Göltürkbükü Travel Guide 2027: Türkbükü Piers, Gölköy and Getting There

What to see in Göltürkbükü and how to get there from the airport? Göltürkbükü, on the north coast of the Bodrum Peninsula, was formed by two neighbouring villages, Gölköy and Türkbükü. Türkbükü, with its wooden piers stretching into the sea, beach clubs and summer nights, is the peninsula's most glamorous corner; Gölköy is the calmer, family-friendly side of the same bay.

In this guide we explain the difference between the two sides, what to see and how to get from Milas-Bodrum Airport to Göltürkbükü.

Where Is Göltürkbükü?

Göltürkbükü lies on the north coast of the peninsula, about 20 km from Bodrum town. Coming from the airport, you take the road that branches off at the Torba junction, so it is quicker to reach than the southern beaches: the Türkbükü side is about 45 km and Gölköy about 52 km away. Gündoğan and Yalıkavak lie to the west, Torba to the east.

Türkbükü or Gölköy?

The two sides are within walking distance of each other, so you can stay in one and go to the other for dinner.

Things to Do in Göltürkbükü

Türkbükü Piers

Because Türkbükü's shoreline is narrow, sea life largely happens on wooden piers stretching into the water. Beach clubs and hotels set out sunbeds and cushions on their piers; access is usually paid. Swimming from a pier in the afternoon and dining in the same spot in the evening is a classic Türkbükü day.

Seafront Stroll and Dinner

The seafront promenade along the bay is lined with restaurants and cafés. It fills up after sunset and offers a wide choice, from fish restaurants to modern Turkish cuisine. In summer, booking popular venues in advance is recommended.

Gölköy Beach

On the Gölköy side the beach is wider and the sea starts shallow, which suits families with children. Evenings are much quieter than in Türkbükü.

Mandarin Orchards and Windmill

The hillsides behind the bay are covered with mandarin orchards. The windmill on the hilltop is a lovely photo spot overlooking the bay.

Boat Trip

Boats leave the Göltürkbükü piers for day-long swimming trips to the surrounding bays. Since the quiet coves of the north coast are hard to see from land, a boat is a great way to explore the area.

When to Go

July and August are Türkbükü's liveliest months, and prices are at their highest. June and September are calmer and the sea is still warm. In winter most beach clubs and hotels close.

Nearby Places

• Gündoğan: To the west, a quiet, family-friendly bay.

• Yalıkavak: About a 15–20 minute drive for the marina and Thursday market: Yalıkavak travel guide.

• Torba: To the east, on the way to Bodrum town.

How to Get from Bodrum Airport to Göltürkbükü

By public transport, you first take Havaş or Muttaş to Bodrum Bus Station and then change to the Gölköy–Türkbükü dolmuş. The dolmuş ride takes about 35–40 minutes. We compare all the options in our guide how to get from Bodrum Airport to the Bodrum peninsula.

To reach your hotel or pier without changes, a private transfer is the most convenient option. Your driver waits at the terminal exit with a name sign; the price is per vehicle and baby seats are free:

• Bodrum Airport – Göltürkbükü transfer

• Bodrum Airport – Gölköy transfer

On summer evenings the road around the bay can be busy, and some villas sit on hillsides reached by narrow, steep roads. Sharing a location link when you book speeds things up. For the terminals and arrival steps at the airport, see our Milas-Bodrum Airport guide.

Conclusion

Göltürkbükü offers two different holidays in one bay: piers and nightlife in Türkbükü, a quiet beach holiday in Gölköy. Whichever side you stay on, see the per-vehicle price and book on our Göltürkbükü transfer page to get from the airport to your door without changes.