Turunc The fishing port of Turunc is 15 minutes drive from Marmaris, and because of strict building restrictions it has escaped the mass tourism of other places.The bay has 500 metres of sand, shingle and clear blue water. On offer is a wide selection of water sports including surfing, water skiing, speed boats and scuba diving. Large numbers of restaurants and bars offer fresh sea food and traditional Turkish cuisine. The scenery in and around Turunc is beautiful with many coastal walks with mountains nearby. Private fishing boats are available for hire.

Datca is a delightful fishing village approx, one hours drive from Marmaris centre out along the peninsula. Lovely bays, rolling hills largely untouched by manyou can spend long lazy days watching the sunset over the crystal clear water.

Icmeler Situated on a big bay with a beach that goes all the way to Marmaris, its biggest neighbour 8km away, Icmeler used to be a village, and after starting slowly, has developed into a large town. Between 1990 and the present it has been transformed with many hotels, restaurants, bars, shops and apartments,which make it a topclass resort.Despite all the building it remains pleasant, green and low-rise which gives a feeling of spaciousness.

Marmaris Well known for its natural beauty, pine clad mountains and a fantastic coastline, full of pretty coves and inlets. A modern town,Marmaris is well able to cater for tourists with plenty of restaurants, cafés, shops and bars with a good nightlife, as well as provision for water sports and sunbathing.

Armutalan is the residential suburb of Marmaris, as building in the centre of town is mainly commercial. The old quarter has traditional Turkish crafts amidst its cobbled streets and is always good value for money. Its long sandy beach has one of the best marinas in Turkey.

Beldibi just a few minutes drive up the mountain from Marmaris, is surrounded by lush forest in all directions.Mainly residential, the area is clean and tidy and offers the only international school.