Bodrum City trip planner

More than a million tourists visit Bodrum City each year, drawn by its sandy beaches and luxury hotels. Originally called Halicarnassus, in ancient times the city contained a massive Greek mausoleum considered one of the "Seven Wonders of the Ancient World." In the 1980s, Bodrum became a cool seaside getaway for the world's well-heeled pleasure seekers. Today, this busy resort town attracts mostly package tourists, who come here to soak up the sun and sand and to partake in the lively nightlife. A city rich in history and culture, Bodrum also boasts a well-preserved medieval castle and the ruins of an ancient Roman amphitheater. Bodrum City is in Bodrum. Plan your tour of Bodrum City and Turkey travel itinerary using our Turkey online travel planner .