How to Spend 2 Days in Bodrum - A Complete Itinerary for Bodrum

Day 1 | Morning

Museum of underwater Archaeology

Opening Hours: Open from 8:30am-6:15pm

Ticket Price: 10 TRY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-2 Hours

Location: Carsi 48400 Bodrum/Mugla

The Bodrum Underwater Archaeology Museum was established in 1964. It was formerly the Bodrum Church. After the castle was repaired, it exhibited cultural relics. It is one of the world-famous underwater museums. There are 14 exhibition halls, displaying a large number of shipwreck artifacts obtained from underwater archaeology, and equipped with exquisite display panels and cultural relics introduction, the exhibits are rich and interesting. The glass relics in the glass exhibition halls are all collected in dark exhibition cabinets, and only the shimmer at the bottom allows visitors to better appreciate the patterns and colors of the glass. The Uluburun Shipwreck Gallery was established in 1999 and houses the wrecked ships found between 1984 and 1995. Older ships date back to the 14th century BC, and the items on board include a variety of fine glass products, copper ingots, gold coins, merchant cargo, porcelain and more.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming Museum of underwater Archaeology, Glass-Shipwreck Exhibition next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

Glass-Shipwreck Exhibition

Opening Hours: Open on Tue-Fri,10:00am-4:00pm

Ticket Price: 5 TRY

Recommended Length of Stay: 2.0-3.0 Hours

Location: Carsi,48400 Bodrum/Mugla

The boat exhibition is connected to the Museum of Underwater Archaeology and displays a complete picture of a wrecked ship, which was discovered by a diver in 1973. The ancient wreck seems to tell the prosperity of that year.

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Day 1 | Evening

Looking for a bed nearby after finishing your journey at Glass-Shipwreck Exhibition? Club Privé by Rixos Gocek is one of your top choices.

Club Privé by Rixos Gocek

The property consists of 15 rooms. This attractive hotel is perfect for a weekend getaway or longer holiday. Guests can enjoy the convenience of 24-hour reception. Guests may keep valuable items secure in the Hotel safe. Guests can make use of the currency exchange facilities. There is a beautiful garden for guest enjoyment. There is a delightful terrace where guests may relax and enjoy the warm sunshine. A key collection service is available. Guests can make use of internet access to stay connected to work or home. Guests can take advantage of room service to enjoy breakfast in bed. The Hotel offers a laundry service. The Hotel is wheelchair-accessible. Guests can make use of the Hotel 's bicycle hire service. There is an on-site car park. There is an airport transfer service for guest convenience. There is a secure parking for guests' safety. The Hotel has helpful, multilingual staff available to help guests with any queries or service bookings. There is 24-hour security. There is a bellboy service. This establishment allows pets.

Day 2 | Morning

Mausoleum

Opening Hours: Open from 8:30am-5:30pm

Ticket Price: 8 TRY

Recommended Length of Stay: 1.0-2.0 Hours

Location: Bodrum，Mugla Province

This is the tomb of Mothoras, the magistrate of the ancient kingdom of Kalia in the 11th century BC. It is known as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World because of its unique architectural design, grand architectural scale and exquisite carvings inside and outside the tomb. An earthquake in the 12th century AD and stones removed to reinforce the fortress in the early 16th century caused huge damage to the royal tomb, and only a few ruins remain today. The unearthed carving fragments and other cultural relics are currently treasured in the British Museum.

Day 2 | Afternoon

Now we come to another great highlight in the city: Carian Princess Hall.

Carian Princess Hall

Opening Hours: Open on Tue-Sun,10:00am-4:00pm

Ticket Price: 2.75 EUR

Location: Carsi, 48400 Mugla

It is connected to the Museum of Underwater Archaeology and can be entered by purchasing a museum ticket. The remains and funerary objects of ancient upper-class women are displayed here, including gold crowns, necklaces, bracelets, rings and gold leaves.

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