abandoned towns. One way to enjoy the best of this beautiful coastline is to hire a boat for a day or longer, and take time to discover the glorious islands in the bay close to Fethiye.
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Regional museum inside Marmaris Castle displaying finds from nearby ancient sites. Good for combining history with harbour views.
City museum presenting archaeology and ethnography from ancient Telmessos and the Fethiye area. Compact but informative.
Museum devoted to marine life and local natural history in Fethiye. A useful family-friendly stop when exploring the wider area.
Long sandy beach and protected natural area west of Dalaman. Popular for walking, scenery and nesting wildlife in season.
Well-known gorge and river area popular for nature walks, picnic spots and dramatic scenery. Best visited for its landscape.
Large freshwater lake with mountain views, waterside walks and boat trips. A peaceful local favourite near Dalaman.
Çökertme kebabı is a Bodrum and Muğla specialty of thin beef strips over crisp potato matchsticks with yoghurt and tomato sauce, widely loved along this coast.
Keşkek is a festive Aegean dish of slow-cooked wheat and meat, pounded to a creamy texture. It is traditional at weddings and village celebrations in Muğla Province.
Muğla köftesi is a regional meatball made with beef, breadcrumbs and seasoning, usually grilled and served simply. It is a well-known everyday local speciality.
Popular casual spot in Göcek for Turkish breakfasts, grills and meze, with a friendly local feel.
Smart marina restaurant serving seafood, steaks and Turkish dishes with a refined yet relaxed atmosphere.
Established seafood restaurant in Göcek known for fresh fish and meze in a polished marina setting.
Moderate for a Turkish resort area: dining and local transport are reasonable, but summer accommodation and airport-area prices are higher than in many inland Turkish towns.
Tip 5-10% in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in cafés. For taxis, round up the fare or add a small tip for help with luggage.
Official public transport app
Dalaman Airport -> Dalaman Terminali
Check where to Dalaman flights depart and arrive, plus the main airport details for this route.
Dalaman Airport is 6 km from Dalaman city centre. Public transport options include:
Dalaman Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, Lounge and Lost and Found Office.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the arrivals and departures areas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Dalaman Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Dalaman Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.