The town of Didim features hotels, an amusement park, souvenir shops, secluded bays and beaches, and is close to the ancient Temple of Apollo and the Temple of Artemis. Didim is nearby several other ancient cities and natural features, including Lake Bafa National Park, the Buyuk Menderes River, and historical locations such as Miletus and Priene.
Didim features nightclubs, beach clubs, a yacht club, a shopping center, eateries, smaller bars and pubs, some offering live music. There are American taverns, Irish and British pubs, and Turkish bars featuring Eastern-Anatolian folk music. The city municipality hosts various events and festivals during the summer, including Vegan Fest, Lavender Fest, and autograph signing sessions with well-known Turkish authors.