Top Attractions of Antalya, Turkey

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Antalya is a charming Turkish city on the Mediterranean coast nestling in the Gulf of Antalya.

Antalya is the one of the most populous cities in Turkey.

Earlier Antalya was known by the name ‘Attaleia.’ It was founded by the Attalos II, king of Pergamon in the 150 BC.

Antalya is the largest city of Turkey on the Mediterranean coast. It also the gateway to the Turkish Riviera.

Antalya: Turkey's largest beach destination, diverse tourist spot.

The skiing aficionados can head towards Taurus Mountains for skiing. Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video.

The historic ruins that date back to Roman and Byzantine periods.

Kursunlu Waterfall Nature Park Remote Aksu River waterfalls, park with walkways and bridges.

There are caves that curve around the back where you can hike to to the see the water flow downhill.

Olympos & Cirali Shared beautiful beach, crystal-clear water, white sandy shores.

Since Caretta turtles nest here, only shacks and cottages are allowed. Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video.

Kas Kas is a beautiful coastal town in Antalya.

The beaches here are fabulous and there are cafes and bars where you can enjoy the nightlife while relishing on the fresh seafood.

Demre Quick ferry ride to Demre, home to Santa Claus Church and Sunken City ruins.

Kalekoy offers amazing food and historical ruins to its tourists. Rent a canoe to discover the lost treasures of the Sunken City.

Your browser doesn't support HTML5 video. Belek Town known for beaches, coastal golf resorts, pristine sandy shores with pine shade.

Alanya A quaint beach town that became popular in 1990s. Alanya Castle is located here.

Hip-notics In Burunucu Mevkii Cakis Village, Hip-notics offers water skiing, knee-boarding, and fly boarding.

Ancient City of Perge Perge: UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site, pivotal in Pamphili civilization.

Perge has a magnificent Hellenistic gate, Greek-Roman amphitheatre and a well preserved stadium.

Antalya Museum Museum exhibits Roman-era sculptures from Lykia, Pisidia, and Pamphylia.

Koprulu Canyon National park for camping, hiking, and nature walks. Roman-era bridges, summer rafting.

Geyikbayiri Mountains Mountain in Taurus Range, renowned for rock climbing, top 10 climbing destination.

Ancient city of Aspendos Ancient city by Achaeans, Roman amphitheater, seats 12,000.

Ancient City of Patara Patara, 40 km from Kas, pivotal in history, evident in ruins.

Termessos It is a plateau on the Gulluk Mountain top is one of the best preserved ancient cities in Turkey.

Historical ruins of the Ptolemaic Dynasty, Byzantine and Ottoman times can be seen here.

Sandland Sculptures carved of sand and water are on display here on the Lara Beach. The International Antalya Sand Sculpture Festival is held here.