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City/town information

Güllük is a small harbor/fishing town within the district of Milas. Güllük's popularity has been increasing over the last few years due to its location. Güllük is located 12 minutes from the Bodrum – Milas International Airport and located close to Bodrum (45 km), Milas (25km) and several nearby resort towns such as Gümüşlük, Yalikavak, Bitez and many others. Güllük has a number of fish restaurants serving locally caught sea bass and bream, cafes and pubs. In addition there are several supermarkets, banks, a health clinic, post office plus a multitude of local shops and businesses. Local attractions include the beach, pleasure boat trips and glorious sunsets. You can locate Villa Breeze and some of the surrounding points of interest on the map below: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1sATQ2jJF6hoOPW_qoreEAM8z_qpkWlg4&usp=sharing
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Güllük
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Güllük is a small harbor/fishing town within the district of Milas. Güllük's popularity has been increasing over the last few years due to its location. Güllük is located 12 minutes from the Bodrum – Milas International Airport and located close to Bodrum (45 km), Milas (25km) and several nearby resort towns such as Gümüşlük, Yalikavak, Bitez and many others. Güllük has a number of fish restaurants serving locally caught sea bass and bream, cafes and pubs. In addition there are several supermarkets, banks, a health clinic, post office plus a multitude of local shops and businesses. Local attractions include the beach, pleasure boat trips and glorious sunsets. You can locate Villa Breeze and some of the surrounding points of interest on the map below: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=1sATQ2jJF6hoOPW_qoreEAM8z_qpkWlg4&usp=sharing
Gundogan is a fantastic town on the Bodrum Peninsula for a day trip. There are multiple beach clubs or restaurants where you can rent out umbrella/chairs for the day. It is also a great town for dinner as there are many restaurants to choose from, many directly on the water. Gundogan has a laid back, chill vibe and is very popular with locals and tourists alike. If you're looking to party, Gundogan might be too slow for you; however if you're looking for a relaxing day on the beach with great food options it is a fantastic town to visit.
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Gündoğan
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Gundogan is a fantastic town on the Bodrum Peninsula for a day trip. There are multiple beach clubs or restaurants where you can rent out umbrella/chairs for the day. It is also a great town for dinner as there are many restaurants to choose from, many directly on the water. Gundogan has a laid back, chill vibe and is very popular with locals and tourists alike. If you're looking to party, Gundogan might be too slow for you; however if you're looking for a relaxing day on the beach with great food options it is a fantastic town to visit.
Second largest town in the Bodrum peninsula with a very long promenade allowing for hours of uninterrupted stroll right by the water. Turgutreis is fairly windy and the sea may be wavy at times, so the beach might not be suitable for families with young kids but the town has a lot to offer with many restaurants, a long boardwalk and a shopping district. Make sure to check out Şevket Sabancı Park while in Turgutreis.
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Turgutreis
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Second largest town in the Bodrum peninsula with a very long promenade allowing for hours of uninterrupted stroll right by the water. Turgutreis is fairly windy and the sea may be wavy at times, so the beach might not be suitable for families with young kids but the town has a lot to offer with many restaurants, a long boardwalk and a shopping district. Make sure to check out Şevket Sabancı Park while in Turgutreis.
One of the most favorite vacation destinations of the rich and the famous, Bodrum is the "St. Tropez" of Türkiye known for its luxury hotels, beach clubs, food scene, shopping and night life. Villa Breeze is within 45 minutes driving distance from Bodrum, where you will have the chance to enjoy international cuisines, shopping and nightlife but counter it with the laid back and relaxed atmosphere found in Güllük.
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Bodrum
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One of the most favorite vacation destinations of the rich and the famous, Bodrum is the "St. Tropez" of Türkiye known for its luxury hotels, beach clubs, food scene, shopping and night life. Villa Breeze is within 45 minutes driving distance from Bodrum, where you will have the chance to enjoy international cuisines, shopping and nightlife but counter it with the laid back and relaxed atmosphere found in Güllük.
A perfect combination of glitz, glamour and a local vibe can be found in Yalıkavak. The renowned Yalıkavak Marina is what attracts the tourists at first sight, but the town of Yalıkavak has more to offer with amazing restaurants, shopping, a great park for kids in town center and much more. This town is a must see in Bodrum Peninsula.
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Yalıkavak
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A perfect combination of glitz, glamour and a local vibe can be found in Yalıkavak. The renowned Yalıkavak Marina is what attracts the tourists at first sight, but the town of Yalıkavak has more to offer with amazing restaurants, shopping, a great park for kids in town center and much more. This town is a must see in Bodrum Peninsula.

Night life

One of the most favorite vacation destinations of the rich and the famous, Bodrum is the "St. Tropez" of Turkey known for its luxury hotels, beach clubs, food scene, shopping and night life. Villa Breeze is within 45 minutes driving distance from Bodrum, where you will have the chance to enjoy international cuisines, shopping and nightlife but counter it with the laid back and relaxed atmosphere found in Güllük.
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Bodrum
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One of the most favorite vacation destinations of the rich and the famous, Bodrum is the "St. Tropez" of Turkey known for its luxury hotels, beach clubs, food scene, shopping and night life. Villa Breeze is within 45 minutes driving distance from Bodrum, where you will have the chance to enjoy international cuisines, shopping and nightlife but counter it with the laid back and relaxed atmosphere found in Güllük.
Göltürkbükü has some of the hippest beach clubs in Bodrum Peninsula. This is the place to "see" and to be "seen". Beach clubs here will be significantly pricier than anywhere else in Bodrum and may require prior reservation or a dress code. Most of these beach clubs have DJs starting at sunset and parties lasting into late hours of the night.
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Göltürkbükü
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Göltürkbükü has some of the hippest beach clubs in Bodrum Peninsula. This is the place to "see" and to be "seen". Beach clubs here will be significantly pricier than anywhere else in Bodrum and may require prior reservation or a dress code. Most of these beach clubs have DJs starting at sunset and parties lasting into late hours of the night.
Yalıkavak Marina is one of the most chic places in Bodrum Peninsula offering high end shopping, restaurants and a peek into the lives of the rich and the famous. The yachts you will see here will challenge many other glitzy yachts from marinas around the world.
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Yalıkavak Marina Beach Hotel
No:6 Çökertme Cd.
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Yalıkavak Marina is one of the most chic places in Bodrum Peninsula offering high end shopping, restaurants and a peek into the lives of the rich and the famous. The yachts you will see here will challenge many other glitzy yachts from marinas around the world.

Beach

Torba is situated on a protected cove so that even on the windy days, the cove and the beach remain calm. The beach is shallow and clear and there are multiple options to rent loungers and umbrellas across the beach.
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Torba
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Torba is situated on a protected cove so that even on the windy days, the cove and the beach remain calm. The beach is shallow and clear and there are multiple options to rent loungers and umbrellas across the beach.
Bitez is a tranquil village with multiple beach clubs that are generally more affordable than others in the Bodrum peninsula.
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Bitez
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Bitez is a tranquil village with multiple beach clubs that are generally more affordable than others in the Bodrum peninsula.
Mazıkoy is one of the most untouched spots in the Bodrum Peninsula, where green and blue are intertwined containing all of the natural beauties of the Aegean Region. The village, which is built between olive and pine trees has a beautiful and protected bay for a great day trip.
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Mazıköy
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Mazıkoy is one of the most untouched spots in the Bodrum Peninsula, where green and blue are intertwined containing all of the natural beauties of the Aegean Region. The village, which is built between olive and pine trees has a beautiful and protected bay for a great day trip.
Gündoğan has many options for access to water, where one can rent umbrella/ chairs and spend an entire day on the beach. Gündoğan is in a protected cove making the sea calm and easy to swim.
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Gündoğan
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Gündoğan has many options for access to water, where one can rent umbrella/ chairs and spend an entire day on the beach. Gündoğan is in a protected cove making the sea calm and easy to swim.
Göltürkbükü has some of the hippest beach clubs in Bodrum Peninsula where you might run into the rich and famous. This is the place to "see" and to be "seen". Beach clubs here will be significantly pricier than anywhere else in Bodrum and may require prior reservation or a dress code.
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Göltürkbükü
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Göltürkbükü has some of the hippest beach clubs in Bodrum Peninsula where you might run into the rich and famous. This is the place to "see" and to be "seen". Beach clubs here will be significantly pricier than anywhere else in Bodrum and may require prior reservation or a dress code.
This is a beach within 5 minute drive of Villa Breeze. The beach is accessible by public, however the umbrella/chairs belong to the Oba residents and can't be used by non-residents. Address:https://g.page/obabeachrestaurant?share
Oba Sitesi
Oba Sitesi
This is a beach within 5 minute drive of Villa Breeze. The beach is accessible by public, however the umbrella/chairs belong to the Oba residents and can't be used by non-residents. Address:https://g.page/obabeachrestaurant?share
There is a public beach at the bottom of the hill from Villa Breeze. The umbrella/ chairs can be used at no cost. It is recommended to go early in the morning as the sea starts getting wavy around 11 am onwards. There is a small market right across to buy any essentials, as well as a small hotel/ restaurant where you can have a nice lunch. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/aHBYaNBVf7SjxbWW8
Güllük Halk Plajı
No:38 Hermias Caddesi
There is a public beach at the bottom of the hill from Villa Breeze. The umbrella/ chairs can be used at no cost. It is recommended to go early in the morning as the sea starts getting wavy around 11 am onwards. There is a small market right across to buy any essentials, as well as a small hotel/ restaurant where you can have a nice lunch. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/aHBYaNBVf7SjxbWW8
A nice beach club with umbrella, chairs and food on site. Amazing sunsets as the name suggests.
Sunset Beach Adabükü
Gülorko Sitesi
A nice beach club with umbrella, chairs and food on site. Amazing sunsets as the name suggests.

Historic

Lake Bafa and its surrounding area is one of the important bird sanctuaries in Turkey. You can visit the ancient city of Heraklia, take a boat excursion or go hiking
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Bafa Lake
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Lake Bafa and its surrounding area is one of the important bird sanctuaries in Turkey. You can visit the ancient city of Heraklia, take a boat excursion or go hiking
Located on an ancient peninsula, Kıyıkışlacık is a fishing village where the ancient city of Iasos can be visited. The walled acropolis fortress of the ancient city stands high above the village, and some parts of the city walls are still visible throughout the coast if you rent a boat and take a tour around the village's shores.
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Kıyıkışlacık
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Located on an ancient peninsula, Kıyıkışlacık is a fishing village where the ancient city of Iasos can be visited. The walled acropolis fortress of the ancient city stands high above the village, and some parts of the city walls are still visible throughout the coast if you rent a boat and take a tour around the village's shores.
Milas is an ancient city rich in history with the territory of Milas containing a remarkable twenty-seven archaeological sites of note. In addition, the bustling town has a great local bazaar, shops and numerous food options.
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Milas
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Milas is an ancient city rich in history with the territory of Milas containing a remarkable twenty-seven archaeological sites of note. In addition, the bustling town has a great local bazaar, shops and numerous food options.
Located within the Bodrum Castle walls, the Archeology Museum is a great place to spend a few hours. Address:https://goo.gl/maps/X4dGa5hBfXEdpoim9
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Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology
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Located within the Bodrum Castle walls, the Archeology Museum is a great place to spend a few hours. Address:https://goo.gl/maps/X4dGa5hBfXEdpoim9
Bodrum Castle dates back to 14th century and is the "image" most people see when they google Bodrum. It is an awesome visit with many artifacts from the Roman times. You will also find many peacocks roaming the castle walls. Total amount you will spend here is likely 2 hours and you should go as late in the day as possible to avoid the heat. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/X4dGa5hBfXEdpoim9
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Castle Of Bodrum
Kale Caddesi
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Bodrum Castle dates back to 14th century and is the "image" most people see when they google Bodrum. It is an awesome visit with many artifacts from the Roman times. You will also find many peacocks roaming the castle walls. Total amount you will spend here is likely 2 hours and you should go as late in the day as possible to avoid the heat. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/X4dGa5hBfXEdpoim9

Culture

The village of Çomakdağ is famous for its women wearing colorful costumes every day, and for their traditional headgear adorned with wild flowers. The village is legendary for its weddings, frequently attended by locals and tourists alike. Another notable aspect of the village are the traditional houses with multiple chimneys.
Çomakdağ
The village of Çomakdağ is famous for its women wearing colorful costumes every day, and for their traditional headgear adorned with wild flowers. The village is legendary for its weddings, frequently attended by locals and tourists alike. Another notable aspect of the village are the traditional houses with multiple chimneys.
The annual Bodrum Jazz Festival takes place the first week of September hosting jazz musicians from around the world.
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Bodrum
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The annual Bodrum Jazz Festival takes place the first week of September hosting jazz musicians from around the world.
Bodrum is famous for its sweet and juicy tangerines and every January there is a Tangerine Festival in Bitez to celebrate the harvesting of this delicious fruit.
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Bitez
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Bodrum is famous for its sweet and juicy tangerines and every January there is a Tangerine Festival in Bitez to celebrate the harvesting of this delicious fruit.
Annual Grape Harvest usually takes place early September in Bodrum town, along with several villages across Bodrum Peninsula.
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Bodrum
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Annual Grape Harvest usually takes place early September in Bodrum town, along with several villages across Bodrum Peninsula.

Food scene

Aegean coast of Turkiye is well known for its fresh seafood, so make sure to enjoy seafood with the traditional Turkish alcoholic beverage (raki). Another must try is "meze", Turkish appetizers served both hot or cold. This is a great option for vegans as mezes are mostly vegetable based. This region also has amazing fruits/ vegetables and olives. Don't forget to load up on fresh produce at the local bazaar.
This little restaurant in Gündoğan is literally on the water with some of the best mezes and seafood. You know you're at the right place, when the motto of this restaurant claims "Our only competition is your mom". Address can be located on link below: https://goo.gl/maps/QnQr7cC1xk3LZfD89
Gündoğan Hasır Beach Restaurant
No:37 Emek Sokak
This little restaurant in Gündoğan is literally on the water with some of the best mezes and seafood. You know you're at the right place, when the motto of this restaurant claims "Our only competition is your mom". Address can be located on link below: https://goo.gl/maps/QnQr7cC1xk3LZfD89
A really local vibe in Boğaziçi right on the water with fresh seafood served daily. This is not the kind of place you go to be "seen", it is more about the chill vibes and fresh seafood. They also serve breakfast. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/8ZoEdjfL9NWizY1C6
Mandalya Restoran
A really local vibe in Boğaziçi right on the water with fresh seafood served daily. This is not the kind of place you go to be "seen", it is more about the chill vibes and fresh seafood. They also serve breakfast. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/8ZoEdjfL9NWizY1C6
Awesome cafe/ restaurant/library/gallery in Bodrum. This is an oasis and a hidden away gem in Bodrum. A must see on a hot day for some cold brew/juice/pastries as the entire place is spread among olive trees. During summer months and through September, they have live music on select nights and is an awesome place for dinner/ night cap. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/ydj2YambvhWXj9R18
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Zai Bodrum
No:7 Halide Edip Adıvar Cd.
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Awesome cafe/ restaurant/library/gallery in Bodrum. This is an oasis and a hidden away gem in Bodrum. A must see on a hot day for some cold brew/juice/pastries as the entire place is spread among olive trees. During summer months and through September, they have live music on select nights and is an awesome place for dinner/ night cap. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/ydj2YambvhWXj9R18
If you want seafood in Gulluk, this is the place to be. Right in the center of town providing an opportunity to people watch while enjoying a delicious meal. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/1dBUHeBufLSy6E3q9
Eski Depo Restoran
No:1 Manastır Cd.
If you want seafood in Gulluk, this is the place to be. Right in the center of town providing an opportunity to people watch while enjoying a delicious meal. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/1dBUHeBufLSy6E3q9
Great place in Güllük to grab some coffee and wile away hours while people watching. They also have plenty of books (Turkish and English) to borrow from their library cafe. Close to the weekly local bazaar so highly recommend it after spending a few hours in the bazaar to stop by for an iced coffee to cool off. Address: https://g.page/polatglobal?share
POLAT GLOBAL CAFE & RESTAURANT
no:38 271. Sokak
Great place in Güllük to grab some coffee and wile away hours while people watching. They also have plenty of books (Turkish and English) to borrow from their library cafe. Close to the weekly local bazaar so highly recommend it after spending a few hours in the bazaar to stop by for an iced coffee to cool off. Address: https://g.page/polatglobal?share
Best pide in Güllük, a great place for pick-up/delivery if you just don't feel like cooking or eating out. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/qsvQmTJvF9CTf2Tg6
Ziyafet Pide Salonu GÜLLÜK
3 346. Sk.
Best pide in Güllük, a great place for pick-up/delivery if you just don't feel like cooking or eating out. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/qsvQmTJvF9CTf2Tg6
A great place in Güllük to pick up milk based products, charcuterie items, olives, olive oil and many other local delicacies. Right across from Migros ( grocery store chain) in Gulluk town, address can be located below. https://goo.gl/maps/5hLaqWWC6Wr22oJw7
MAKİ YÖRÜKLER SÜT VE SÜT ÜRÜNLERİ
no:2/B Sıralık Caddesi
A great place in Güllük to pick up milk based products, charcuterie items, olives, olive oil and many other local delicacies. Right across from Migros ( grocery store chain) in Gulluk town, address can be located below. https://goo.gl/maps/5hLaqWWC6Wr22oJw7
A fantastic restaurant known for its seafood in Gümüşlük. A little on the pricey side and just know specific fish may be sold at market price based on weight/ per kg. Make sure you understand what you're ordering to avoid a huge bill at the end:) Address: https://goo.gl/maps/RHyep4fa5Y8Q5Lz66
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Melengeç Balık Restaurant
1120. Sokak
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A fantastic restaurant known for its seafood in Gümüşlük. A little on the pricey side and just know specific fish may be sold at market price based on weight/ per kg. Make sure you understand what you're ordering to avoid a huge bill at the end:) Address: https://goo.gl/maps/RHyep4fa5Y8Q5Lz66
A great breakfast spot in Güllük . Address: https://goo.gl/maps/rThLLLRpDkQ9TmmdA
O'la Passala
No:1 80. Sokak
A great breakfast spot in Güllük . Address: https://goo.gl/maps/rThLLLRpDkQ9TmmdA
A family owned boutique vineyard settled in beautiful countryside within 25 minutes of Villa Breeze. Address: Çömlekçi Sokak No:400, 48400 Bodrum/Muğla, Turkey
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Karnas Vineyards
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A family owned boutique vineyard settled in beautiful countryside within 25 minutes of Villa Breeze. Address: Çömlekçi Sokak No:400, 48400 Bodrum/Muğla, Turkey
An awesome breakfast spot tucked away in the mountains (40 minutes from Villa Breeze), surrounded by nature. This place is especially great for kids as it has a small playground on site. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/r9bcJNPjsVnyEGo56
Zıp Zıp Köy Kahvaltısı ve Ev Yemekleri
An awesome breakfast spot tucked away in the mountains (40 minutes from Villa Breeze), surrounded by nature. This place is especially great for kids as it has a small playground on site. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/r9bcJNPjsVnyEGo56
One of my favorite restaurants in Bodrum where you can enjoy an extensive selection of traditional Turkish food, that most Turks eat at home. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/juUECzkBe2YY212TA
İki lokma Cafe/rest. Türk Mutfağı
25 Atatürk Bulvarı
One of my favorite restaurants in Bodrum where you can enjoy an extensive selection of traditional Turkish food, that most Turks eat at home. Address: https://goo.gl/maps/juUECzkBe2YY212TA

Shopping

An awesome shopping mall in Bodrum with stores across all price ranges, a great food court & cafés. This is a great place to escape the heat and spend a few hours while in Bodrum. Address: https://g.page/midtownavm?share
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Midtown Shopping Mall
No:6 Cumhuriyet Cd.
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An awesome shopping mall in Bodrum with stores across all price ranges, a great food court & cafés. This is a great place to escape the heat and spend a few hours while in Bodrum. Address: https://g.page/midtownavm?share
A small indoor shopping mall that has a great selection of homeware stores in one spot, including IKEA and some of the most famous Turkish homeware brands. This is also where you can find Iki Lokma Restaurant which I highly recommend for dinner.
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Avenue Bodrum
No:29 Atatürk Cd.
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A small indoor shopping mall that has a great selection of homeware stores in one spot, including IKEA and some of the most famous Turkish homeware brands. This is also where you can find Iki Lokma Restaurant which I highly recommend for dinner.