Looking for things to do on the Aegean Coast of Turkey?
The Bodrum Peninsula is well known for vibrant sunsets during the height of summer. Things to do in this area include…
– Visit the Castle of Saint Peter and the Under Water museum of Archaeology
– Go swimming in the beautiful blue cove of Bardakci
– Visit the relatively unknown ruins of Pedusa
– Eat a traditional Aegean cuisine meal of fresh fish in Gumusluk
– Go shopping in Oasis Centre
– Keep an eye out for the windmills in Yalikavak
– Join water-sport activities in the small resort of Gumbet
– Sign up for a four-night gulet trip of the Turkish Riviera.
– Party addicts will love bar street and the large open air nightclub of Halicarnassus
– Scuba diving is popular in all the smaller resorts of the peninsula.
Things to do on the Izmir Peninsula include…
– Visit Cesme Castle and caravansary
– Families will love Izmir Zoo and Wildlife Park
– Kadifekale is a large hill in the city centre with an ancient castle and a great view over the city.
– At the bottom of Kadifekale, the ruins of Smyrna agora are located
– On the outskirts are the ruins of Pergamon including the Red Basilica, a famed temple built to dedicate the Egyptian gods
– Konak square is home to the city’s famous landmark of the clock tower
– Get the insiders look into Turkey by visiting the local race course
Aegean Coast Weather
The touristic season lasts from May to October due to the best weather conditions. July to September are generally the hottest months and this is when the beaches usually became packed as many Turks also flock from the big cities to the coastal resorts.
If you plan to explore and spend a lot of time walking around, May and October are the best months to do this when the weather is cooler. From November to April, many restaurants and hotels in resorts will close down because the weather does get cold, with the rainy season generally lasting from December to February.
Happy Travels!
