Things To Do Near Kusadasi Cruise Port

Kusadasi Cruise Port (Ege Ports) is located in a location where you can immediately step into the heart of the city when you get off the ship.

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1. Kusadasi Bazaar

Kusadasi Bazaar, located right across from the port, is the liveliest and most vibrant area of ​​the city. It attracts tourists with its narrow streets, colorful shops and shopping opportunities.

Hand-woven carpets, in particular, are among the most valuable products of Kuşadası Bazaar. Hand-made carpets brought from Selçuk and various regions of Anatolia offer a unique shopping experience for art lovers with their traditional motifs. Carpet shops can also offer demonstrations explaining the carpet weaving process to visitors. If you are looking for a cultural shopping experience, Kuşadası Bazaar is for you!

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2. Castle Gate and Caravanserai

Okuz Mehmet Pasha Caravanserai (1618) is an important structure that preserves its historical texture. Today, it serves as a stylish complex full of restaurants, cafes and souvenir shops. It is an ideal place for those who want to spend time feeling the historical atmosphere.

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3. Bar Street

For those who love entertainment, Bar Street, close to the port, is a lively spot that comes to life in the evenings. It offers entertainment options for every taste with small bars, live music venues and nightclubs. It is especially busy on summer evenings.

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4. Seafood restaurants and Local Delicacies

Around Kusadasi Cruise Port, especially the Fish Market and fish restaurants along the coast offer fresh seafood. You can watch the fishing boats return in the early morning hours and shop for fresh fish.

Traditional Aegean appetizers and fresh seafood are served in the restaurants located in the port area. Fish soup, calamari, stuffed mussels and grilled fish varieties are especially worth trying here.

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5. Guvercinada Castle

Guvercinada Castle, which you can reach on foot and just off the harbor, was built during the Ottoman period to protect against pirate attacks. The walking path surrounding the castle offers a pleasant stroll accompanied by a sea view. Watching the view from here at sunset is quite impressive.

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6. Kaleici and Local Shops

Kaleici, located just behind the harbor area, is the old settlement area of ​​Kusadasi. You can explore local shops, antique dealers and art galleries by wandering through the narrow streets. It is especially possible to find original souvenirs such as jewelry, leather products and handmade ornaments.

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7. Kusadasi Yacht Marina

Kusadasi Yacht Marina, located just north of the harbor, offers a pleasant walking and resting area with its stylish restaurants and cafes. It is quite enjoyable to walk along the coast, especially in the evenings.

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Kusadasi Harbor and its surroundings offer the opportunity to spend a full time even for short visits with its historical and cultural texture. If you are a cruise passenger and your time is limited, you can explore the local culture and have shopping and culinary experiences with these suggestions.