How to book a taxi in Bodrum, Turkey?
Based on 3 discussions with 6 participants · Last activity: 1 day ago
TL;DR
In Bodrum, order a taxi via the BiTaksi app (local Uber-like service) or ask your hotel reception to call a taxi company; most drivers expect cash payment in Turkish lira.
What the community said
During peak summer season, Uber and BiTaksi can leave you waiting 2+ hours with no car assigned — it's more reliable to call a local taxi company directly or ask your hotel reception to call one.
1 day ago BiTaksi / Uber — delays of 2+ hours possible
For longer trips (transfers, regional excursions) it's better to arrange a driver-guide in advance rather than hailing a regular street taxi.
1 day ago Driver for long trips — book in advance
Taxi drivers in Bodrum mostly expect cash payment in Turkish lira; card payment isn't always available, so it's best to carry cash.
1 day ago Payment — cash Turkish lira preferred
Bodrum has an online taxi-ordering service — the BiTaksi app, which works like a local version of Uber.
1 day ago BiTaksi app
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If you book your own taxi instead of joining a group transfer, make sure to notify your tour guide in advance so the bus doesn't wait for you at the meeting point.
1 day ago Notify guide in advance
The easiest way to get a taxi in Bodrum is to install the BiTaksi app or ask your hotel reception to call a local taxi service for you.
1 day ago BiTaksi / hotel reception call
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