Eski Foça Transfer from Bodrum Milas Airport: Arrival Guide (3h 6m)

Eski Foça is one of the Aegean's prettiest small towns — a working fishing harbour ringed by pastel stone houses, waterfront fish restaurants and quiet coves. A private transfer brings you straight from Izmir Airport to the seafront, relaxed and on a fixed price.

Founded as ancient Phocaea, this was once a great seafaring city whose sailors are said to have founded Marseille. Today it is a laid-back resort that keeps its character: cobbled lanes, Genoese stonework, and a harbour where fishing boats still unload the morning catch. The town is famous for the Siren Rocks offshore — the rocks of Homer's legend — and for the rare Mediterranean monk seal, which has made the bay its symbol. Boat trips, sea-kayaking and long seafood lunches are the order of the day.

Eski Foça lies on the coast north of the city, about 75 km from Izmir Airport, roughly a 1-hour-10 drive. A private transfer starts from €55 for a comfortable car, with your driver meeting you inside arrivals. Book your Izmir Airport to Eski Foça transfer here. Larger vehicles are available for families and groups with luggage.

• Harbour and old town — wander the colourful lanes and dine on the seafront.
• Siren Rocks boat trip — sail out to the islets and swim in clear coves.
• Beaches and bays — small swimming spots dot the coast around town.
• Sunday market — local produce, olives and Aegean herbs.

Foça is at its best from late spring to early autumn for swimming and boat trips, while the harbour restaurants stay lively into the evening. Its quieter sister town is a short hop away — see our Yeni Foça guide — and all routes are listed in the Izmir airport transfers guide.

How long is the drive from Izmir Airport? About 1 hour 10 minutes, roughly 75 km. Is the fare fixed? Yes — agreed at booking, with flight tracking and free airport waiting time.