Gumbet

Located to the west of Bodrum, Gumbet is a small coastal town just two kilometres away. Renowned for its nightlife, the people living in Bodrum like to escape the big city to come party and relax in Gumbet. The name derives from Turkish for water cisterns and is related to the many water sources around the town.

Tourist Attractions in Gumbet
The streets of Gumbet are filled with many great restaurants, you will find the likes of  ‘Roy’s Place’ inviting you to join in to sing karaoke or dance under the disco lights. Traditional Turkish cuisine in the form of meat dishes or kebabs, are readily available in Gumbet. A wide range of bars invites visitors to join in at night with festivities, lights, and music.

Bazaar
Visit the Bazaar, there you will find many confectioneries, and souvenirs to be bargained for with the sellers. You can practice your haggling skills, whilst catching great unique products only found in Turkey. The shops in Gumbet stay open late, so you will probably stumble in some of these shops at night, or on Tuesday when the official market will be open.

Boat Trip
Take a boat trip the nearby Karhi Bay which is a pristine beach with sunbeds, clear blue waters and fantastic views all around. There are also many bars playing live music, and you can choose whether to sit in a relaxed spot away from the music or join in and dance the day away with the partygoers. Also sometimes referred to as Camel beach, because you will find the opportunity to ride a camel along the beach