Beaches · Bodrum · Turkey
The best beaches in and near Bodrum
Where to swim and spend a beach day, and when the water is warm.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: DoubleGrazing, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
The best-known beach is Bitez (About 6 km west of Bodrum Town). The sea is usually warm enough for a comfortable swim (21°C+) in June–October.
Key facts
- Beaches in this guide
- 6
- Swimming season
- June–October
- Warmest sea
- 25°C (77°F)
The beaches
About 6 km west of Bodrum Town · Families and windsurfing
1.Bitez
A long, shallow bay with beach clubs and cafés, calm in the morning and windy in the afternoon.
About 3 km west of Bodrum Town · Water sports and a young crowd
2.Gümbet
A sheltered sandy bay lined with sunbeds and water sports, busy and lively in summer.
About 10 km west of Bodrum Town · Families who want sand
3.Yahşi
One of the peninsula's longest sandy beaches, with beach clubs and family hotels behind it.
About 20 km west of Bodrum Town · A swim before a sunset dinner
4.Gümüşlük
A small beach in a protected bay with fish restaurants and views to Rabbit Island.
About 15 km north of Bodrum Town · Upscale beach clubs
5.Türkbükü
Wooden jetties and beach-club decks over calm, clear water rather than a sandy beach.
In Bodrum Town · A quick swim in town
6.Kumbahçe
A small town beach on the eastern bay below Bar Street, with views of the castle.
Sea temperature by month
| Month | Sea | Air high |
|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C (63°F) | 15°C (59°F) |
| February | 16°C (61°F) | 15°C (59°F) |
| March | 16°C (61°F) | 17°C (63°F) |
| April | 17°C (63°F) | 20°C (68°F) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 25°C (77°F) |
| June | 23°C (73°F) | 30°C (86°F) |
| July | 25°C (77°F) | 33°C (91°F) |
| August | 25°C (77°F) | 33°C (91°F) |
| September | 24°C (75°F) | 29°C (84°F) |
| October | 22°C (72°F) | 25°C (77°F) |
| November | 19°C (66°F) | 20°C (68°F) |
| December | 17°C (63°F) | 16°C (61°F) |
Staying near the beach
$ · Best for budget, nightlife and beach
Gümbet
Just west of Bodrum Town over the windmill ridge, Gümbet has a sheltered sandy bay lined with sunbeds, water sports and budget hotels. It is known for its party bars and clubs in summer, attracting a young crowd. Bodrum Town is a 30-minute walk or short dolmuş ride away.
- Good
- Lower prices; Sandy beach with shallow water; Close to Bodrum Town
- Watch out
- Loud nightlife in summer; Built-up and less charming
- Nearby
- Bodrum Town, Bodrum windmills, Bitez
Getting to the beaches
- Bus — Dolmuş minibuses leave Bodrum's bus station for Gümbet, Bitez, Ortakent, Turgutreis, Gümüşlük, Yalıkavak and Göltürkbükü, running frequently in summer.
- Car — A hire car makes it easy to explore the bays and reach Ephesus or Didyma.
- Boat — Water taxis and boats link some bays in summer, and ferries run from Bodrum to Kos and the Datça peninsula.
Beach-weather months
Days of 24°C (75°F) or more with no more than nine rainy days come in May–October. The busiest of those is July, so book early.
Beach safety
Bodrum is generally relaxed for visitors. Take care with summer heat, strong meltemi winds on some beaches, scooter accidents on steep roads and overcharging in some bars and taxis. Watch drinks and belongings in crowded nightlife areas. Swim at lifeguarded beaches where possible and follow local flag warnings.
Questions travellers ask
+Does Bodrum have beaches?
Yes: Bitez, Gümbet, Yahşi, Gümüşlük, Türkbükü and Kumbahçe.
+When is the sea warm enough to swim in Bodrum?
Usually June–October, when the sea averages 21°C or more.
+What is the best beach near Bodrum?
Bitez: A long, shallow bay with beach clubs and cafés, calm in the morning and windy in the afternoon.