The cosmopolitan charms of Marmaris, that used to be a fishing village less than 20 years ago will surprise anyone, with a choice of accommodation and entertainment Marmaris is a Turkish Rivera. Once you set foot here you will join its true holiday atmosphere! The old quarter of the town with its bustling bazaars and restaurants are well worth a visit. During the day, people head for the beach to do catamaran trips, parasailing, water skiing, sailing, scuba diving and the list goes on! Yet in Marmaris you are not confined to the town beach. Icmeler and its beach is 8 km down the road. Alternatively take advantage of one of the boats that chug away in the morning from the marina to scores of sandy beaches like Cleopatra's Island and the Turtle Beach.Once a little fishing port, Marmaris has developed into one of Turkey’s busiest and most anglicized resorts.