Places to visit
Things to do in Didim
13 destinations, each with a description, how long it takes and where it sits on the map.
In short
toroti’s catalogue holds 13 described destinations within Didim, Aydın. The themes that come up most: Coast, Faith heritage, Local culture, Nature, History, Archaeology.
Akbük Plajı
The beach, which is the 2nd most popular and preferred beach after Didim’s Altınkum beach, is located approximately 20 km from Didim. Akbük beach, which has a coastline of approximately 11 km, is one of the rare beaches where blue and green meet.
60 minutes
İlyas Bey Camii
It is in Balat Village next to Miletos in Söke. It was commissioned by İlyas Bey of the Menteşeoğulları around 1404. In the construction of this mosque, known by the name Cuma Camisi, marble block stones from the ancient city of Miletos were used. For this reason, the interior and exterior of the mosque are covered with smooth marble blocks.
20 minutes
3. Koy Plajı
Didim 3rd Bay Beach, located 5 km from Didim Center, is 30 meters wide and 250 meters long. Didim 3rd Bay Beach is located right next to 5-star hotels. Didim 3rd Bay Beach, which became busier with the opening of Didim Marina, has a Blue Flag and crystal-clear water.
60 minutes
İlyas Bey Külliyesi
This külliye, consisting of units such as a mosque, madrasa, imaret, double bath and bazaar, commissioned in Balat in 1404 by İlyas Bey, the last ruler of the Menteşeoğulları, is one of the most original monuments of the art of the Beyliks period in Anatolia.
30 minutes
Bafa Gölü
Lake Bafa is one of Turkey's important lakes in terms of archaeological and historical values. The region is a place that attracts the interest of tourists and researchers with its history and nature. Milas Belediyesi The Söke plain was sea about 2000 years ago; there was a large gulf here. The alluvium brought by the Büyük Menderes river filled the gulf and turned it into a plain. Today's Lake Bafa remained in between as a piece of the sea. Milas Belediyesi There are two islands on the lake.
45 minutes
Didyma Antik Kenti
The first excavations carried out here were conducted by the British in 1858 and continued until 1937. This city is not only an ancient city but also a religious center. After Alexander the Great's victory against the Persians, the construction of Didyma Ancient City was begun. Apollo's twin sister is the Moon Goddess Artemis, and the Milesians gave this city the name Didyma, which means “twin sibling” in Greek.
45 minutes
Saplı Ada Plajı
Saplı Ada, which is protected as a conservation area, has an interesting structure. It was formed by the accumulation of ashes scattered around as a result of a very large volcanic eruption that occurred in the Aegean Sea in the 1500s BC. Today, it is still possible to see this ash layer. When you reach the island, look a few centimeters below the ground; you will see this ash layer. You can also reach the island on foot, which is located approximately 100 meters off Akbük Koyu.
60 minutes
Kuş Gözlemciliği - Bafa Gölü
It is a very slightly saline lake located in the southeast of the Büyük Menderes Delta. The area gains Important Bird Area status with the breeding populations of the marsh swallow and the spur-winged lapwing. The Dalmatian pelican coming from the Büyük Menderes Delta can be seen on the lake throughout the year. Bafa Gölü is of great importance in terms of wintering water birds. Little grebe, great crested grebe, black-necked grebe, cormorant, pygmy cormorant, gadwall, ferruginous duck and coot are the main wintering species.
45 minutes
Manastır Koyu Plajı
After passing Didim 3. Koy Plajı, you can reach Manastır Koyu and Plajı by entering the footpath and continuing until the beach road. After the short and challenging journey, you will be met with a deep blue, wavy, and warm sea.
60 minutes
1. Koy Plajı
While passing from Altınkum Beach to the area where the 5-star hotels are located, the beach in the place called Aytepe Mevkii is Didim 1st Bay Beach. 1st Bay Beach, where those engaged in amateur fishing can have a pleasant time, is one of Didim’s quiet beaches. 1 .
60 minutes
Altınkum Plajı (Didim)
Altınkum Plajı (Didim) is a public Blue Flag beach on the coast at Didim.
60 minutes
Fevzipaşa Plajı
Fevzipaşa Plajı is a public Blue Flag beach on the coast at Didim.
60 minutes
Milet Ören Yeri
Milet Archaeological Site is a historical ancient city located in Didim, Aydın. It is known as an important center of philosophy, science, and art.
120 minutes