URLA

Urla is a district of Izmir province in the Aegean Region of Turkey. Located approximately 35 kilometers west of Izmir city center, Urla attracts attention with its historical, cultural and natural richness as a seaside settlement. In recent years, the district has become a popular settlement especially for those looking for a quiet life.

Urla's history dates back to ancient times. The oldest traces of settlement in the region can be traced back to 3000 BC. In ancient times, the region where Urla is located was known as “Klazomenai”. Klazomenai is known as one of the important cities of the Ancient Greek period. During the excavations in the district, the ruins of this period were unearthed. These ruins include structures such as ancient theaters, temples and tomb structures. The ancient city of Klazomenai in Urla is also one of the historical sites that attract the attention of visitors.

Urla is also a district that reflects traditional Aegean culture and cuisine. It is especially famous for olive and olive oil production. Urla's olive groves play an important role in the economy of the district. In addition, Urla's local cuisine has a rich variety, especially seafood and olive oil dishes. One of the biggest attractions of Urla is its natural beauty. The district is famous for its deep blue sea and lush green nature. The Urla coast has been a popular destination for vacationers with its calm beaches and clean sea. In addition, the vineyards and olive groves in the interior of the district offer excellent opportunities for nature walks and photography.

Urla has been a rapidly developing and growing district in recent years. Thanks to its proximity to the center of Izmir, it offers an attractive living space for those who want to balance between city life and nature. Social amenities such as modern housing projects, cafes and restaurants, art galleries and boutique shops have increased in the district. In addition, art festivals, concerts and cultural events organized in Urla color the cultural life of the district.
Urla is also famous for its artistic venues such as Urla Art Street. This street offers visitors a cultural experience with galleries where local and foreign artists exhibit their works.

Urla, with its historical, cultural and natural beauties, is an ideal place for both those looking for a quiet life and those who want to have a vacation. The district is one of the rare places where nature and history are intertwined with the opportunities of modern life. Urla, which attracts both local and foreign tourists, stands out as a region that can be called the pearl of the Aegean.

Urla Vineyard Road

Urla Vineyard Road is one of the most important places to visit in our district related to viticulture and winemaking. Since Urla is famous for its olive trees and vineyards, the Vineyard Road is one of the most well-known and enjoyable routes of this region. This road covers various vineyard houses and wine production facilities in the region. Along the route, you can have the opportunity to taste local wines and take a walk accompanied by natural beauty.

The Vineyard Trail is also the perfect place to explore the olive groves and villages of Urla. The vineyards in the region offer visitors a unique experience by offering wines produced with local grape varieties. Visitors can tour the vineyard houses, do wine tastings and chat with the producers.

Urla Vineyard Trail has become a very popular destination for those interested in nature walks, photography and winemaking. If you are planning to visit Urla, exploring the Vineyard Road will definitely be an interesting experience.

For information about the available wineries, you can visit Urla Vineyard Road for detailed information and to make an appointment.

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Beaches and Bays to swim in Urla

Unlike other destinations in Urla, there are clean and cozy beaches where you can swim in the sea, usually small family businesses or municipal businesses. Thanks to these beaches that you can visit, you will enjoy the clear waters and you will also have a nature tour.

1-Kum Denizi Beach

Kum Denizi, which is a 2-minute drive from our hotel, is one of the beaches organized with great interest by Urla Municipality and consists of a water games park, playground and bicycle paths. Kum Denizi Beach, which also has a bar and cafe, is operated by Urla Municipality. As the name suggests, the sandy beach has a shallow and sandy sea. For this reason, it can be preferred especially for families with children.

2-Deniz Yıldızı Beach

Deniz Yıldızı Beach is a business located in Bodrum Bay in Demircili Village. Deniz Yıldızı, which has very friendly and caring staff, offers you the best opportunities to spend a pleasant day. The environment is also very nice, especially since it is preferred by families. While light music accompanies your day in the background, you can drink your cold drinks and enjoy the sea. Although the sea is a little cold and the entrance is stony, you can use the existing pier and enjoy this turquoise sea.



3- Melengeç Beach

Melengeç Beach, a private establishment in Demircili Village, is one of the most popular bays for swimming in Urla. The beach, which has clean and relatively cold water, also has clean showers and cabins, which you know is an important criterion. Along with these, it is a great advantage that the staff is also interested. It is also useful to be careful as the sea is rocky in places. If you are ever in Urla, you should definitely give Melengeç Beach a chance.



4-Altınköy Beach

Altınköy Beach, located in Altınköy Çiftlik Evleri Site, is home to a facility where you can meet all your needs with its completely sandy beach and sea, but also allows you to meet your requests with the market on the site. The region, which is also preferred by many people for camping, is a bit windy and the water is also a bit cold. However, cold water is a general situation in Urla. In order to catch a calmer environment, we recommend you to choose especially on weekdays. The beach hosts a private business called Marika Beach and you can benefit from the sunbeds, umbrellas and restaurant facilities of this business for a fee.

5-Demircili Beach

When you pass through Demircili Village and go down to the beach, the bay, which is one of the first stops for those who want to camp and is open to the public, is also one of the favorites of tourists with its Demircili Beach. One part of the beach, which is pebbly in places, is wavy while the other side is calmer. The water of Demircili Beach, which has a sea like a sheet, is also a bit cold, but we can say that it is worth it for calmness and serenity.



6-Gelinkaya Beach

Gelinkaya Beach, which is a 2-minute drive from our hotel, offers a peaceful sea experience to its visitors with its clear water and calm atmosphere. The beach is about 1 kilometer from Urla İskele center and there is a facility operated by the municipality. Food and beverage service is also available at reasonable prices. The entrance to the sea can be accessed through an area of sand and stones or through the stairs in the municipal section.

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7- Yassiciada and Another Urla Islands

Yassiciada is the most popular of the 8 islands off the coast of Urla, which those who live in Urla have visited at least once and know its beauty even if they have not been there. Since the other islands are not open to visitors for certain reasons or can only be reached by private boats, we would say that you should at least see Yassıcıada. It is possible to reach the island by ferries departing from Karşıyaka and Üçkuyular piers. You can also rent a private boat from Urla to visit Yassıcıada and other islands and have a pleasant day.

Culture and Art in Urla

Urla attracts attention not only for its natural beauties and gastronomy, but also for its richness in culture and arts. Blended with the historical texture of the Aegean, Urla has been the center of attention for both local artists and art lovers from different villages of Turkey. Urla has a cultural heritage that brings together its past and present, and this heritage is reflected in the arts and cultural activities of the district.

Urla's Historical Richness: Urla is home to historically important archaeological sites such as the ancient city of Klazomenai. Urla, which was an important settlement in ancient times, creates a historically fascinating destination for both local and foreign tourists. Klazomenai has an important cultural heritage, especially as part of the Ionian colonies. This ancient site has inspired cultural activities in Urla and has been featured in the works of many artists.

Art Galleries and Workshops: Urla is famous for its art galleries and workshops. There are galleries exhibiting the works of many local artists in the district. Urla's interest in art attracts both local and international artists. Especially Urla Art Street has become a center where these galleries and artists meet. Various painting, sculpture, ceramic and photography exhibitions are organized here.

Art and Culture Festivals: Urla is a very active district in terms of culture and art festivals. Events such as the Urla Theater Festival and the Urla Film Festival are held annually to celebrate cultural diversity and artistic creativity. These festivals provide opportunities for local and international artists, theater groups and filmmakers in particular.

Urla City History Archive is an archive established to preserve the historical, cultural and social past of Urla district and to pass it on to future generations. This archive is an important source documenting Urla's long history, the life, culture and traditions of its local people. Given Urla's historical texture and cultural heritage, this archive plays a critical role in understanding and preserving the identity of the region.

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Urla is an important center for culture and arts with its historical richness, natural beauty and creative atmosphere. Galleries, festivals, workshops and cultural events in the district offer the opportunity to discover art for both locals and visitors. Urla is not only a holiday destination, but also a living space intertwined with art and culture.

Köstem Oliveoil Museum




Arkas Art Urla