Question :
How can i get to Marmaris from Sarigerme ?

Answer :
Go to Ortaca Otogar (Otogar means Bus station) by Dolmus from there get a Bus to Marmaris takes about 1,5 Hours. Or book an excursion with Local Travel Agencys in the Village.Or Hire a Car.

Much developed in recent years, Marmaris is now one of Turkey's most popular seaside resorts, boasting a wide range of facilities, while still retaining its seafaring heritage (Admiral Lord Nelson brought his naval fleet to the town in 1796 to re-supply with provisions on his way to Cairo).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This settlement was and still is an important link to the Aegean Islands and Rhodes, thus in the time Marmaris was ruled by numerous civilizations the likes of Carian, Egyptian, Syrian, Lonian, Dorian, Persion, Macedonian, Roman, Byzantian, Seljukian and Ottoman were conspicuous. Traces are still found among the lands that surround the city. Remnants can be found of the city of Physkos, the first settlement of Marmaris, in the vicinity of Asartepe. According to the records of Heredotus, the name originated from Marmarissos. Correspondingly named Mermeris from the records of the famous Turkish sailor Piri Reis, known to have derived from the marble furnaces of Bozburun. Also Evliya Celebi's(turkish adventures,traveler,16'th century) famous book of travels gives an account of Süleyman the Magnificents' voyage to Rhodes when the Sultan found the castle to be too small and ordered his architect to enlarge it before he returned from his journey. Following his arrival the Sultan Discovered the newly expanded castle still unsatisfactory in size. Upon his anger, the Sultan Ordered his men to "mimari as" as literally meaning "hang the architect". This form of speech subsequently originated to what is now known today as Marmaris.

Marmaris is one of Turkey's major yachting ports and the modern Netsel Marina is an extremely popular mooring base which has berths for a large number of yachts.

WebMaster says :

its ok to go for a walk all the way to Marina after you had your Dinner,But don't expect too much.Lovely yachts ,few posh cafees and very expensive clothing shops ect. Thats all !

As for sightseeing, the harbour is overlooked by a 14th century Ottoman castle which houses two museums and is well worth a visit. And the amphitheatre on the outskirts of the town has been rebuilt on the site of an original structure and houses a wide range of open-air concerts and other arts and cultural events.

An ideal location for shopaholics, Marmaris town centre is traffic free and filled with colourful markets and bazaars. Leather and gold shops abound, as well as stalls selling backgammon sets and evil eye ornaments. Don't take offence at the shopkeepers when they constantly invite you to examine their wares over a glass of tea - they are not picking on you because you are a tourist - they do it to everyone including Turks (not really).

 

WebMaster says :

Please Note ; if they go too far and if you believe you have been insulted or upset or what ever, DO NOT HESITATE  to go to POLICE, take the name of the shop and remember how the person-persons look alike !!

Be sure about one thing , Police can give them hard time and NOBODY can touch you !

At sunset make your way to the harbour and watch the world go by from one of the many bars and restaurants lining the seafront. The general quality of restaurants in Marmaris is good, with many being of world-class standard. Most kinds of international cuisine are available, including Chinese, French, Italian and even English fish'n'chips.

Restaurants around the harbour and marina tend to be more VERY expensive than those further from the centre. For the best deal, there are also extremely cheap soup kitchens, which are generally located in the bazaar area.

WebMaster says :PLEASE,agree on the price first,check the price list first on these restaurants along the Harbour.

 

The Netsel Marina complex is definitely worth a visit. It houses sophisticated shops, excellent restaurants and an open-air cinema which shows up-to-date English language films.

About 2 kilometers east along the coastal road you will find the Ataturk National Park, which is popular with the locals at weekends for picnicking, barbecuing and a dip in the sea.

Further along the same road is the Yalanci Bogazi, a man-made causeway connecting the mainland to Paradise Island. This area is used as a boat yard and a dry dock for yachts.

 

 

WebMAster says : Stay away from these directions,nobody around.

 

Nightlife throbs into the early hours of the morning in "Bar street", which you will find by going through the cobbled back streets behind the harbour. Here you can dance to the latest chart-topping sounds.

There is one main beach in Marmaris, covered with sun beds and umbrellas which can be rented.

For a pleasant, early evening walk, stroll along the coastal pathway from Marmaris towards the neighbouring resort of Içmeler, around 8 kilometers away. Don't forget that if you decide you have walked far enough, you have only to go to the main road and wait a few minutes for a dolmus back to Marmaris. You could also catch a dolmus to complete the trip to Içmeler.

Içmeler - Sprawling across the bottom corner of Marmaris bay, Içmeler is steeped in similar and more natural beauty to Marmaris. A smaller less busy resort, Icmeler offers its visitors the chance to take refuge from the hustle and bustle of Marmaris, as well as providing the opportunity to partake in a variety of water sports, including para sailing over the sea.

 

The beach at Içmeler is scattered with colourful sun loungers and umbrellas, and all along the Beachfront is a parade of smart, up-market hotels.

The further inland you go towards the village of Içmeler , the quieter it becomes. For a relaxing couple of hours why not take a stroll up to the village centre and have a drink at the local "Kahve" (coffee shop). It probably won't be long before you're challenged to a game of "Okey" by one of the locals.

Içmeler is at the foot of the pine-clad Palamut Hills, which lead to smaller resorts like Turunç, Bozburun and Selimiye.

As for local facilities there is a post office on the main road as you approach the centre of Içmeler and spread around the centre are a number of exchange bureaux and a few banks.

Restaurants tend to specialize in Turkish and European dishes and are generally very reasonably priced.