# İçmeler Beach (İçmeler Plajı) — Scenic Resort and Clear Bay in Marmaris

İçmeler Beach is a premium sandy-pebble coastline located 8 km from Marmaris, famous for its calm sea, pine-clad mountain backdrop, and rich amenities.

Serving as a quieter, family-friendly alternative to Marmaris' urban beach, this popular resort town offers complete infrastructure in a more upscale setting.

Beach Features and the Coastal Promenade

The beach at İçmeler is significantly wider than the central beach in Marmaris. The shore is covered with coarse golden sand mixed with fine pebbles, and the water is cleaner and more transparent due to its distance from the main harbor. The bay is framed on three sides by steep, pine-forested mountains, which shield the shoreline from strong winds and high waves. A scenic canal flows through the center of the resort, adding a European-style charm.

An 8 km seaside promenade connects İçmeler to Marmaris, passing through pine groves along the coast. It is a favorite path for walking, jogging, and cycling. The promenade is lined with boutique hotels, upscale restaurants serving international cuisine, cafes, and water sports stations offering parasailing, jet-skiing, and paddleboarding.

Practical Information

• Location: Marmaris district, southwestern edge of the bay (about 8 km from the center)
• Road: Asphalt (flat coastal road). Orange-striped dolmuşes (minibuses) run between Marmaris and İçmeler every 5–10 minutes. Alternatively, regular water taxis shuttle between the two harbors during the season.
• Infrastructure: Full amenities including showers, restrooms, changing cabins, and lifeguards. Sunbeds and umbrellas can be rented or are provided by beach clubs.
• Entrance: Free (the public beach area is free to access). Sunbeds are rented for a fee or offered free of charge if you order food or drinks at beachfront venues.
• Tip: For a spectacular panoramic view of the entire bay, stop by the viewpoint on the winding mountain road to Turunç. If you prefer a quieter swimming spot, head to the far right end of the beach closer to the cliffs and pine forest.