Port guide · Türkiye
A holiday port on Turkey's south-west coast, ringed by pine-covered mountains, with a bay full of yachts and gulets. A 15–20 minute seafront walk takes you to the old town, where Marmaris Castle overlooks the whole bay.
The cruise terminal is on the bay. Follow the seafront towards the old town: a flat 15–20 minute walk brings you to the marina and the bazaar; the castle sits on the old-town hill, up some steps through narrow lanes. You can also take a taxi.
Time: 15–20 minApprox. price: Free
Along the flat seafront, past cafés and yachts
Time: 5–10 minApprox. price: Metered fare
Make sure the meter is on
The steps up to the castle and in the old town are uneven: wear comfortable shoes. Return along the seafront and allow at least 30 minutes.
Route 1
Seafront walk to the marina
Grand Bazaar
The covered bazaar: spices, Turkish delight and textiles
Marmaris Castle
An Ottoman fortress with a small museum; the walls look over the whole bay
Old-town lanes
White houses with flowers; stop for a Turkish tea
Back along the seafront
Route 2
A boat trip up a reed-lined river, past Lycian rock-cut tombs, mud baths and Iztuzu Beach, where turtles nest. It's an hour and a half from Marmaris, so an organised tour is the easiest way.
Want it easy? Join an official MSC shore excursion, timed around the port call. If you booked your cruise with VIAJES FH, ask your advisor to add it for you.
Embarking in Marmaris? The nearest airport is Dalaman (DLM), about 90 km away.
Time: Approx. 1 h 30 minApprox. price: Price per vehicle, booked in advance
Easiest with luggage: it takes you to the terminal
Time: 1 h 10 min + taxiApprox. price: In lira, at the desk or online
Arrives at Marmaris bus station; from there, a taxi to the port
Time: Approx. 1 h 30 minApprox. price: Fixed price before you get in
Taxis wait outside; it's a long ride, so ask the price first
Check-in is at the Marmaris cruise terminal; follow the instructions on your boarding documents.
Search MSC cruises calling at Marmaris with VIAJES FH, with live prices.
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Transport and ticket prices are approximate, checked in November 2026, and may change. The latest all-aboard time is the one announced on board.