Icmeler is located in the western part of Marmaris Bay, in an amazingly picturesque bay west of the city seven kilometers, and relaxing here is a real pleasure. Icmeler Bay is a magnificent natural formation unlike other places. This place has become more popular among lovers in recent years beach holiday thanks to clearest waters Mediterranean Sea and beautiful sand and pebble beaches.

Icmeler is a surprisingly cozy place. The city got its name thanks to spring water, which has a beneficial effect on the digestive system. There were once a lot of water sources here; several of the surviving ones can be seen even now if you drive deep into the town.

Icmeler is translated from Turkish as “lost paradise”, which is completely true: green mountain slopes descend directly to the sandy beaches, and the turquoise sea under the blue sky is great place for water sports. Icmeler is especially suitable for family vacation. The sea here is always calm, smooth as a mirror and crystal clear, so you can clearly see the bottom several meters away and colorful fish busily scurrying back and forth.

The mild climate of Icmeler throughout the year creates excellent conditions for healing the body and relaxing. The resort welcomes shocked travelers with majestic mountain peaks covered pine forest. The mountains protect it from bad weather and winds. The air here is so clean and fresh that it simply takes your breath away.

Icmeler until recently belonged to resort area Marmaris, however Lately it quickly became a self-sufficient holiday destination with excellent tourism infrastructure. Built along the entire coast a large number of expensive hotels and hotels, some of which have an area that amazes with its unusual design and size. Moreover, all hotels cozy town are very close to the sea, so to get to the beautiful beach framed by gardens, you do not have to make long trips, and the first-class level of service in the hotels will make your holiday even more enjoyable.

The sea in the bay warms up well and is always calm, which is an important fact when vacationing with children. There are playgrounds and attractions for kids here. Adults can visit the city market, shopping mall, various discos, and also just take a walk along the pedestrian area leading to Marmaris.

Numerous bars, restaurants, boutiques, etc. are at your service. If you get closer to the mountains, you can visit the village of Icmelera - Koyichi, where you are always welcome for a visit. Leaving the village and continuing towards the mountains, you can get to big park. Here you can admire exotic plants and enjoy clean air. You can also walk around cozy streets open market where local craftsmen trade.

In Icmeler, vacationers are offered a wide range of entertainment. For example, those who love leisure would love to go skiing water skiing, banana boat, jet ski, bicycle, windsurfing, fishing, diving and rafting. You can also ride horses at the ranch or try yourself on a jeep safari.

Walking around Icmeler itself is also very exciting. And if you want to have a lot of fun, welcome to the numerous discos of Marmaris, where you can quickly get to on a special free bus.

I have posted a lot on this site interesting articles about, so today I decided to make the last article, in which I collected all the facts and answers to popular questions from tourists. Making a separate article on each issue would be stupid, since the articles would turn out to be very small. Therefore, I decided to make one big article, collect information on all the remaining topics in it and completely close the course of articles about Icmeler.

How is "Icmeler" translated?

The resort of Icmeler got its name from the local mineral springs of fresh water ("Imbek" means "drink" in Turkish), which have been known since ancient times for their medicinal properties, healing for the digestive system.

Why Icmeler is called "Venice"

In the city, which divides it into two parts, and, like in Venice, small boats float along the canal. For this reason local residents Icmeler was also nicknamed "Turkish Venice".

From Icmeler to Turunc

How to get from Icmeler to the neighboring city of Turunc? There are several ways. A taxi ride will cost 7-9 euros during daylight hours. This is the most convenient option. If you want to save money, you can take the dolmus, which runs between Marmaris and Turunc and passes through Icmeler. True, such dolmus go much less frequently than the Icmeler-Marmaris dolmus. But the cost of the trip will be no more than 1 euro per person (like 3 lira, if I’m not mistaken). The third option is to travel by boat. Boats also do not go often, but the schedule can be seen in the harbor. The cost of a one-way trip is 15 liras. More expensive than dolmus, but you can admire the coast from the sea. That is, it will be a kind of cruise.

Dolphinarium in Icmeler

There is a dolphinarium, but not in Icmeler, but in neighboring Marmaris. True, it is located close to Icmeler. This dolphinarium is located in the area Club Hotels Turban and Yazici Mares. I'll do it later detailed description this dolphinarium when I start writing articles about Marmaris.

Is it possible to buy Turkish pastries in Icmeler

Of course, there are several shops in Icmeler that sell Turkish sweets and pastries. In the cafe you can also inexpensively try a variety of Turkish pastries.

Is there Denizbank in Icmeler

As I understand, there is no branch of this bank in Icmeler, but there is an ATM of this bank near the Vela Hotel. Denizbank branches and several ATMs can be found in the city of Marmaris, which is easily accessible by dolmus.

Is there free wifi in Icmeler?

Yes, many hotels have free Wi-Fi, and restaurants and cafes almost always have their own Wi-Fi as well. Hotels often provide a password to access the Internet, while restaurants and cafes usually provide access without a password.

How long does it take to drive from Icmeler to Ephesus?

Quite interesting and educational, but some tourists refuse their desire to go on this excursion due to the fact that the trip to ancient city takes a lot of time. The distance from Icmeler to Ephesus is about 220 km. In the case of a non-stop trip, the travel time will be 3-4 hours, but in reality it usually turns out to be 4-5 hours.

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Türkiye resort Icmeler: reviews from tourists with photos and videos

When going to Turkey, you should not immediately choose well-known and popular resorts. Look at the variety of resort towns in the country and one of these wonderful resort towns is Icmeler. New reviews from tourists in 2019 will help you get acquainted with the beaches and attractions of the area, see all the beauty of nature and you can decide what to choose in the end: popular place or quiet and calm Icmeler.

Dmitriy.

“After a holiday in Antalya, the city of Icmeler will seem completely unusual and not Turkish to you. There are not many tourists here, there is a lot of greenery and many birds right on the seashore. Hotels overlook the sea and you don’t have to worry about choosing accommodation. In the worst case scenario, you will have to walk five minutes to the sea, and this is very short.

For history buffs, it's boring here. There are almost no attractions, only a lonely pirate castle.
Hotel prices are lower than in Antalya, but there are also expensive hotels. Food in the cafe is not expensive, but you can order an exotic dish for a decent amount. There are plenty of shops and stalls with ice cream and drinks. On every corner they sell something and people buy it all. There are a lot of bike paths in the city. Bike rentals on every beach and at every stop. A bicycle is a convenient and cheap transport for tourists.
I liked the city and the holiday here, I give it an A”!

Victoria.

“Very beautiful and interesting place. There is so much greenery in the city that it is everywhere. In hotels, cafes, bus stops and right on the roads.
Compared to other cities in Turkey, Icmeler is quiet and calm, cozy and clean. There are few tourists here even in high season. Perhaps due to the lack of direct flights, getting to the resort is problematic. But those who got there never regretted it.”

Daria.

“This is the first time we have vacationed in this Turkish city. I liked the beautiful views from the embankment, I really liked the mountains and the views from their peaks.
The beaches at the resort are sandy, the embankment is new and not at all the same as in Antalya or others popular resorts. The water off the coast is clear, you can see the bottom at a depth of two meters.
Icmeler is a simple resort where there is nothing but beaches and sea. There are trade tents, stalls, shops. There is no special entertainment, only the sea and the beach, mountains and walks. For entertainment and excursions you need to go to Marmaris. By bus only 15-20 minutes.
In principle, you can come back here on vacation, but not every year. You won’t really like such a monotonous vacation, but coming here every three or more years is a great idea.”

Gennady.

“I liked absolutely everything about Icmeler. The local embankment is long and stretches to Marmaris. You can walk along it, ride a bike or roller skate. The entire embankment is paved with paving stones. On one side there is a beautiful sea, on the other there are trees and unforgettable views. Squirrels are jumping through the trees, and if you are walking, you will certainly notice them.
There is a lovers' rock in the city. Absolutely all tourists come here. The view from the top is such that you really understand why the name is what it is. Under such views it is great to confess your love and kiss.
Icmeler is not even worth criticizing. Everything is beautiful here and everything is perfect. It’s great to relax here, and if you love silence and nature, then you will fall in love with this place.”

Arseny.

"Icmeler is located in beautiful bay. The water here is warm and clean. We lived in a hotel right on the seashore. View from the windows of the sea and mountains. Immediately outside the hotel there is a wonderful terrace for eating. After a small pool, a bridge across it and White sand. And then there’s the sea!

Every morning began as if you were in a fairy tale. You wake up from the rays of the sun. You go out into the streets and have breakfast overlooking the pool and the sea. Afterwards you can take a dip in the pool or the sea. In the evening, dinner on the terrace and swimming in the pool.
The air here is clean, even in the heat it is fresh and easy to breathe. Icmeler is a village. In the center there are fountains that are illuminated in different colors. There is also a water canal in the town, and you can take a boat ride along it, just like in Venice.
There is one drawback here - the beaches are not wide. There are five sunbeds next to each other and that's the maximum. Therefore, you need to reserve a seat in advance. If the hotel has its own beach, then you will always have a place. And if the beach is public, then you should hurry, otherwise sometimes there is nowhere to put a towel.

Palm trees and other trees grow in the city. Squirrels and many birds jump on them. There are many shops and cafes, so you won’t go hungry. Ice cream sellers put on entire performances to sell it. There are a lot of people in local coffee shops. Turkish coffee is pleasant and tasty, and even in summer people drink a lot of it.
Another disadvantage is that it is a bay and open sea not visible here. So if you love the endless sea, then you won’t like it here. The rest of us will feel comfortable here. I think this is paradise and the holiday here is heavenly.”

Icmeler is located on the Aegean Sea. If you like this region, then look at all the famous resorts on the Aegean Sea and choose the best one.

If you have already traveled the entire Antalya coast and you want to see something new in Turkey, then welcome to the shore Aegean Sea.

This article will talk about resort village Icmeler, which is located 8 km away in a bay at the foot of the mountains on the shores of the Aegean Sea. The name of the village in translation sounds like “Drink water”. It received this name due to the located in the village mineral springs.

Icmeler on the map of Turkey

Icmeler used to be a district of Marmaris, but in this moment This is a separate settlement.

Icmeler is an excellent holiday option for families with children and diving enthusiasts. Diving in Icmeler is one of the best in Turkey.

The village has a shopping center, a market (open on Wednesdays), and many discos and nightclubs. Jewelry lovers can stroll to Kenan Evren Boulevard, where jewelry shops are located.

A wonderful walking area has been built along the beach, along which you can walk to Marmaris. Along the sea line there are hotels, cafes, bars and shops.

Beach and sea

The beaches in Icmeler are mainly sand and pebbles. The water in the sea is clean, much cleaner than in Marmaris. The banks have a gentle slope.

The beaches are mostly private. Umbrellas and sun loungers are available for a fee.

If you want to spend time quietly, then you should visit Denizyaka Beach. The beach is equipped, the sea in this place is calm and there are few people. In a word, there are all the conditions to relax well.

For young people, an excellent option would be to visit Nirvana Beach, where discos and various parties are regularly held.

Those wishing to observe nature in its original form can be invited to go to wild beach, where there is absolutely no infrastructure.

What to see: Sights and entertainment

There are no attractions in the village itself, but in Icmeler you can wander around the surrounding area, or buy excursions to various parts of Turkey. For example, you will go to Pamukkale, visit the ancient city of Ephesus and much more.

For those who like to climb caves with stalactites and stalagmites, you can see the neighboring villages of Kumlubuk and Turunchem. Lovers of antiquity will love the ruins of the ancient city of Hidas and the ruins of the city of Lorim with ruined palaces one hundred and twenty meters high, as well as the ancient cities of Tissanos and Larumna.

For lovers of active sea ​​holiday It is offered to ride water skis, banana boats and motorcycles.

Besides aquatic species entertainment Icmeler is considered one of the best places in Turkey for diving. For studying underwater world there are all the conditions: the water is clear, visibility is maintained even at a depth of forty meters.

Here you can observe a large number of aquatic inhabitants. You might be lucky and see an octopus, a barracuda, a carriage turtle, or some other interesting sea creature.

There are dive centers in the village where you can take everything necessary equipment for diving. There is a school for beginners.

Most often, divers swim on the nearest islands, where their main place is the beautiful Kadirga underwater mountain consisting of tunnels and caves.

Holidays on a yacht and entertainment for children

Those who like to sail on a yacht can visit the town of Orhaniye, with magnificent beaches and beautiful forests. It is also worth visiting the 600-meter long underwater spit of Kizkumu and find out what it is famous for. There you will see an island with the ruins of a monastery and an old castle.

We recommend visiting Bilim Park for families with children. It is located at the entrance to the village. Entrance to the park is free. The park is surrounded by greenery and flowers. Here you can have a great walk or go on a picnic. The park has special recreation areas.

The park looks more like an open-air natural science museum:

• botanical garden;
• exhibitions that test your dexterity, logic, strength and intelligence;
• tables for board games.

The park has an indoor part for lovers of scientific experiments.

A vegetable garden has been built for the kids. Flowers and vegetables are planted here. Children themselves fill watering cans with water and water the plants. There are also special boxes with worms and compost around.

Climate. Weather and water temperature

Icmeler is located on the Aegean coast and delights arriving tourists with a subtropical climate.

Air temperature in Icmeler

Weather in winter

In winter it is cool here and it rains often. In spring it becomes much warmer. However, you can relax on the beaches of Icmeler a little later than on the coasts of the Mediterranean Sea. The Aegean Sea warms up more slowly than the Mediterranean, which is why in May beach season still closed.

However, vacationers can enjoy the healthy air and sunbathe.

At the end of May, the temperature here reaches almost thirty degrees, while the sea temperature is slightly lower and fluctuates between eighteen and twenty degrees.

The beach season in Icmeler begins in June. This is the most pleasant time to relax, since the bulk of tourists are just about to arrive.

Temperatures reach their maximum in July and August. However, unlike the resorts of the Mediterranean Sea, comfortable conditions remain here during the peak season, since the stifling heat bypasses Icmeler.

Weather in Icmeler in autumn from September

September is the period when many tourists go back after enjoying this beautiful place. However, some prefer to only stay in the village at this time, since the velvet season begins in September.

September holidays will be especially favorable for families with children, as well as for older people, since children and the elderly may not tolerate the heat well.

In October and November holiday season closed. If you want to come here at this particular time, then there is a good opportunity to walk around the area, admiring the grandeur of the mountains and the beauty of the sea.

How to get to Icmeler

Nearest international Airport located 97 kilometers from Icmeler (1.5 hours drive), in the city of Dalaman. It is not possible to get directly from Dalaman to Icmeler, there is no such option.

From the airport you can get to Marmaris by Havas or Coop’s buses. From Marmaris it is very easy to get to the village. Minibuses run regularly, with the earliest departure time being seven in the morning. The last flight is at two o'clock in the morning. At the same time, minibuses (or dolmus, as the locals call them) of Marmaris can be recognized by their green stripe, and dolmus of Icmeler - by their orange. Travel time is approximately fifteen minutes.

For lovers of boat trips there is great opportunity get to the village from Marmaris by sea on a yacht.
You can also take a taxi or order a transfer. This option will allow you to arrive directly to your booked hotel.

If it is not possible to fly to the airport in Dalaman, there are other airports nearby in Bodrum (140 km from the airport to the village) and Antalya (340 km).

Most hotels in Icmeler are located on the first line (mostly across the road). Hotels are of a higher level than in Marmaris. Hotels mainly have large areas, swimming pools, playgrounds and restaurants.

Hotel prices vary depending on the star rating, there are also expensive offers, and budget. The staff speaks Russian in some places.

Beaches at hotels located on the first line are equipped and closed to outsiders.

Icmeler is a wonderful resort where you can have an unforgettable time and get a lot of positive emotions and impressions.

Have you been to Icmeler? Write your opinion about this place in the comments?

Icmeler - popular Turkish resort, located 15 minutes drive from the city of Marmaris.

general information

Icmeler is surrounded on three sides by pine forests. It is 100 km from Dalaman Airport. The resort village owes its name to the local healing mineral springs, which benefit the digestive system.

Icmeler's infrastructure is well developed. Many hotels stand here on the shore and offer their guests a wide range of services and relaxation on their own beach areas. Tourists can stay in both expensive and budget hotels (in some places the staff speaks Russian) - prices vary depending on the number of stars awarded to them, so before making a choice, it is advisable to “pro-hotel” all the options.

Note! The hotels on the first line are well equipped and some of them do not allow strangers onto their beaches.

Climate

The climate in Icmeler is Mediterranean, but the humidity level here is lower than in Antalya, making high summer temperatures much easier to bear.

Icmeler on the map of Turkey

Summers in Icmeler are hot but not sweltering (the hottest months are July and August), and winters are warm but rainy and windy.

Icmeler, Türkiye: attractions

Sights of Turkey in Icmeler and the surrounding area:

• Kayabal Street: The 4-kilometer Icmeler street leads tourists through shopping shops, cafes, gardens and hotel terraces to the city beach;
• The ancient city of Amos (10.8 km): the ruins of Amos in the form of city walls, towers, a theater, a small temple, and a necropolis are subject to inspection;
• Orhaniye (9.7 km): this place is famous for the 600-meter sandy spit of Kyz-Kumu, which divides the bay into 2 parts. Many flock here for warm water and sandy beach;
• Ancient city of Lorima (10.9 km): those who decide to visit this place will see the ruins of a castle that reached a height of 120 m.

Ruins of Lorima

Description of types of recreation

Leisure

In Icmeler, active vacationers will be able to:

• go diving (those diving underwater will be able to meet eels, barracudas, sea ​​turtles, octopuses, lobsters, as well as explore the caves and tunnels of the Kadirga seamount, as well as see anchors and fragments of amphorae) or parasailing;
• ride jet skis;
• take part in a horseback ride around the outskirts of Marmaris (15 $/adult and 9 $/child): first, active travelers will be taken towards Hisaronu Bay, to the base, where they will be given instructions and given the necessary equipment. During a 1.5-2 hour horseback ride, tourists will visit the forest, cross the river, and visit one of the local villages. Horseback riding runs daily at 10am, noon, 2pm and 4pm;

Note! For vacationers with children, there is a short route, which the latter will cover on pony horses.

• go hiking from Icmeler to Turunc along a mountain trail: in the depths of Icmeler, on one of the streets, you will be able to find the entrance to the mountains with the inscription: Turunc. All along the way before active tourists sites with beautiful panoramic views, and at the end of the route they will have a descent down to Turunca beach with perfectly clear water.

The beginning of the path - Turunc inscription

Note! Multi-colored markers and arrows serve as indicators of the correct path (in some places they are very worn, so you can lose your way).

Beach holiday

The sea in Icmeler is calm and clean: the seabed is visible for several meters. The entry into the water is gentle. Coastline stretches for more than 1 km. The beach covering is sand mixed with pebbles. In general, Icmeler beach, where the Blue Flag flies, is ideal for families with children.

Beach in Icmeler

Note! On Icmeler beach there are bars, changing rooms and showers, umbrellas and sun loungers, but those who wish can use their own towel. And for an additional fee, water activities will be available to everyone.

Entertainment for children

Those who are planning to vacation in Icmeler with children should include entertainment program visiting the Atlantis water park in Marmaris (from Icmeler it is a 9-minute drive). There is a special area for them with a swimming pool and mini-slides in the shape of animals.

Ticket prices in 2018: $12.75*/adult and $9/child 6-12 years old.

Night life

Until midnight, tourists can spend time in restaurants and bars (Canary Bar, Mitos Bar, etc.), where they will be entertained by live music and various shows. And after midnight, those who wish can go to one of the night clubs (Ambiance Night Club, Club Ace).

Shopping

In May-November, Icmeler shops are open daily from 9 am to midnight. You can pay for purchases in lira, euros, dollars and pounds sterling.

Note! On Wednesdays, you can visit the weekly market (its specialization is the sale of clothing and food), which takes place at the intersection of the roads leading to Marmaris and the village of Turunc.

Excursions from Icmeler

Tourists will be interested in the following excursions:

• Turkish Night ($25/adult and $15/6-12 year old child: an event with fakir shows, national dances, competitions, etc., held at the Kervansaray restaurant. For an additional fee, you can order cold snacks and light alcoholic drinks;
• Ephesus (6 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.; adult tickets cost $44, children's tickets cost $22): Anyone on a tour of Ephesus will have the chance to admire monuments over 1,500 years old - agoras, temples, theater, fountains, library Celsus;
• Cleopatra Island (09:30-10:30 - 17:00-18:00; excursion cost: 22 $/adult and 10 $/child): as part of the sea trip, tourists will relax on sandy beach, will see the ruins of the ancient city of Kedrai in the form of fortress walls, a small theater and the temple of Apollo, and will also hear from the guide interesting stories from the lives of Cleopatra, Caesar and Mark Antony;
• Aegean Islands (08:45 - 17:00; adult ticket costs $22, child ticket - $10): as part of the mini-cruise, vacationers will visit Hisaronu Bay, swim in Silemie, see the Greek monastery on Camellia Island, and visit Zubasty for swimming island, take unique photographs on Rabbit Island, “explore” the waters of English Bay, and also spend time on Maiden Spit beach;
• Pamukkale (6 a.m. - 8 p.m.; adult ticket costs $38, children's ticket $19): At 6:00 a.m. - 8:15 a.m., excursionists will be collected from Icmeler hotels and taken for a 30-minute breakfast in the city of Mugla; at 8:15-11:30 they will be delivered first to the village of Kale, and then to Pamukkale; at 11:00-15:00 tourists will visit the Pamukkale terraces and theater ancient city Hierapolis, and also swim in Cleopatra’s pool (those who decide to swim will pay an additional $9); at 15:30-16:00 they will be taken from Pamukkale to a restaurant, where they will be treated to lunch (breakfast and lunch are included in the excursion price); at 16:00-20:00 - tourists will be taken back to their hotels, but along the way there will be stops at a textile factory and in the city of Mugla;
• “The Confluence of Two Seas” (09:30-10:00 - 16:30; cost boat trip in the vicinity of Marmaris - $20/adult and $10/child): excursionists can explore the Phosphorus Cave, visit a fish farm, swim in the Green Sea Bay.

Cleopatra's pool

Experienced tourists advise:

• Go to Icmeler in June or September, when the water and air temperatures are most favorable there;
• Take a look at Kenan Evren Boulevard: there are several shops where you can buy jewelry;
• Plan a trip to Icmeler in May for the opportunity to attend the Marmaris Folk Dance Festival.

Tours to Icmeler are popular among lovers of the sea, sun and relaxing holiday. Tourists from Moscow first need to fly to Dalaman airport, and from there to Icmeler - about 1.5 hours by taxi.

* Prices are valid for summer 2018.