Ula

Ula is a district town in Muğla Province, southwestern Turkey, about 10 km south of Muğla city. With a population of around 10,000, it is a small agricultural settlement at the foot of the Kazıklı Mountains. The area has ancient Carian rock tombs and is the gateway to the Akyaka beach resort and the Gökova Gulf.

The climate is Mediterranean with hot summers and mild winters. Spring and autumn are the best visiting seasons.

By Plane

Dalaman Airport (DLM, 50 km south) with shuttle services.

By Car / Road

Ula is on the D550/M400 road between Muğla (10 min) and Marmaris (45 min). Frequent minibuses.

The town is compact and walkable.

• Carian rock tombs — Ancient rock-cut tombs in the cliffs around Ula.

• Akyaka (15 km west) — A beautifully preserved coastal town with traditional architecture and a sandy beach.

• Gökova Gulf — Scenic gulf popular for windsurfing and sailing.

• Visit Akyaka for beach time and watersports.

• Explore the Carian tombs.

• Windsurfing at Gökova.

Restaurants in Akyaka serve fresh seafood and Aegean cuisine.

Tea houses and beachfront cafés in Akyaka.

Accommodation is mostly in Akyaka (15 km west) rather than Ula itself.

Local agricultural produce and olive oil.

• Muğla (10 km north, 10 min) — Historic city.
• Akyaka (15 km west, 20 min) — Beach resort.
• Marmaris (45 km south, 45 min) — Castle and nightlife.