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Antalya travel guide

A Roman old town, waterfalls and the resort coast

Kaleiçi old town and the harbour. Photo: REHBER0770, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

4hflight from London
AYTnearest main airport
29° in Augwarmest month
7° in Jancoolest month

Antalya is the gateway to the Turkish Riviera, a long coast of beaches backed by the Taurus Mountains. The city's old town, Kaleiçi, has Ottoman houses, a Roman gate and a pretty harbour.

Resorts such as Belek, Side, Kemer and Lara stretch along the coast, from golf hotels to all-inclusive water parks.

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What Antalya is known for

  • Kaleiçi

    The old town inside Roman and Ottoman walls.

  • Resort coast

    Belek, Side and Lara beaches.

  • Waterfalls

    Düden falls tumble into the sea.

  • Golf

    Belek has world-class courses.

Top things to do in Antalya

  1. 1

    Kaleiçi

    Walk through Hadrian's Gate into the old town.

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  2. 2

    Düden Waterfalls

    Falls dropping straight into the Mediterranean.

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  3. 3

    Aspendos

    One of the best-preserved Roman theatres in the world.

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  4. 4

    Side

    A resort town built around Roman ruins.

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Where to stay in Antalya

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Best time to visit Antalya

Best value: Mar–May, Sep–Oct. May, June, September and October: hot and sunny, with warm sea. July and August are very hot.

  • Best valueGood weather, smaller crowds
  • PeakBusiest, highest prices
  • QuietCheapest, cooler or wetter
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Getting there and around

About 4h from London to AYT, and flights from most UK airports.

Trams and buses in the city. Resort transfers are usually included with packages.

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Good to know

  • July and August often pass 35°C: plan sightseeing early.
  • All-inclusive resorts sometimes charge extra for imported drinks.
  • Bring cash for tips and small shops.
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Antalya FAQ

Is Antalya good for families?

Yes, with resorts, water parks and sandy beaches.

When is the sea warmest?

August and September, about 28°C.

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