The Most Beautiful Bays and Beaches in Gocek

Göcek, a small but impressive seaside town, attracts sea lovers every year with its waveless and glass-clear sea, bays waiting to be explored and beaches intertwined with nature. If you are looking for the best spots to swim in Göcek, I have prepared a great list for you. This place offers a kind of vacation that you cannot come across anywhere else. Because the bays and beaches of Göcek are not only for swimming, but also for watching the unique landscapes offered by nature, exploring by boats and feeling the peace in every corner. These bays, some untouched, some equipped with facilities, will draw you in with their deep blue sea. Who knows, maybe watching a sunset under the sun in the calm waters of Göcek will be one of the most beautiful moments in your life. Now, get ready to explore the most beautiful bays and beaches of Göcek. Whether you are looking for a hidden cove where you can lie on your sun lounger and listen to the sound of the waves all day long, or a secret cove where you can be alone with nature by boat, I am sure you will not be able to give up the beauty that Göcek has to offer. Here are the most beautiful bays and beaches of Göcek where you can meet the most beautiful shades of blue.

Where to swim in Gocek?

1. Tersane Bay
2. Aquarium Bay
3. Pig Island
4. Gobun Bay
5. Merdivenli Bay
6. Yavan Su Gull Bay
7. Kursunlu Paradise Bay
8. Binlik Bay
9. Hamam Bay (Keleopatra Bay)
10. Adaia Gocek
11. Sıralıkbük BayInlice Public Beach
12. Osmanaga Bay
13. Ayten Koyu
14. Kille Bay
15. Bedri Rahmi Bay

Tersane Bay

Tersane Bay is one of the most impressive stops in Göcek, where history and nature are intertwined. The history of Tersane Bay dates back to the 4th century BC. You can see the ruins of the Lycians and rock tombs in the region. If you are interested in history and archaeology, this place will make you feel like an open-air museum. The clear sea and pebble beach of the bay are ideal for swimming and sunbathing. You can swim in the cool waters of the sea or lie on the beach and enjoy the sun. The underwater world is also very rich. You can discover colorful fish and corals by snorkeling or diving. After cooling off in the sea all day long, you can taste fresh seafood and local delicacies at a few establishments on the shore. At dinner, you can enjoy a delicious table accompanied by the magnificent view of the sunset.You can reach the bay by sea. Between the hours of 10.30-16.00, daily boats enter and leave Tersane Bay, anchor and pick up. In the summer months, you can come outside of these hours.

Aquarium Bay

Akvaryum Bay, one of the best diving sites in Turkey, is a special area that has been under protection in recent years. It is one of the bays with the strongest population in Turkey. It is suitable for both advanced and less experienced divers. If you like night diving, it is also very suitable for that. The dive starts at 150 meters on the left side of the bay. The rocky area and the sides of the walls, also known as the Aquarium Reef, where you will see interesting creatures clinging to the rocks, have a lot of content to see. Aquarium Bay is home to octopuses, orange sea sponges, eels and even sea horses. Aquarium Bay is like a postcard view. With its white sandy beaches, clear and calm sea, it is a unique spot embraced by nature. Swimming, sunbathing or just relaxing on the beach will refresh your mind and body.

Pig Island

Pig Island is one of the 3 big islands among the 12 islands. It is a private property, but it is possible to anchor, swim and dive all around Pig Island. The island is one of the indispensable stops for blue cruise lovers with its lush green nature, clear turquoise waters and peaceful atmosphere. Here you can both enjoy being in touch with nature and discover the fascinating beauties of the underwater world.

Gobun Bay

Göbün Bay, with its clear turquoise waters and peaceful atmosphere, is a great place for those who want to be alone with nature. This hidden paradise, which is entered between two high hills, is surrounded by pine and olive trees. The rock tombs and historical ruins at the end of the bay make exploring the area even more enjoyable. Ideal for swimming, snorkeling, diving and nature walks, the bay is also a popular destination for Blue Voyage boats. Entrance to Göbün Bay is free of charge, but a fee may be charged for the services offered by the surrounding businesses. It is one of the favorite bays for Blue Voyage boats and yachts to anchor, although not for daily boat tours.

Merdivenli Bay

Just west of Göbün Bay, there is a small cove hidden between two hills. There is a small sandy beach behind it and the path extending from here provides access to Göbün Bay. Located on the Aegean coast of Datça, about an hour's walk from Mersincikbükü, Merdivenli Bay is a peaceful escape in touch with nature. Whether you want to swim and snorkel or just enjoy the serene atmosphere, this is a great option for those looking for a quiet coastal vacation. If you are thinking of camping, day camping is preferable. You can bring your own equipment for water sports and spend time alone with nature. It is possible to set up tents at the zero points of the bay and it is really nice to sleep in this area surrounded by pine trees. Merdivenli, a small but impressive bay, is more secluded especially on weekdays. Since the area is narrow, it may be useful to arrive early and take your place.

Yavansu (Martı) Bay

Gull Bay is famous for its clean and clear sea water.  The name of the bay comes from the fact that it is full of seagulls from the natural life around it. Yavansu (Martı) Bay is a bay that can be visited free of charge. Transportation to Martı Bay is usually provided by sea. You can easily reach it by rented boat or organized boat tours from Göcek. The bay is open to public use and no entrance fee is charged. However, businesses and facilities around the bay, beach services, sunbed rental, umbrellas and similar facilities are charged. Therefore, if you plan to make use of such additional services, you need to pay a certain fee. The restaurant's menu is quite simple and limited, so don't expect much to choose from. There are fresh fish changing according to the season, delicious appetizers, alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options.

Kursunlu Paradise Bay

Kurşunlu Paradise Bay, located in the Marmaris district of Muğla, is one of the most beautiful virgin bays of the Aegean. It attracts thousands of visitors every year with its unique natural beauty and turquoise sea. You can reach the bay by minibuses departing from Marmaris or by private car. Do not forget that there is a paid entrance to the bay. The rocks around the bay are also ideal for diving and snorkeling.

Binlik Bay

It is not possible to reach Binlik Bay by road. You can go by boat tours departing from Gocek or private boat rental. It fascinates those who come with its clear turquoise sea and clean beach. There are also many activities you can do in Binlik Bay. You can enjoy the calm sea, sunbathe, swim or snorkel. You can also reach the small islets in the bay by canoe.

Hamam Bay (Cleopatra Bay)

There are ancient ruins around the bay, which bears traces of the Lycian period, and the sunken bath structures under the sea are one of the details that make this place worth exploring. Surrounded by the fascinating nature of Göcek, Batık Hamam Bay stands out with its emerald green view and peaceful atmosphere. Since it is one of the most popular bays of Göcek, it can be quite lively during the day, so it may be more enjoyable to go early in the morning or after 17.00 in the afternoon. Entrance to Cleopatra Bath Bay is free.

Inlice Public Beach

Inlice, one of the wonderful bays of Göcek, is one of the favorite stops of holidaymakers as it is very close to Dalaman and Fethiye. Inlice Public Beach is located about 25 kilometers from the center of Fethiye.  Inlice Public Beach is known for its clean and wide sandy beach, clear sea and peaceful atmosphere. It is an ideal place especially for families with its calm environment. Inlice Beach's sandy beach consists of hard sand. The sea is shallow in some places and suddenly deepens in others. Therefore, families with children and those who do not know how to swim well should be careful. Entrance to the beach is free of charge and parking is charged only for those arriving by car. You can also rent sunbeds and umbrellas on the beach. It is also possible to reach the beach by public transportation, you can easily go to Inlice by minibuses departing from the center of Fethiye.

Osmanaga Bay

You can reach Osmanağa Bay by car from the center of Fethiye in about 20 minutes. You can reach the bay by continuing on the road to Ayten Bay. Surrounded by pine trees, this bay is a great place for daily vacationers with its clean, waveless and windless sea. There are no restaurants or facilities in Osman Aga Bay, so you can take your needs with you. The sea is fine pebbly. There is no entrance fee to Osmanaga Bay.

Ayten Koyu

Ayten bay is located approximately 1 km away from Göcek neighborhood. The beach of Ayten bay consists of fine pebbles, there is no sandy beach. The water is turquoise blue and waveless. There are no services such as wc, shower, cabin, fountain in Ayten Bay. There are no facilities in Gocek Ayten Bay. Also, let's make a note, make sure you have your fly repellent spray with you.

Kille Bay

Surrounded by pine trees and with its clean and wide beach, Kille Bay is a place in touch with nature. Although the beach is pebbly, it turns into soft sand after a few steps in the sea. Thanks to its shallow and seaweed-free sea, there is an ideal swimming area especially for families with children. Moreover, the water is neither icy cold nor sweltering hot, it is just the right amount of cool. Dalaman Municipality, which operates the bay, charges a nominal fee at the entrance. Since the parking area is large and regular, you will not have parking problems. Basic services such as sunbeds, umbrellas, showers and toilets are available, as well as affordable food and drinks.

Bedri Rahmi Bay

It is located two nautical miles north of Sıralıbük, two nautical miles from the northwest cape of Domuz Island.The bay, whose original name was Taşyaka, became known as Bedri Rahmi Bay after the poet and painter Bedri Rahmi Eyüboğlu visited here in 1974 and embroidered the famous fish-shaped work on a rock. There are no public transportation vehicles such as minibuses or buses going to Kille Bay.Bedri Rahmi Bay is one of the must-see bays in Göcek with its quiet, calm nature and clear water.

We recommend you to take a look at the beautiful Gocek vacation options on our Gocek hotels page.