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Bodrum Castle & Underwater Archaeology Museum: Expert Private Tour

Go deep into the Castle of St. Peter — one of the finest Crusader fortresses in the world — with a private expert guide unlocking the secrets of its legendary Museum of Underwater Archaeology. Shipwrecks, Bronze Age treasures, and medieval towers await.

What to expect

Your guide meets you dockside and leads you along Bodrum's waterfront to the imposing 15th-century Castle of St. Peter, rising dramatically over the bay. Inside, the Museum of Underwater Archaeology houses one of the world's most remarkable collections — the cargo of a 3,300-year-old shipwreck, Mycenaean gold jewellery, and amphora-lined halls. Tower by tower, your guide brings medieval and ancient history to vivid life with stories no audio guide can replicate. The castle's battlements offer sweeping views over the marina and the Aegean.

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Turco Travel (Bodrum Private Tours)
Museum entry: EUR 20 per person (official ticket); private guide from approx. USD 194 per group (price varies by group size)
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Good to know

The castle is a short 10-minute walk from the cruise pier. Book e-tickets in advance at bodrum-museum.com (EUR 20) to skip ticket queues. Allow 2.5–3 hours; pair with a waterfront lunch before returning to port.

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