SightsClosed Mondays
Ancient Theatre of Halicarnassus
A hillside Greek theatre above the town with sweeping views of the castle and bay. Free to enter; it sits by a busy main road, so a taxi up is easiest.
Sights
Myndos Gate
Restored towers and a stretch of the ancient city walls on the western edge of town, where Alexander the Great's army attacked. Open-air and quick to see.
From the ship
| Terminal | One way | How |
|---|---|---|
| Bodrum Cruise Port (Kumbahçe) | 21 min | taxi or public transport |
Times are estimates. Allow extra on busy days and for tender queues.
Nearby
Beaches & parks
Gümbet beach
A long sandy bay just over the hill from Bodrum, lined with loungers and beach bars. About 10 minutes by taxi or dolmuş.
SightsClosed Mondays
Mausoleum of Halicarnassus
The site of the tomb of King Mausolus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Little stands today, but the foundations, fragments and models show its scale.