Mediterranean beaches beside ancient ruins
Antalya
Antalya · Turquoise coast and Roman harbors
Antalya is the gateway to Turkey's turquoise coast, where a Roman-walled old town tumbles down to a yacht harbor and long pebble beaches. Waterfalls spill into the sea and Greco-Roman ruins dot the surrounding mountains.
Top sightsSights
Kaleici Old Town
Ottoman houses and Roman walls above the marina.
Hadrian's Gate
A marble triumphal arch from AD 130.
Duden Waterfalls
Falls that plunge dramatically straight into the sea.
Konyaalti Beach
A long pebble beach backed by the Taurus Mountains.
Perge & Aspendos
Ancient cities with a superbly preserved Roman theater.
What to eatFood
Piyaz
An Antalya-style bean salad with tahini and vinegar.
Sac kavurma
Diced meat stir-fried with peppers on a hot iron plate.
Kunefe
Shredded pastry and melted cheese soaked in syrup.
Good to know
- Base in Kaleici for atmosphere, or the beach hotels for resort life.
- Use Antalya as a hub for day trips to coastal ruins.
- Summers are very hot; spring and autumn are ideal.
Getting there
Antalya Airport (AYT) is a major coastal gateway with trams and buses into the old town.
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