Regions
Antalya is a large area; each side offers a different holiday. Pick the region that suits you best.
Kaleiçi
Antalya's historic heart
With narrow stone streets, Ottoman mansions, boutique hotels and marina views, Kaleiçi is Antalya's most atmospheric district. From Hadrian's Gate to the clock tower, dozens of corners await on foot.
Konyaaltı
A long shore beneath the Bey Mountains
A modern seaside district known for its kilometres-long pebble beach where the Taurus Mountains meet the sea. Promenades, cafés and sunset views line the shore.
Lara
Golden sands and big resorts
A holidaymakers' favourite for its fine golden Lara beach and surrounding luxury resorts. This is also where the Düden Waterfall plunges into the sea.
Side
Where the ancient city meets the sea
A town like an open-air museum with the columns of the Temple of Apollo, an ancient theatre and a harbour. Ruins by day, seaside restaurants and shopping streets by evening.
Kaş
For diving and a quiet holiday
A peaceful coastal town known for bougainvillea-lined streets, clear coves and dive spots. The starting point for tours to the sunken city of Kekova.
Kemer
Between pine forests and the sea
A holiday hub where the Taurus pine forests meet the sea, famous for its marina and coves. Close to the Olympos and Yanartaş (Chimera) nature routes.
Alanya
Castle, beaches and a lively holiday
A lively coastal city famous for its historic castle on the peninsula, the Red Tower and Cleopatra Beach. Castle and caves by day, a lively seafront and nightlife by evening.
Kalkan
Boutique hotels and turquoise coves
A calm, elegant town with bougainvillea-clad stone houses, boutique hotels and stylish restaurants. Known for its turquoise coves and the vast nearby Patara Beach.
Belek
Golf courses and luxury resorts
A planned coastal district of international golf courses, five-star resorts and managed pine forest. Also well placed for Aspendos and Köprülü Canyon.
Manavgat
Waterfall, river and canyon routes
A nature-focused district known for its waterfall, riverside restaurants and the rafting routes of Köprülü Canyon. Easily combined with neighbouring Side.
Demre
Santa Claus and Lycian heritage
One of the densest concentrations of Lycian history, with the Church of St Nicholas (Santa Claus), Myra's rock-cut tombs and the ancient harbour of Andriake.