Town in Mugla, Turkey
Dalyan
Small river town on the Dalyan delta with Lycian rock tombs, Iztuzu turtle beach, mud baths and boat trips. Easy and friendly for a few days; very quiet in winter.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$977–1,590Comfortable, one person · ₺48,000–78,000Details
- Value for money73/100Better value than 72% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Jul, 40°CDetails
- Internet83 MbpsFixed broadband, Turkey medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilLocals use bottled or filtered water.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel4/5English: widely spokenDetails
- Doctor's visit$20–51Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundDolmuş to Iztuzu BeachVery walkableDetails
- Cash or cardMixed: cards and cashCards work in restaurants and larger shops; keep cash for boats, dolmuş, mud baths and small cafés.Details
Where to stay in Dalyan
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Dalyan center and riverside | Guesthouses, restaurants and boats; flat and easy to walk |
| Maras and Gülpınar | Quiet riverside areas, longer stays, cheaper rents |
| Iztuzu area | Beach-focused accommodation, 15 km from town |
Apps that work in Dalyan
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- obilet: compare and book intercity buses
- Taxis: No ride app; use taxis from the center or arrange a hotel transfer. Boats are the main way to see the tombs and beach.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Turkey.
- Mixed: cards and cash Cards work in restaurants and larger shops; keep cash for boats, dolmuş, mud baths and small cafés.
- Currency: Lira (TRY). US$1 ≈ ₺49.13 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Most bank ATMs charge foreign cards a fee shown on screen; compare banks and always decline the conversion offer.
- Tipping: About 10% in sit-down restaurants if service isn't included; round up taxis; tip hammam attendants and hotel porters a little.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay with foreign cards work on most contactless terminals; local wallets need Turkish bank accounts.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Many nationalities enter visa-free; others need an e-Visa. Use only evisa.gov.tr, as look-alike agent sites charge extra.
- Passport must be valid at least 60 days beyond your stay (150 days from arrival for a 90-day stay).
- Stays are capped at 90 days in any 180; overstays bring fines and possible entry bans.
Emergency numbers
Police 112 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Buy tourist packs at carrier stores with your passport; airport desks cost more. Foreign phones on Turkish SIMs are blocked after 120 days unless registered. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
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