Where is Akyaka, How to Get There? What are the Places to Visit in Akyaka?

Where is Akyaka and How to Get There? Akyaka is located in the Ula district of Muğla province. It is located at the tip of the Gulf of Gökova. It is approximately 18 km from Muğla city center and approximately 30 km from Marmaris. Akyaka is very close to Muğla and Marmaris. You can get there by private car or public transportation. The nearest airport to Akyaka is Dalaman Airport, which is approximately 1 hour away. The other closest airport is Bodrum-Milas Airport, which is 2 hours away. The distance between Muğla and Akyaka is approximately 26 km. To get from here by public transportation, you need to take a bus from the terminal. The journey takes approximately 25 minutes. Those who want to go by private vehicle should follow the D550 road. From there, the journey takes approximately half an hour. It is also possible to get to Akyaka from Marmaris by public transportation. The distance between Marmaris and Akyaka is approximately 36 km. You can reach Akyaka by minibus from here. Alternatively, you can take buses and minibuses departing from Marmaris Bus Station. Those traveling from Marmaris to Akyaka by private vehicle should follow the Marmaris-Muğla road.

After arriving at Dalaman Airport, you can take a HAVAŞ bus to Gökova Dörtyola and then take a taxi to Akyaka. Alternatively, you can take a transfer from the airport to the town. Those traveling from Dalaman Airport to Akyaka by private car should take the D555 to the D400 and continue towards Ortaca, Köyceğiz, Gökova, and Akyaka. Those traveling from Bodrum Milas Airport to Akyaka should first take a public bus to Muğla city center. Another option is to take a MUTTAŞ bus to the Muğla bus station. From the bus station, you can reach the town by minibus or bus to Akyaka. What are the Places to Visit in Akyaka? Akyaka is famous for its wooden houses decorated with bougainvillea. Visitors should definitely see these houses. Artist Nail Çakırhan's own house, modeled after old Ula houses without any architectural training, won the Aga Han Architecture Award. This house later became an example of Akyaka architecture. For approximately 30 years, all houses built in the town have been based on this architecture. All houses in Akyaka are built in a similar style. You can see examples of this type of house near the Azmak River in Akyaka's city center. The Azmak River begins in Akyaka and ends in Gökova Gulf. It is one of the town's most important tourist attractions. Many activities in Akyaka take place around this river. The river's depth is approximately 8 meters, but its water is quite clean and clear. It is also notable for its underwater vegetation. The vegetation beneath the Azmak River resembles a forest, making it a popular destination for visitors. One of the most interesting features of the Azmak River is the changing colors caused by the vegetation. Boat tours are also possible on this river. Akyaka Beach is a public beach located in the city center. The water is shallow and sandy, making it a popular choice, especially for families with children. There is no entrance fee. However, you must pay to rent an umbrella and sunbed. There are many cafes and restaurants around the beach. Akyaka Çınar Beach is approximately 3 km from the city center. It is the most popular beach after the public beach in the city center. This beach is pebbly, and the sea becomes suddenly deeper. Because the Azmak River meets the sea here, the water is quite cool. Akbük Bay is approximately 25 km from Akyaka. It can be reached by car or boat tours. The sea and beach are also pebbly, and the sea is deep. Therefore, it is recommended that those swimming here wear water shoes. There is no construction permit in Akbük Bay. However, there are many cafes and restaurants in the surrounding area. Akyaka Forest Camp does not have a beach. However, there are places to swim. It is possible to jump from the cliffs or climb the stairs.