Marmaris is often referred to as the "Turkish Nice" because it offers a constant festive atmosphere, exciting entertainment, and a bustling nightlife that never seems to end. To make the most of your stay and not miss out on any events, it's important to familiarize yourself with the city and its public transportation system for easy and carefree movement.
City transport in Marmaris
Dolmushi
Minibuses operate until late at night. Buses on the route to the villages run every 10 minutes. In winter, of course, less often.
It is forbidden to transport large items in them. Baby carriages are exclusively folded.
Dolmushes are popular among both locals and tourists. They follow specific routes, and their stops are marked with the letter "D." The destination of each dolmush is displayed on a sign near the windshield, while the main stops are indicated on the sides of the bus. To catch a dolmush, simply wave your hand to the driver, and they will stop to pick you up.
You can easily distinguish the minibuses by their colors:
Green minibuses operate within the central part of the city.
Blue transport heads to Armutalan.
Orange transport goes to Icmeler.
Please note that the driver may open the door while the vehicle is in motion for ventilation. You can ask them to close the door if needed.
Fare
This type of transport is the most economical. The fare is strictly fixed and does not depend on the distance. Information about the cost is located inside the cabin above the driver's head. Payment only in cash, upon boarding the driver.
The fare for city routes (green transport) is 2.5 TRY.
The fare for city routes (green transport) is 2.5 TRY.
Taxi
You can spot yellow taxis at taxi stands or simply on the street. You can also call them to pick you up from any desired location. It is advisable to ride in groups, as the fare is charged per vehicle, not per individual.
Fare
Despite the fact that taxis are equipped with meters, before you get into a taxi, be sure to check the price . Sometimes, taxi fares are displayed directly at the taxi stands. The price may vary depending on the location where you board the taxi. The minimum fare starts from 5 USD, and the nighttime tariff is higher.
From the shopping center to Barov street, you need to pay 20 TRY.
From the central market to the Blue port, the fare is 10 TRY.
From Blue port to Armutalan you need to pay 10 TRY.
From Icmeler to Blue port you need to pay 30 TRY.
To easily get from one point of the city to another, or to neighboring villages, carefully study all the routes. You will not have any problems with transport, it runs very often and regularly.
