Fethiye Museum

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Fethiye archeological museum is one of the most visited areas by visitors enjoying their villa holidays. If you are interested in history, especially ancient history, then this museum may be one of your favorite museums in the world.

You can find hundreds of amazing ancient pieces to enjoy and learn about. Most of them were discovered after the famous 1957 earthquake in the area. Some of these works are exhibited outdoors as well. The works in the museum date back to the 3rd century BC to the Ottoman period. Thus, you can learn more about a wide range of civilizations and their traditions.

Where Is Fethiye Museum?

Fethiye archeological museum is located in the Kesikkapı Neighborhood of Fethiye in Muğla. You do not have to take anything to get to the museum as well. Kesikkapı is one of the neighborhoods located right in the middle of the Fethiye district.

Regardless of where you are going to come, you will have to visit Fethiye old town first and then visit the museum. Below, we have also provided detailed information about how you can get to the museum or how long it will take for you to get back to Fethiye.

How Do You Get to Fethiye Museum?

If you will not be in Fethiye when you are going to visit the museum, then the first thing you need to do is get to Fethiye. The closest airport is Dalaman airport, which is about 40 kilometers away from Fethiye. In addition to this, the area is about 125 kilometers away from Muğla.

Once you get to the Fethiye district center, then all you need to do is walk for about 4-5 minutes. The museum is located in the middle of three government schools. Anyone can easily give directions to you to get to the museum. Additionally, you can also get a cab from any part of Fethiye.

How Long Does It Take from Fethiye Museum to Fethiye?

The answer to this question depends on where you would like to go in Fethiye. If you are going to go to the district center, then it will take about 4 or 5 minutes at most to get to Fethiye. On the other hand, if you are going to visit areas such as Çalış beach, then it will take about 15 minutes by minibuses.

One of the best alternatives you can prefer is renting a bike while you are in Fethiye. Most people prefer to travel by bicycle in the area and you can use the bike road available on the coast road.

Is There an Entrance Fee to Fethiye Museum?

No, there is no Fethiye archeological museum entrance fee. Visiting the museum is completely free for anyone and therefore, we highly encourage you to do so in your free time. However, you need to pay attention to the visiting hours, which we are going to cover in the following section. Depending on the season you are going to visit the museum, the closing dates may vary.

Fethiye Museum Visiting Hours

Most people who enjoy their villa holidays in Fethiye often pay a visit to this beautiful museum. If you are going to visit the area during the summer season, then you can visit the museum between 08:00 and 19:00. In general, the day starts very early in Fethiye, and most restaurants and coffee shops also open at 08:00.

On the other hand, if you are going to visit the museum during the winter season, then the opening and closing hours will be 08:00 and 17:00. One of the best parts of visiting this museum is it is open on all days! In general, almost all museums are closed on Mondays in Turkey. However, this museum is an exception, and you can enjoy a day full of history at any time you want.

What Villas Are Near Fethiye Museum?

The museum is also advantageous in terms of villa holidays. Fethiye is the most popular district when the holiday villa industry is in question. You can find hundreds of amazing villa alternatives literally within one kilometer of the museum.

In this respect, we invite you to visit our home page right now. Here, you can find all these alternatives and filter the results according to various parameters. In this way, you can find the dream to stay for yourself and your family or friends.

We would like to note that these costs are final costs, and you will not be charged any hidden or additional fees. Moreover, you will not have to pay any fees to middlemen while booking your villa or during your stay.