Currency
Turkish Lira (TRY)
Language
Turkish
Time Zone
EET (UTC+3)
Best Time to Visit
Apr–Oct
Typical Duration
19-21 nights
Price Range
$2,125–$23,799 per person
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to the Turkish Aegean coast, offering access to ancient ruins, pristine beaches, and the charming seaside town of Çesme with its historic castle and thermal springs.
Cruises that visit Çesme
- cruises to Çesme
- Çesme sailings
- Çesme cruises
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night Seabourn cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night Atlas Ocean Voyages cruise
- 10-night Silversea cruise
- 11-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Silversea cruise
- 12-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 14-night Seabourn cruise
- 14-night Silversea cruise
- 14-night Seabourn cruise
- 14-night Seabourn cruise
- 15-night Seabourn cruise
- 21-night Seabourn cruise
- 21-night Seabourn cruise
- 21-night Seabourn cruise
- 21-night Seabourn cruise
- 21-night Seabourn cruise
- 22-night Seabourn cruise
- 22-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 22-night Seabourn cruise
- 28-night Seabourn cruise
- 28-night Seabourn cruise
- 28-night Seabourn cruise
- 29-night Seabourn cruise
- 29-night Seabourn cruise
- 29-night Seabourn cruise
Build Your Day in Çesme
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 6:00 PM
Usually about 10 hours ashore
Getting around:
Cesme Castle
1508 Ottoman castle with sea views
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
Fava Alacati
Relaxed Aegean eatery with a terrace
Çeşme Marina
Onsite services
Alaçatı Değirmenleri
Historic stone windmills & panoramas
Çeşme Çarşısı
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Open now
OD Urla
Upscale restaurant with a chef's table
Closed · Opens 1 PM Tue
Tokmak Hasan'ın Yeri
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Before Sunset Beach
Trendy seaside cafe with casual bites
Quente Beach Club
Good food and drinks Excellent beach with sandy shore and clear water.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Sole & Mare Beach Club
The Aya Yorgi bay it hosts has a very beautiful sea and sand.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Çeşme Lady Bente-Tekne Turu
Onsite services·Online appointments
Sisus Beach
There is no loud music, the food is good, and the water is heavenly 🙏🏼
Closes soon · 9 PM
Oasis waterpark
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
CADDE PLUS Alışveriş Merkezi
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
Open · Closes 11 PM
Asma Yaprağı
Dine-in·No delivery
Altınkum Plajı
Water is shallow but clear and not cold.
Rooms Beach Club
Clear water, nice people and good prices.
Aqua Toy City
Family water park with slides & pools
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Fuente Restaurant Çeşme Marina
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Hasan Usta Ev Yemekleri
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Çark Balık Restorant Çeşme
Dine-in·No delivery
Copacabana Beach
Beautiful sand beach clean, amazing sea water, carefull staff.
Çeşme, Ilıca Yıldızburnu küçük halk plajı.
A must visit especially for a sunset walk if you're staying in Cesme.
Kirmizi Pub
Dine-in·No delivery
Sailors Alaçatı
Dine-in·Drive-through·No delivery
SVERA RESTAURANT & KAHVALTI EVİ
Dine-in·Drive-through·Delivery
Frıendly Corner Restoran
Dine-in
LC WAIKIKI
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
Closes soon · 9 PM
Sota Alaçatı
Dine-in·No-contact delivery·No takeout
Ayios Haralambos Church
Terakki Alaçatı
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Defne Yaprağı Balık Restaurant Dalyanköy Çeşme
Dine-in·No delivery
Seher Teyze'nin Gözleme ve Kahvaltı Bahçesi
Dine-in·Drive-through·No delivery
Evim Restaurant
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Coffee Mood No:50 & Çeşme
Drive-through·No-contact delivery·No dine-in
Takeout: Now · Ends 12 AM
Dilaila Plajı
Scenic shoreline with dining & sunsets
Kardelen Beach
Clear sea, warm water, good sandy beach, no rocks.
Be Water Coffee & Book Store Çeşme
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Peruş'un Meyhane Lezzetleri ~ Çeşme Ciğercisi
Dine-in·No-contact delivery
Esma Cafe & Craft
Onsite services
Tius Bar
Dine-in·No-contact delivery
Roka Bahçe
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
ÇEŞME GÖZLEMECİM
Dine-in
Tax Meyhane & Restaurant
Dine-in
Çeşme Dodo Beach
What you expect from the beach is here.
Homeze Meze Evi
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Ortak Alaçatı
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Cafe Du Musee
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Çeşme Museum
Closed · Opens 8:30 AM Tue
Novo Cafe & Snacks
Dine-in·No-contact delivery
ZOHO Cocktail Bar
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
A101 Liman Çeşme Mağazası
Closes soon · 9 PM
Bacbery coffee
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
Agrilia Restaurant
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Alaca RestoBar
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Kasap Fuat Çeşme
Delivery
Mama´s Küche
Dine-in·Takeout
GRATİS ÇEŞME CD
The options may be limited but almost everything one may need is there.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Mavi Ay Restaurant & Market
Dine-in·No-contact delivery
Ark Alacati
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Çeşmeköy Mantı Cafe
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
10 Grams Coffee
Dine-in·Drive-through·No delivery
Closes soon · 8:30 PM
DeFacto
In-store shopping·In-store pickup·Delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Taş Fincan
Dine-in
Setur Duty Free Çeşme
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Rincón Alaçatı
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
Bonche Atelier
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Urban Hub - Çeşme Marina
Delivery
Open · Closes 12 AM
Çeşme Çiçek Pasajı
Closed · Opens 10 AM Tue
Çeşme Grand Bazaar
Nice place to shop and experience the area
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Çesme
Çesme stands as one of Turkey's most enchanting cruise destinations, offering visitors a perfect blend of Aegean charm, rich history, and natural beauty. This vibrant port town on the western coast has become increasingly popular with luxury cruise lines, attracting discerning travelers seeking authentic Mediterranean experiences. Whether you're exploring the region for the first time or returning for another adventure, Çesme serves as an ideal launching point for discovering the wonders of Turkey and the broader Eastern Mediterranean.
As a primary port of call, Çesme features prominently on extended Mediterranean itineraries, particularly the popular 21-night voyages that connect major destinations like Istanbul, Piraeus, Mykonos, Kusadasi, and Kotor. Seabourn, Silversea, Explora Journeys, and Atlas Ocean Voyages regularly include this port in their carefully curated routes, with peak sailing seasons spanning from April through October. The port's excellent facilities and convenient location make it an accessible gateway to nearby attractions, from the stunning Alacati beaches and thermal springs to the historic charm of Izmir just an hour away.
Passengers docking in Çesme can expect warm Turkish hospitality, excellent local cuisine, and easy access to both cultural landmarks and natural wonders. The port's modern infrastructure ensures smooth embarkation and disembarkation, while the town itself invites leisurely exploration of its waterfront promenades, local markets, and welcoming cafés that capture the essence of Aegean coastal living.
As a primary port of call, Çesme features prominently on extended Mediterranean itineraries, particularly the popular 21-night voyages that connect major destinations like Istanbul, Piraeus, Mykonos, Kusadasi, and Kotor. Seabourn, Silversea, Explora Journeys, and Atlas Ocean Voyages regularly include this port in their carefully curated routes, with peak sailing seasons spanning from April through October. The port's excellent facilities and convenient location make it an accessible gateway to nearby attractions, from the stunning Alacati beaches and thermal springs to the historic charm of Izmir just an hour away.
Passengers docking in Çesme can expect warm Turkish hospitality, excellent local cuisine, and easy access to both cultural landmarks and natural wonders. The port's modern infrastructure ensures smooth embarkation and disembarkation, while the town itself invites leisurely exploration of its waterfront promenades, local markets, and welcoming cafés that capture the essence of Aegean coastal living.
Cruise Lines at Çesme
- Seabourn (33 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (16 cruises)
- Silversea (4 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (2 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Çesme
Cruises Visiting Çesme
Ship Schedule at Çesme
Çesme Location
Other Cruise Ports in Turkey
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Çeşme?
Çeşme is a coastal town in the Izmir Province of Turkey, known for its beaches and historic harbor.
Where is Çeşme located?
Çeşme lies on the Aegean coast at roughly 38.317°N, 26.3°E.
How do you reach Çeşme port?
Access by road from Izmir; ferries operate from nearby coastal towns.
What are the main attractions near Çeşme?
Çeşme Castle, Ilica Beach, and Alaçatı are popular nearby spots.