About Marmaris
Marmaris is a municipality and district of Muğla Province, Turkey. Its area is 906 km2, and its population is 97,818 (2022). It is a port city and tourist resort on the Mediterranean coast, along the shoreline of the Turkish Riviera.
Things to do in Marmaris by type
20 tours, tickets and experiences across 4 categories. Pick a type to see what is available for your dates.
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Cruise & Water Tours 7 experiences Aegean Islands - Full-Day Boat Tour -
Outdoor activities & Adventure 6 experiences Buggy Safari Experience with transfer -
Day Trips & Excursions 5 experiences Discover Akyaka and Gökce from Marmaris - Private Shore Tour -
Art & culture 2 experiences Ephesus and House of Virgin Mary - Full-Day Tour
- Over 6 hours 12
- 1-3 hours 3
- Flexible 1
- Couples 2
- Families 2
- Adult only 1
- Senior 1
- Youth 1
- Private 1
- Shore excursions 1
Top experiences in Marmaris
Tours, tickets and experiences you can book with Destina Holidays, from 20 available.
Bays of Marmaris - Lazy Day Boat Trip
From $47 per adult
Scuba Diving Experience - 2 Dives
From $70 per adult
Discover Akyaka and Gökce from Marmaris - Private Shore Tour
From $171 per adult
Travel Internet eSIM Data Card - Turkey
From $9 per adult
Best time to visit Marmaris
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Marmaris is May and October, when average daytime highs are around 79–80°F and rain falls on about 6 days a month.
Average daily low and high temperatures and days with at least 1 mm of rain, from recent weather records. Highlighted months are the most comfortable for sightseeing.
Know before you go
- Currency
- Turkish lira (TRY)1 US dollar ≈ ₺49.6
- Language
- Turkish
- Calling code
- +90
- Driving
- On the right
- Time zone
- Europe/IstanbulUTC+3
- Capital
- Ankara
Upcoming public holidays in Turkiye
- New Year's DayYılbaşı
- Eid al-Fitr First Day (Tentative Date)Ramazan Bayramı 1. Gün (Tentative Date)
- Eid al-Fitr Second Day (Tentative Date)Ramazan Bayramı 2. Gün (Tentative Date)
- Eid al-Fitr Third Day (Tentative Date)Ramazan Bayramı 3. Gün (Tentative Date)
- National Independence & Children's DayUlusal Egemenlik ve Çocuk Bayramı
- Labour Dayİşçi Bayramı
Banks, offices and some attractions may close on public holidays, and flights and hotels often fill up early around them.
Getting to Marmaris
These are the airports closest to central Marmaris. Compare fares into each one, as a slightly longer transfer can sometimes mean a much cheaper flight.
- DLM Dalaman Airport31 mi (49 km) from the city centre
Getting around Marmaris
Dolmuş minibuses are the main way to get around: they ply the city main streets and link the outlying suburbs and villages. You pay a flat fare, which in 2022 within Marmaris was 5 TL (these dolmuşes have a green band across them), and to İçmeler (orange band) was 7 TL.
Marmaris travel FAQ
When is the best time to visit Marmaris?
Based on recent weather records, the most comfortable time to visit Marmaris is May and October, when average daytime highs are around 79–80°F and rain falls on about 6 days a month.
What is the weather like in Marmaris?
July is usually the warmest month in Marmaris, with average highs of 99°F (37°C). February is the coolest, with average lows of 43°F (6°C). The wettest month is typically December, with about 256 mm of rain.
Which airport is closest to Marmaris?
Dalaman Airport (DLM) is the closest airport, about 31 miles (49 km) from the centre of Marmaris.
What currency is used in Marmaris?
Marmaris uses the Turkish lira (TRY). At the latest exchange rate, 1 US dollar ≈ ₺49.6.
What time zone is Marmaris in?
Marmaris uses the Europe/Istanbul time zone (currently UTC+3). Remember to check for daylight saving changes when planning connecting flights.
How do I get around Marmaris?
Dolmuş minibuses are the main way to get around: they ply the city main streets and link the outlying suburbs and villages. You pay a flat fare, which in 2022 within Marmaris was 5 TL (these dolmuşes have a green band across them), and to İçmeler (orange band) was 7 TL.
What are the top things to do in Marmaris?
Popular experiences you can book in Marmaris include Bays of Marmaris - Lazy Day Boat Trip, Scuba Diving Experience - 2 Dives and Discover Akyaka and Gökce from Marmaris - Private Shore Tour. Destina Holidays offers 20 tours and activities here.
What kinds of tours and activities can I book in Marmaris?
The most popular types of experiences in Marmaris are cruise & water tours (7), outdoor activities & adventure (6), day trips & excursions (5) and art & culture (2). Filter by type when you search to compare prices and availability for your dates.
