Top places to visit in Antalya

• Kaleiçi Old Town

  Cultural · 4.6 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  Antalya's well-preserved historic quarter wraps around a picturesque Roman harbour framed by the Taurus Mountains. Wander the labyrinthine Ottoman lanes lined with restored mansions converted into boutique hotels, restaurants and…

• Hadrian's Gate

  Heritage · 4.5 rating · about 0.5 h · check the fee at the gate

  This magnificent triple-arched Roman triumphal gate was erected in 130 AD to honour Emperor Hadrian's visit to the city. Standing nearly intact after 1,900 years, it marks the entrance to Kaleiçi (Old Town) and is Antalya's most…

• Düden Waterfalls

  Waterfall · 4.4 rating · about 1 h · check the fee at the gate

  The Lower Düden Waterfall plunges 40 metres directly into the Mediterranean Sea from sheer cliffs at Lara — one of Turkey's most dramatic coastal waterfalls. Best viewed from the cliff path or by boat tour along the coast. The Upper Düden…

• Konyaaltı Beach

  Beach · 4.4 rating · about 6 h · check the fee at the gate

  The pebble beach west of Antalya city backed by the Taurus Mountains — with clear blue-green water, the Aquarium, beach cafés and the dramatic mountain backdrop unique among Turkish beaches.

• Ölüdeniz Blue Lagoon

  Beach · 4.7 rating · about 6 h · entry ₺80 (≈ ₹150), Beach park TL 80; paragliding from TL 1,500; 230km west

  Turkey's most iconic beach image — a protected national park lagoon with still turquoise water, combined with the world's most active paragliding launch from Babadağ mountain (1,960m).

• Lara Beach

  Beach · 4.3 rating · about 6 h · check the fee at the gate

  Antalya's most famous fine-sand beach — a long sweep of Blue Flag sand with calm turquoise water, beach clubs, water sports and the grand resort hotels that define Turkish Riviera holidays.

• Aspendos Theatre

  Heritage · 4.8 rating · about 1.5 h · entry ₺150 (≈ ₹290), Adult TL 150; 47km east; car, bus or day tour

  The best-preserved Roman theatre in the world — a 15,000-seat 2nd-century AD theatre by architect Zeno, still hosting opera performances, 47km east of Antalya.

• Alanya Cleopatra Beach

  Beach · 4.4 rating · about 6 h · check the fee at the gate

  The most famous beach in eastern Antalya — the long sandy strip at the foot of the Alanya castle promontory, named after Cleopatra VII who allegedly bathed here with Mark Antony.

• Antalya Aquarium

  Activity · 4.1 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  The world's largest cylindrical aquarium tank — a 3.5-million-litre wraparound cylinder in the Antalya Aquarium complex, with sharks, rays and a tropical tunnel walk.

• Side Ancient City

  Heritage · 4.6 rating · about 2 h · entry ₺80 (≈ ₹150), Combined site ticket TL 80; 75km east; bus or day tour

  The well-preserved Graeco-Roman port city 75km east of Antalya — with a standing Temple of Apollo overlooking the sea, the Roman Agora and a museum in the well-preserved Roman bath building.

• Antalya Museum

  Museum · 4.5 rating · about 2 h · check the fee at the gate

  One of Turkey's largest and finest archaeological museums, holding treasures from Lycia, Pamphylia and Pisidia — the ancient civilisations that flourished along the Turkish Mediterranean coast. The Hall of Gods (with 14 remarkable statues…

• Perge Ancient City

  Heritage · 4.6 rating · about 2 h · entry ₺120 (≈ ₹230)

  One of the finest ancient Graeco-Roman cities in Turkey — with a 15,000-seat Roman theatre, the largest bath complex in Anatolia and the colonnaded street where Alexander the Great marched in 333 BC.

Things to do

• Antalya Old Town Kaleici Walk Walking Tour · 2 h · from TRY 730 per person
• Perge Ancient City Tour Historical Tour · 3 h · from TRY 1,100 per person
• Aspendos Theatre Day Trip Day Trip · 5 h · from TRY 1,700 per person
• Side Ancient City Visit Day Trip · 7 h · from TRY 1,400 per person
• Konyaaltı Beach Day Beach · 5 h · from TRY 580 per person
• Tahtali Cable Car Attraction · 4 h · from TRY 1,600 per person
• Antalya Bazaar Food Tour Food Tour · 3 h · from TRY 1,700 per person
• Kekova Sunken City Boat Tour Boat · 7 h · from TRY 2,200 per person

Day trips and tours

• Ancient Lycian Cities — Perge, Aspendos & Side 9 h · from TRY 1,600
• Antalya Old Town & Waterfalls Half-Day 5 h · from TRY 580

Where to stay in Antalya

• Kaleiçi (Old Town) about TRY 85 per night

  Antalya's most romantic and atmospheric neighbourhood — a maze of cobbled Ottoman lanes within ancient Roman city walls, centred on a picturesque yacht harbour. Boutique hotels occupy restored 19th-century mansions;…

• Lara Beach about TRY 180 per night

  Home to Antalya's mega all-inclusive resorts, Lara is Turkey's version of a luxury beach strip. Palatial 5-star hotels with multiple pools, water parks and private beaches line the coast. Ideal for families and…

Hotels

• Mardan Palace 5-star · TRY 6,000 to TRY 45,000 per night
• Maxx Royal Belek Golf Resort 5-star · INR 30,000 to INR 110,000 per night
• Akra Hotel Antalya 5-star · INR 7,500 to INR 17,000 per night
• Calista Luxury Resort Belek 5-star · INR 9,500 to INR 22,000 per night
• Tuvana Hotel Antalya 4-star · INR 3,500 to INR 8,000 per night
• Hotel Sabah Pansiyon 3-star · INR 1,200 to INR 3,000 per night

Where to eat

• Köfteci Yusuf Antalya turkish, traditional, grill · about TRY 180 per person
• Big Chefs turkish, international, modern · about TRY 385 per person
• 7 Mehmet turkish, traditional, modern · about TRY 850 per person
• Konyaalti Beach Park turkish, mediterranean, modern · about TRY 385 per person
• Mermerli turkish, seafood, traditional · about TRY 550 per person
• Parlak Restaurant turkish, traditional, grill · about TRY 450 per person
• Big Chefs turkish, international, modern · about TRY 450 per person
• Antalya Köftecisi turkish, traditional, street_food · about TRY 180 per person

Getting to Antalya

Airport: Antalya (AYT)

How visitors arrive in Antalya

• Flights into Antalya Airport By air · common

  Antalya Airport is the main gateway, with flights from across Europe and Russia, many sold as package holidays, plus domestic flights from Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Intercity bus to Antalya Otogar By road from Istanbul · common

  Long-distance buses from Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and other Turkish cities arrive at the Antalya bus terminal northwest of the centre. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Coastal bus and minibus By road from Alanya, Side, Belek · possible

  Coastal buses and dolmus minibuses link Antalya with Alanya, Manavgat (for Side) and Belek. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Cruise ship to Port Akdeniz By ferry · possible

  Port Akdeniz has a cruise terminal for ship arrivals. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

From the airport to the centre

• Tram 1A from Terminal 1

  AntRay tram 1A serves Terminal 1 only; get off at Ismetpasa for the old town and change to Tram 2. Source: antalya-airport.aero

• Route 600 to the Otogar

  Route 600 links both terminals to the Otogar bus station; Route 800 runs via Lara. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

• Taxi to the Lara strip

  Taxis suit the Lara resort strip east of the city, near the airport. Source: antalya-airport.aero

• Taxi touts may say no bus leaves from here; ignore the decoy D sign and look for the real bus stop. Source: en.wikivoyage.org

Getting around

• Scooter Rental
• Taxi

  Taxi stands are found across Antalya, and cabs can also be booked through the BiTaksi or iTaksi apps.

• Transit Pass

  A rechargeable local transit card can be used on city buses and the tram line instead of paying in cash each ride.

  AntalyaKart top-up and card

• Walking

Safety and scams to avoid

• Jet-Ski Damage Claim

  Konyaaltı and Lara beaches

  Jet-ski operators offer short rides then claim you caused damage to the equipment and demand large sums (500–2,000 TRY). They photograph "pre-existing" scratches as if you caused them.

  How to avoid it: Photograph the jet-ski thoroughly from all angles before riding. Use reputable operators recommended by your hotel. Insist on a written damage clause and insurance before starting.

• Overpriced Harbour Restaurants

  Kaleiçi old harbour waterfront

  Restaurants without posted menus seat tourists at prime spots and present bills with items never ordered or inflated prices. Fish "by weight" dishes can cost far more than expected.

  How to avoid it: Always review the menu and confirm prices (especially fish by weight) before ordering. Choose restaurants with clearly posted menus and prices. Ask for an itemised bill.

Best time to visit Antalya

• Jan 15°C
• Feb 16°C
• Mar 18°C
• Apr 22°C
• May 26°C
• Jun 32°C
• Jul 35°C
• Aug 35°C
• Sep 32°C
• Oct 27°C
• Nov 22°C
• Dec 17°C

More in Turkey

• Istanbul
• Cappadocia
• Izmir
• Bodrum
• Pamukkale
• Ankara

Frequently asked questions about Antalya

How many days do you need in Antalya?

A typical trip to Antalya is 3-4 days.

What are the top-rated places to visit in Antalya?

The highest-rated places in our Antalya guide are Aspendos Theatre, Ölüdeniz Blue Lagoon, Kaleiçi Old Town, Side Ancient City, Perge Ancient City.

Where should I stay in Antalya?

Our guide covers these areas to stay in Antalya: Kaleiçi (Old Town), Lara Beach.

How do I get around Antalya?

Ways to get around Antalya covered in our guide: Scooter rental, Taxi, Transit pass, Walking.

What scams should I watch out for in Antalya?

Scams reported to us for Antalya include Jet-Ski Damage Claim; Overpriced Harbour Restaurants. Each is explained in the guide, with how to avoid it.

What is the weather like in Antalya?

Average daytime highs in Antalya run from 15°C in Jan to 35°C in Jul.

Which airport is nearest to Antalya?

The nearest airport to Antalya has the code AYT.