Distance to Bodrum Town: 14 km
Distance to Airport: 41 km

Nestling in a bay on the peninsula’s north shore are the two quaint villages of Golkoy and Turkbuku. Sheltered by two islands it is a natural haven for fishermen who still operate from the many wooden jetties along the beachfront. The area was once occupied by Greeks and it is possible to see the remains of a number of churches.

The newly named Golturkbuku encompasses these two fishing villages and the area is a favorite retreat of many well known Turkish artists, actors and entertainers who enliven the small bars and restaurants. Golturkbuku combines both village life and resort atmosphere.

Distance to Bodrum Town: 16 km
Distance to Airport: 43km

Travelling from Bodrum past magnificent rock formations and mountain peaks covered in pine forests brings you to the secluded village of Gundogan. Gundogan, meaning ‘Sunrise’, was once an important fishing village but it’s main economy now is tourism and citrus fruit growing. A few small hotels dot the beach and the intimate seaside restaurants serve the fresh catches of the day. Gundogan offers a fresh sea breeze making it popular with water-sport enthusiasts and walkers. This small village is still relatively unspoiled despite the new developments dotted around the surrounding hillsides.

Distance to Bodrum Town: 18 km
Distance to Airport: 53 km

The overland journey from Bodrum to Yalikavak provides you with some of the most spectacular scenery on the peninsula. Slowly climbing through fertile valleys, the road then tops at the mountain range running down the peninsula, at this point providing panoramic views of the North and South coasts before descending to the seaide village of Yalikavak.

This once sleepy fishing village is now becoming one of the busiest towns on the peninsula whilst still retaining it’s charm and culture. The cobbled streets of the main town offers a variety of restaurants and cafe bars. If you enjoy eating fresh fish then you will be at home here as there are many excellent fish restaurants – just look for the sign ‘Balik Restaurant’. Yalikavak is known for it’s clean air, stunning sunsets and crystal clear waters and offers fabulous views of both the sea and the mountains. Port Bodrum Marina, opened in Yalikavak in 2003, harbours both fishing boasts and luxury yachts.

Distance to Bodrum Town: 20 km
Distance to Airport: 55 km

Gumusluk, meaning ‘of silver’ is the harbour of ancient Myndos and is one of the oldest settlements on the peninsula. This area is steeped in history and rich in archaeology both on land and underwater. Bring your snorkel because there is so much to see just below the water where parts of the historic city subsided. The centre – a small fishing village - has kept it’s charm thanks to strictly enforced buiding prohibitions. This photogenic small waterfront is home to about a dozen fish restaurants and just a few craft shops and is an ideal spot for a bit of peace and quiet. The only noise is the gentle lapping of the sea on the shoreline. From here you can walk across the sunken causeway to Rabbit Island.