Aquarium Bay
Duration
3 hrs
Admission
€9
Best time
Afternoon
Budget
Free
About this place
Aquarium Bay, or Akvaryum Koyu, is one of the most enchanting and aptly named coves on the Bodrum peninsula, a sheltered rocky inlet on the northern coastline near Gümüşlük whose extraordinarily clear and calm turquoise waters earned it its memorable nickname. Surrounded by pine-covered hillsides tumbling down to the water's edge, the bay offers a wonderfully peaceful and natural Aegean swimming experience away from the busier resort beaches.
Tips
The exceptionally clear and shallow waters make Aquarium Bay one of the finest snorkelling spots on the entire Bodrum peninsula, so bring a mask and fins to explore the rich underwater world at its best. The bay is accessible by boat trip from Bodrum marina, making it a popular stop on daily peninsula boat tours — an enjoyable and scenic way to arrive. Facilities are minimal, so bring food, water, and sun protection for a comfortable day at the bay. The surrounding pine-covered hillsides offer welcome shade during the hottest hours of the day, making Aquarium Bay a particularly pleasant and naturally beautiful escape from the busier and more developed beaches of the peninsula.