Antalya, one of Turkey's unique cities for sea and summer tourism, hosts various districts that are must-sees and promise different holiday experiences.
Antalya, one of Turkey's unique cities for sea and summer tourism, hosts various districts that are must-sees and promise different holiday experiences. The must-see districts with their natural beauties, tourism opportunities, hotels of different concepts providing accommodation and beaches are flooded, especially in the summer months.
Popular Holiday Regions of Antalya
Antalya is one of the first cities that come to mind when it comes to Turkey's holiday destination. The most important reason why Antalya has become so popular and is flocked not only by local but also foreign tourists is its holiday resorts.
Antalya, which has many holiday resorts that can successfully meet changing holiday needs, is literally crowded during the summer months. You can also visit the popular holiday resorts of Antalya for a pleasant trip.
1. Manavgat
Manavgat is one of the largest districts of Antalya. Natural beauties and Manavgat hotelsmakes the district overflowing, especially during the summer. Since it is a large district, there are many places to visit. The most important of these are Manavgat Waterfall and Köprülü Canyon.
Manavgat Evrenseki Beach, which also hosts places where you can do extreme sports such as rafting or enjoy the sea, also includes many beaches such as Side Public Beach, Çolaklı Public Beach and Sorgun Public Beach.
2. Shield
Kalkan is a charming holiday town on the coast of the calm waters of the Mediterranean. With its cafes and restaurants where you can meet your eating and drinking needs, hotels for every budget, marina along the coast and hidden bays, Kalkan is a town you should definitely see during your Antalya trip.
Must-see places in Kalkan:
• Patara Beach, one of the most important beaches of the region and famous for its golden yellow sand, is 18 kilometers long.
• Patara Ancient City, a historical and natural wonder that extends to the warm shores of the Mediterranean.
• Kaputaş Beach is a must-visit for those who want to have a pleasant time in the deep blue sea.
• Fırnaz Bay, where you can have a pleasant sea day among natural beauties and historical evidence.
• The blue cave, which stands out as one of the most unique spots in Kalkan
• Saklıkent Canyon, which is the longest canyon in Turkey with a length of 18 kilometers and a height of 200 meters.
3. Eyebrow
Kas hotels This town, where you will have a pleasant accommodation experience, is among the most popular holiday resorts in Antalya. The most important feature of Kaş that makes it popular all over the world is the Kaputaş Beach that it hosts.
Although it is quite popular, it seems to be quieter compared to other towns in Antalya. Kaş, which has managed to maintain its peaceful atmosphere despite the busy season, attracts great attention from both local and foreign tourists.
Places you must see in Kaş include places such as Xanthos Ancient City, Myra Ancient City and Kekova. Kaputaş Beach, Akçagerme Beach and Patara Beach are among the unique beaches of Kaş.
4. Alanya
Alanya, one of the most popular holiday resorts in Antalya; It is a must-visit location with its long coastline, holiday villages, entertainment venues and luxury hotels. Alanya, which we recommend to those who like to explore historical and natural places, is flooded with tourists throughout the season.
During your trip to Alanya, you should also see historical places such as Alanya Castle, Damlataş Cave, Dim Cave, Laertes Ancient City and Syedra Ancient City. Additionally, you can swim at beaches such as Damlataş Beach, Emirgan Ulaş Beach, Keykubat Beach and Incekum Beach and have a pleasant holiday experience.
5. Bandage
Side is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Antalya with its historical sites, blue flag award-winning beaches and luxury hotels. The fact that it is also home to the Temple of Apollo, the city's most popular tourist spot, makes it one of the most crowded places during the season.
Among the must-see places in Side are historical places such as Side Ancient City, Temple of Apollo and Side Museum. Kızılağaç, Side Public Beach and Sorgun Public Beach are among the places where you can swim in Side, where we recommend that you swim carefully because it has a deep and stony sea.
However, there are also many hotels in Side. Since they serve with changing concepts, many hotels that meet your budget needs and fully adapt to your holiday concept are located in different parts of Side. You can take advantage of early booking opportunities to avoid the possibility of not finding a place because it is very crowded during the season and to pay at more economical prices.
5. Belek
Belek is one of the most popular holiday regions in Antalya. Belek, which is one of the indispensable routes not only for sea holidays but also for cultural holidays, with its green nature and history, attracts great interest especially from foreign tourists during the summer months.
Aspendos Ancient City and Theater, one of the most important destinations in Turkey, is located in Belek. In addition, a very important historical structure called the Garden of Religions or the Garden of Tolerance is also located in Belek. The Land of Legends, the entertainment center of Antalya, is one of the must-see places in Belek.
Among the beaches you can choose to swim in Belek are Kadriye Public Beach, Boğaz Kent Public Beach and Belek Public Beach. In addition, since most of the hotels serving in Belek are located on the seafront, you can also benefit from the beach offered by the hotel.
6. Kekova
Kekova Island is located between Kaş and Demre. The island, one of Turkey's most special islands and located just a few miles from the coast, lies parallel to the coast, right in front of the Teke Peninsula.
Kekova, the largest island in the Mediterranean, offers a unique holiday experience with its underwater historical ruins and the turquoise sea surrounding the island. Kekova, which you should definitely visit during your Antalya trip with its unique location and untouched nature, is very popular throughout the summer.
You can join boat tours to get to know the sunken city under Kekova better. You can also see places such as Akvaryum, Çamlık Bay, Kaleköy, Hamidiye Bay, Üçağız, Gökkaya Bay, Tersane Bay, Pirate Cave and have the chance to swim in these boat tours, which mostly depart in the early hours of the morning.
When to Go on Summer Vacation in Antalya?
The population of Antalya, which is the city where the effects of the Mediterranean climate are most intense, doubles in the summer season. Many people who plan to travel to Antalya generally prefer the summer season. The season starts in May and continues until October. You can plan a summer holiday during these months and relieve the tiredness of winter with pleasant trips to unique districts.
Food and Drink in Antalya
Antalya is a city that should be visited in terms of gastronomy as well as the unique experience it offers for summer holidays. It is possible to come across traces of the nations that have dominated the city until today in the cuisine of Antalya, which has a culinary culture influenced by different cities.
Flavors you should try in Antalya:
• Stuffed Phrygian peppers
• Huluklu soup
• Bergama jam
• Cretan kebab with artichokes
• Antalya market
• Hibesh
• Pestic vaccine
• Finike style banana dessert
• Cive