Bodrum StPeters castle & Underwater Archeology Museum tour

Enjoy a captivating 1.5-hour guided journey through Bodrum’s iconic St. Peter’s Castle and the Underwater Archaeology Museum, where you’ll marvel at ancient shipwreck artifacts and medieval fortress architecture under expert guidance.

Bodrum StPeters castle & Underwater Archeology Museum tour | ®ExcursionMania
Bodrum StPeters castle & Underwater Archeology Museum tour | ®ExcursionMania
Bodrum StPeters castle & Underwater Archeology Museum tour | ®ExcursionMania
Bodrum StPeters castle & Underwater Archeology Museum tour | ®ExcursionMania
Bodrum StPeters castle & Underwater Archeology Museum tour | ®ExcursionMania
Bodrum StPeters castle & Underwater Archeology Museum tour | ®ExcursionMania
Bodrum StPeters castle & Underwater Archeology Museum tour | ®ExcursionMania
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Bodrum StPeters castle & Underwater Archeology Museum tour | ®ExcursionMania

Overview

Discover the fascinating history and breathtaking architecture of Bodrum Castle on this relaxing 1.5-hour guided tour, led by a licensed expert. Even on the hottest summer days, the castle offers a cool retreat with shaded walkways, breezy courtyards, and quiet corners perfect for exploration.

Your guide will meet you at the entrance of the castle and lead you through its storied past—from ancient times to modern Turkish history. Highlights include the world-renowned Museum of Underwater Archaeology, home to remarkable artifacts recovered from shipwrecks in the surrounding Aegean waters.

You’ll explore the castle’s key features: the Karia Princess Treasury Room, the towers built by the French, English, and Italian knights, and galleries that bring maritime history to life. Originally constructed by the Knights of St. John between 1406 and 1522, Bodrum Castle—also known as the Castle of St. Peter or Petronium—was built using stones from the nearby Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Each tower—French, Italian, English, German, and Spanish (Snake Tower)—reflects the legacy of the nation that constructed it. After the fall of Rhodes in 1522, the Knights abandoned the castle, which was later used as a prison in the late 19th century. During World War I, it suffered significant damage from French and British naval bombardments.

The castle’s eastern wall is original, while the others are fortified double walls featuring seven gates that lead to the inner keep. Look for the ornate coats of arms, crucifixes, dragon and lion motifs, and the imperial tughra of Sultan Mahmut II. Within the walls lie 14 cisterns, a chapel basement, drawbridges, a watchtower, and remnants of Ottoman additions, including a Turkish bath.

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Age 10-25+

Highlights

  • Explore Bodrum Castle, a cool and shaded retreat rich with medieval architecture.
  • Visit the Museum of Underwater Archaeology and see treasures from ancient shipwrecks.
  • Discover towers built by knights from France, England, Italy, Germany, and Spain.
  • See relics from the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, once a Wonder of the Ancient World.
  • Discover the impressive Caria Princess Treasury Room inside the majestic castle walls!

What's Included and What's Not?

Included

  • Professional Tourist Guide

Not Included

  • Entrance Fee to The Museum
  • Food & Drinks
  • Transfer Service

Not Suitable For This Activities

  • People with mobility impairments

Not Allowed This Activities

  • Smoking indoors

Important Information

What to Bring

Comfortable clothes
Comfortable shoes
Hat

Information Before Booking

  • This Tour is not suitable for people with limited mobility as it involves walking involving stairs, ramps and uneven stone paths.
  • The tour does not include meals or transportation—guests must arrive at the meeting point on their own.

Know Before You Go

  • Please arrive at least 10 minutes early at the castle entrance to meet your guide.
  • Wear comfortable walking shoes—there are stairs and historic surfaces throughout the site.
  • Bring a hat, sunscreen, and water, especially during warmer months.

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Duration 90 Minutes

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This tour does not include hotel pickup or drop-off. Guests are required to arrive at the designated meeting point independently.

Location

Bodrum Türkiye

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