Plan your journey from Fethiye
Collect your rental car at the Avis office near the Yat Limani marina and it’s only a short drive from all that the region has to offer. Boasting perhaps the most beautiful harbour in the whole Muğla Province, Fethiye is a dream destination for holidaymakers looking for sunshine and the seaside.
Telmessos is Fethiye’s most famous sight. This ancient settlement was the only surviving section of the city after the 1958 earthquake. The huge Temple of Amyntas is situated here, which was carved into a rock face in 350 BC. There is also a Lycian stone sarcophagi from 450 BC located here, and a 6,000-seat Roman theatre. To learn more about Telmessos, visit the Fethiye Museum, which exhibits treasures both from it and other ancient settlements in the area. History buffs will also be impressed with the Crusader Fortress overlooking Fethiye, which was built in the 15th century by the Knights of St. John.
Known as the Turquoise Coast, the sandy stretches in the region are among the best in the Mediterranean. The beautiful Çaliş beach is a particularly popular spot. Located just 5km from the city centre, it’s surrounded by hotels, pubs and eateries. For a more relaxed alternative, drive to Ölüdeniz, just south of Fethiye, and walk 30 minutes to the beach of the same name. This quiet, serene spot is well worth the trip.
The bay that Feithye is situated on is dotted with idyllic islands, accessible by boat and perfect for a day of complete relaxation. Şövalye Adası stands out from the others and was used as a set in the James Bond film, Skyfall.
Fethiye is a historic beauty best explored by car.