Places to Visit and Things to Do in Kas

If you have been to Kas once, you will always go. Kaş is one of the rare coastal towns that have remained untouched with the advantage of being at a difficult point in the Mediterranean. Thanks to its narrow roads and the absence of an airport very close to it, only those who really like this place come; It is a beauty that promises a lot in every season, from its wonderful nature to diving, boat tours, nature walks to ancient cities. If you have not been to Kaş before, you will find many reasons to go, and if you have been, you will find new items to complete your deficiencies in this article. Places to visit in Kas and things to do in Kas I have written my suggestions on the subject in all details, have a pleasant read.

Places to Visit in Kas 

I marked my list of places to visit in and around Kaş on google maps. Kaş places to visit map clicking on this link you can reach You will find the places that I think you should definitely see when you go to Kaş in the list below. Since I have been to Kaş many times at different times, I do not recommend a specific route in this article.

Kas Long Bazaar 

If you have been to Kas, you should definitely take time to wander around the city center of Kas. Uzun Çarşı is the most colorful of the streets adorned with 2-3-storey buildings that cut the Kaş harbor vertically. For most of the year, the bazaar, decorated with bougainvillea and lined with gift shops, can be dangerous for those who love shopping.

Lion Sarcophagus

One of the ancient artifacts in the center of Kas is the Lion Sarcophagus. It awaits you at the end of the Long Bazaar. The sarcophagus, named after the 4 lion heads on the lid of the sarcophagus, was made in the 4th century BC.

Kas Historical Cistern

Not many people know, but there is a historical cistern under the Smiley's restaurant in Kaş market. History BC The cistern, which dates back to the 5th century, is thought to be the last surviving cistern from a series of cisterns dating back to the ancient theatre.

Antiphellos Ancient City and Theater 

The Antiphellos Ancient City, located in the center of Kaş, is among the must-see places in the center of Kaş with its theater that is still standing upright and can host 4000 people. The Ancient Theater sometimes hosts those walking the Lycian Way and sometimes a yoga class. It attracts everyone with its solid standing and wonderful view.

Lycian Rock Tombs

You can reach the Lycian Rock Tombs with a short but steep walk from Kaş harbor. If you look towards the hill instead of the sea side while walking on the Lycian Street, you will see the rock tombs. There are rock tombs in more than one place, and the largest one was marked "Lycian Rock Tombs", you will definitely see it. There is a wonderful view of Kas from the stairs in front of that big one, you can sit and enjoy the view.

Akram Doric Tomb

When you look straight ahead from the Lycian Rock Tombs, a building is visible on the top of the hill. It's still a mausoleum. To go back to the ancient theater, you can use the route where Akram Doric Tomb is located. After the tomb, you can reach the ancient theater by following the path on the hill.

Akram Doric Tomb is located at the northwest end of the Antiphellos Ancient City. B.C. The tomb, dating from the 4th century, measures approximately 4.5 meters by 4.5 meters. It was carved into a slightly conical cube from a whole block of rock. There is a passage around the monument. When you enter through the open door, there are benches on three sides where the dead are placed. In the space above the bench at the back of the room, there are 24 girls dancing holding their hands, the most interesting find of the tomb is these women.

Hellenistic Temple / Shrine

In the very center of Kaş, it must have been 2012, very recently. The remains that were found during a construction were immediately examined and excavations were started, and a Lycian structure, 18 meters long and 13 meters wide, was unearthed. There are also many Lycian tombs around the temple. The little-known structure is on the left as you walk from the harbor to the ancient theatre.

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Limanağzı is one of the magnificent natural beauties of Kas, which can only be reached by boat and cannot be reached by land. You can reach Limanağzı by boat tours, minibus boats or walking the Lycian Way route. If you are looking for quiet, romantic and peaceful routes, Limanağzı is one of the places you should definitely add to your Kaş holiday.

Üçağız, Kekova, Kaleköy and Simena

One of the most difficult places to reach and one of the most inevitable places to see in Kaş is Simena, namely Kaleköy.

• You can also choose the boats departing from Kaş port to cross from Kaş to Kekova. Thus, you can see the Kekova coastline without the need to transfer.
• You can come to Üçağız by boat departing from Kaş and transfer to Kekova, where the sunken city is located. This is definitely one of the best experiences to be had in Kaş.

It got its name from the Simena Castle on the Kaleköy hill. With its narrow streets adorned with flowers, its castle and its famous goat's milk ice cream, it is one of the unforgettable stops in Kaş. Of course, do not leave without looking at the magnificent view of Kekova from Simena Castle. Simena Ancient City and Kaleköy You will find the details in my article.

Kekova is also a very nice diving spot for diving lovers.

Patara, Letoon, Xanthos Ancient Cities

Kaş hosts the most important regions and cities of the ancient Lycian civilization around it. Starting from the coast towards Antalya, you can visit the ancient cities of Patara, Letoon and Xanthos, respectively. In these cities, which are port cities, you will find many ruins from theaters to music houses, from stadiums to shopping places.

• Patara Ancient City, open until 19:00 in the summer and until 17:30 in the winter, and the 2020 entrance fee is 24 TL.
• Letoon Ancient city, open until 19:30 in the summer and until 17:30 in the winter, and the 2020 entrance fee is 12 TL.
• Xanthos Ancient City, open until 19:00 in the summer and until 17:30 in the winter, and the 2020 entrance fee is 14 TL.

You can enter all these 3 ancient cities free of charge with the Müzekart.

2021 Patara Year

Turkey's 2020 Tourism theme is Patara Ancient City announced as. Thus, the year 2020 Patara Year was declared. The theme of the Year of Patara, which is expected to activate both Kaş and Antalya tourism through the ancient city of Patara, will be used in local and international announcements. The Lycian Assembly, the habitat of the Caretta Caretta turtles, Patara Beach, which is considered among the best in the world, became the favorite of the year 2020. 2021 was declared as the Year of Patara again.

Demre

Demre is one of the places you should definitely spend time on when you come to Kaş on holiday. Known as the home of Santa Claus, Demre is also an important visiting point for the Christian world. When you come to Demre, be sure to visit the following places.

• Myra Ancient City: It is open until 19:00 in the summer and until 17:30 in the winter, and the 2020 entrance fee is 36 TL. Museum card is valid.
• Church of St. Nicholas: Open until 19:00 in the summer and until 17:30 in the winter, and the 2020 entrance fee is 36 TL. Museum card is valid.
• Lycian Civilizations Museum: It is open until 19:00 in the summer months and until 17:30 in the winter months. The 2020 entrance fee is 10 TL. You can also enter Andriake ruins with the same ticket. Museum card is valid.
• Andriake Ruins: It is open until 19:00 in the summer and until 17:30 in the winter. The 2020 entrance fee is 10 TL. You can also enter the Lycian Civilizations Museum with the same tickets. Museum card is valid.
• Demre Bird Sanctuary: The wetland between the Andriake Ruins and Çayağzı harbor passes the Demre Bird Sanctuary.

Saklikent National Park

Saklıkent Canyon is located 65 kilometers from Kaş. Actually, we can't call it Kaş, but I wanted to add it because it is among the places that people who come to Kaş include in their routes.

There is a long walking route in the canyon. Buzzzz, it's possible to do activities such as walking, swimming, rafting in really buzz-like cold waters, or to eat pancakes at the cafes in the area closest to the entrance and return.

Daily tours are organized under the name of Saklıkent Safari from Kaş, stopping by the ancient cities on the way, and activities in the Saklıkent Canyon.

Saklıkent National Park entrance is privately owned. Full 2021 TL for 10, 5 TL for students.

Bezirgan Plateau and Historical Warehouses

Now I will talk about a place that those who walk the Lycian Way know well, but have not heard of those who come to Kaş for a sea vacation: Bezirgan Plateau. Bezirgan Plateau is 38 km from Kas and 14 km from Kalkan. You ascend to the plateau with a very steep ascent and the view of the road is magnificent. The entire road is asphalt, so you can easily exit.

Apart from the magnificent view of the Bezirgan Plateau, there are also 500-year-old historical warehouses, which is worth climbing that hill. While the number of warehouses built with typical Lycian architecture was around 300, it decreased to 120 due to neglect and some warehouses being moved to touristic places. These are historical granaries, barns made of nail-free wood, built a little higher than the plateau so that they are not affected by floods.

Bezirgan Village and Historical Bezirgan Granaries Check out my post too.

Deliklikemer – Historical Aqueduct

Another historical value on the Lycian Way is the aqueduct, known as the Historical Aqueduct or Deliklikemer, which was built for the purpose of carrying water to the city of Patara. It is a great luck that a part of the arch, which is thought to have been 22 km long at the time it was used, has survived to this day.

To reach Deliklikemer, you take the Fırnaz Pier sign on the way to Yeşilköy after Kalkan. After you see the arch on the hill on the right, you park your vehicle in a suitable place and walk down the path towards the arch. You can reach the arch with a short and easy walk.

You can walk on the belt and sit on it. The taste of watching the olive trees and the Mediterranean view is another. From the photo above, the thickness of the arch made in the form of a spinal cord can be seen more clearly.

Shield

Although Kalkan is connected to Kaş, it has surpassed Kaş in terms of the area it covers. It would not be a lie to say that Kalkan is Turkey's rental villa paradise. In the city center of Kalkan, the harbor and the Public Beach are very nice for both walking and eating and drinking. I'm sure it would be nice to watch the sunset too.

Meis Island 

In Meis Island, the sound of roosters crowing can be heard from Kaş. Located just 2 kilometers from the Turkish coast, Meis Island is the easternmost point of Greece. The only settlement in Meis is located in Kastellorizo, just opposite Kaş.

It is possible to go to Meis by ferry from Kaş with a Schengen visa or a Greek Islands gate visa. Adding a Greece stop to your Kas trip is a good option.

Map of Places to Visit in Kas and Its Surroundings

The places to visit in and around Kaş, which I have described above, places to eat and drink in Kaş, Kaş Beaches are marked on the Google map, which you can access by clicking on the image below.

What You Must Do in Kaş

We visited the places to visit in Kaş, but I seem to hear you say what else we can do in Kaş. Kaş offers you many different activities besides the sea and culture. Kas is one of the best diving spots in Turkey, there are many alternative diving spots from wrecks to caves. You can go to untouched coves with daily or long-term boat tours from Kas and enjoy the sea from a different perspective. For action lovers, you can take a safari tour in Saklıkent Canyon or go for nature walks by choosing the Lycian Way route, which is considered among the most beautiful walking routes in the world, which suits your performance.

Diving in Kas 

Kaş is one of the most beautiful diving spots in Turkey. In fact, it would not be a lie if I say that the popularity of Kaş has increased a bit thanks to diving tourism. There are many diving spots in Kas. If you have no previous experience, there are many diving schools in Kaş where you can get diving training. For those who want to make a discovery dive before the training, there is also the opportunity to dive with diving boats and diving schools. More than 20 dive sites and around 15 dive boats are waiting for diving lovers in Kaş, where you can dive all year round, and it is guaranteed to see a Caretta.

If we count the diving spots in Kaş; Uçanbalık Bank, Besmi Island, Canyon - Dimitri (Cotton) Wreck, Oasis Bank, Kovanlı Island, Camel Stone, Heybeli Island, Pina Banko, Sarıot Island - South Wall, Thirteen Banks, Çoban Cape - Tunnel, Big Cave, Limanağzı - Lighthouse, Ottoman Wreck and C47 Aircraft Wreck, Cave II and Lycian Wreck, Hidayet – Underwater Archeopark – “Stonehenge”, Pigeon Island, Neptune – Üçkaya, Çapa Banko, Gürmenli Rocks, Island and Wall.

I wouldn't want you to expect a diving experience such as tropical coral islands or the Red Sea, full of colorful corals with lots of fish, but let's not forget that the most beautiful diving spots in Turkey are in Kaş.

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Boat Tour in Kas

One of the best ways to see the magnificent bays in and around Kas is to take a boat tour in Kas. You can join daily boat tours in Kas, and you can make 3-4 day private boat tours with sailing or gulet type boats.

If you are considering taking a boat tour in Kaş, I suggest you contact Captain Ergun. It will help you with both daily and private boat tours. The best thing about daily boat tours is that they don't broadcast blaring music like many daily boats. There are many different routes around Kaş for 3-4 day tours. If you want, you can determine your route yourself, if you want, Mr. Ergun will suggest you the most suitable route according to the season. It is really enjoyable to visit the bay by creating your own group of friends and taking a special route, and we have discovered this pleasure in the last years, I would definitely recommend it.

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Lycian Way Walk 

A part of the Lycian Way, one of the most beautiful ancient walking routes in the world, located between Antalya Geyikbayırı and Fethiye Ovacık, passes through Kaş. If you like nature walks, you can take long or short walks on the routes of the Lycian Way, which is 530 kilometers in length, in Kaş and its surroundings.

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October 29 Celebrations and Season Closing

Every year, on October 29, the closing of the season in Kaş is combined with the celebrations on October 29. This date is very important for the streets filled with enthusiasm, for Kaş lovers, for everyone living and working in Kaş. Definitely try to go to Kaş on October 29th, it is magnificent with tables overflowing the streets, flags adorning everywhere and entertainment that continues until late hours. 

Video of Places to Visit in Kas Center

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When to go to the sea in Kaş? 

The season in Kaş opens in the spring and closes on October 29 with very pleasant celebrations. Of course, this does not mean that you cannot swim at any other time. We spent New Year's Eve in Kaş and went swimming, and there were times when we shivered from the cold during the summer months. To give the exact time, you can easily swim in the sea in Kaş between April and October. 

If you plan to walk the Lycian Way, which also includes Kaş, the months of April-May or September-October will be ideal. You can spice up this magnificent walking route by taking short sea breaks during your walks.

Kas Beaches

When coming to Kas, do not expect long beaches, beach clubs or beaches closed by all-inclusive hotels. Kas has none of these. Again comfortable Antalya Kas hotels available. Generally, there are hotels of this type in the city center. You can find very classy boutique hotels. With exceptions, Kaş has beaches that are generally hard to reach, narrow and stony. That's why not everyone comes here, families with children do not prefer it. If you are dreaming of a quiet sea holiday away from the noise, Kas is just for you.

Kaputas Beach

If we say where the most known place of Kas is, I think Kaputaş beach comes to mind before the points in the list of places to visit above. Kaputaş is one of the beaches that you should definitely dive into if you go to Kaş with its natural structure, ice-cold and clean sea, and descent down the stairs.

Located just 200 meters from Kaputaş Beach. Blue Caveis one of the must-see places in this region. You can come here with boat tours, or you can paddle here by renting a canoe from Kaputaş beach.

Kaputaş beach, which is so crowded that you will not fall down if you throw a needle in summer, deserves to be visited in summer and winter with its calmness in winter months.

Small and Big Pebble Beach 

Small and Big Pebble beaches are the most suitable places to swim in the center of Kas. As their names suggest, the beaches with a pebbly coast are very inviting with the Meis view across and the sparkling sea. Small Pebble is closer to the center, Big Pebble is a 15-minute walk from it. There are many hotels and pensions in the area where these pebbles are located.

These are the beaches that I would recommend to those who can swim well with their pebbly and deepening structures.

Derya Beach

We will talk about Derya Beach's pizzas in the food and beverage section in Kaş. Before that, this is one of the best places to swim in the city center. It's usually very crowded, it's a good idea to go early and get a seat.

Hidayet Cove 

Located 2,5 kilometers from Kaş, Çamada beach is located on the Çukurbağ Peninsula. You don't have to pay the entrance fee for Hidayet Bay, if you want to rent sunbeds and umbrellas, you have to pay it.

Incebogaz Cinar Beach 

There is a thin strait connecting the Çukurbağ Peninsula and the mainland of Kaş; Incebogaz. Inceboğaz Beach is the beach with the warmest water in Kaş, as it faces the harbor, not the open sea. There is no entrance fee here, you pay the rent of sunbeds and umbrellas.

Kas Municipality Public Beach 

Another beach on Çukurbağ Peninsula is Kaş Municipality Beach. Entry is free here, you have to pay for sunbeds and umbrellas.

Akcagerme Beach 

Akçagerme beach, which is located 2 kilometers from the center of Kaş, is a private enterprise. Eating and drinking, sunbeds, umbrellas are available.

Limanagzi Beaches

We said that Limanağzı is one of the regions that preserves its virginity due to the lack of access by land. There are 4 private beaches in this region:

• Nuri's Beach,
• Delos Beach,
• La Moda Beach,
• Bilal's Place.

You can reach here by blue cruise or daily boats, and minibus boats from Kaş come to Limanağzı for prices like 20 TL.

Patara Beach 

Patara beach is the longest beach in Kaş and even in Turkey. Although the endless fine sandy beach was very attractive, it was very wavy and windy whenever I went because it was completely open in front. I even remember that we went as a family when I was a kid and all that fine sand got into us because of the wind. Also, a friend of my father made a prank and immersed me in the water. After that, I couldn't put my head under the water for years, so I took diving training to get rid of this fear. Let me wrap up the topic without distracting too much, although Patara beach looks great visually, I prefer to go by boat for swimming or the small beaches of Kaş.

Where is Kas? How to go to Kas?

Kaş is the point where the Mediterranean Region meets the Aegean Region. If you head west from Antalya towards Fethiye, you can find Kaş. It is approximately 200 kilometers from Antalya and 125 kilometers from Fethiye.

How to go to Kas?

You can reach Kas with your private car, bus or plane.

• by vehicle; If you are going with your own vehicle or rental car; Kas is approximately 800 kilometers from Istanbul and 650 kilometers from Ankara. You can reach it between 10-12 hours from Istanbul.
• By bus; You can reach the big cities Antalya, Muğla and Fethiye by bus. Many bus companies have shuttles. Kaş bus station has been moved far away from the city, as in many other places, and unfortunately, there is no shuttle service from bus companies or bus or minibus options to the city center at the moment. Your only option was a taxi and fixed 50 TL. You have come to Fethiye by any means and if you need to reach Kaş by bus, the last bus from Fethiye to Kaş leaves at 18.00:XNUMX. If you miss it, you have to wait for the next day, so try to pay attention to this time when planning.
• by air; You can reach Kas from Dalaman or Antalya airports. One of the topics that has been talked about for a while is that an airport close to Kaş will be opened. However, if such a thing happens, I think Kaş will lose all its magic, I hope it is not done.

What to Eat and Where to Eat in Kas?

You can find many eating and drinking options in Kaş, from artisan restaurants to vegan restaurants, from new generation coffee shops to pizzeria. We should not forget the places with beautiful views overlooking the harbor and the taverns that make very good appetizers. All my advice about eating and drinking in Kaş What to eat and where to eat in Kas in my article, click to read.

Where to Stay in Kas?

You can find a wide range of accommodation options in Kaş, from boutique hotels to hostels, from camping areas to rental houses. Let me tell you what you won't find: All-inclusive hotels.

I share a few alternatives for accommodation in Kaş below:

• Kas Camping: If you ask if there is a place to camp in Kaş, there is. You can stay in tents or bungalows at Kaş Camping on the way from Kaş center to Çukurbağ Peninsula.
• Hotel Club Phellos ve Ekici Hotel: It is a great advantage that these hotels are right in the center. They were probably pretty cool when they were first made but now they look pretty retro. The rooms are clean, the breakfast buffet is sufficient.
• Aqua Princess Hotel: This is one of the hotels close to Küçük Çakıl. Within walking distance of the city centre.
• Pebble Pension: This is one of the hotels close to Küçük Çakıl. Within walking distance of the city centre. This place is somewhere between a hotel and a hostel. Rooms are small but clean and the sea view is beautiful.
• Villa Dundar: If you want to be a little far from the crowd of Kaş center but you can reach Kaş in 5 minutes, it is located 500 meters from the Big Pebble. Villa DundarYou can choose . It is also perfect for enjoying the pool in the evening against the view.

The above are the hotels I have experienced. Apart from these, you can evaluate Club Antiphellos & Villas on the Çukurbağ Peninsula and many rental villas on the Kalkan side.

Kaş is literally a paradise for history and culture enthusiasts who love to be in touch with nature, seek different activities. Therefore, if you go to Kaş once, you will always go.

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