From the looming grandeur of the Taurus Mountains to secluded beaches that lead to ancient cities of former empires, here are the 5 Best Places to Visit in Antalya that you should add to your bucket list!
1. Old Harbor
Nestled into a recess in the cliffs, Antalya’s old harbor is a picturesque huddle of boutiques, pretty cafés, bazaars, and gently bobbing yachts that look out over the shimmering Mediterranean. With its peaceful pleasure-boat atmosphere now, it’s difficult to imagine this place was once Antalya’s major economic hub, but from the 2nd century up until the mid-20th century, this was the main port, bringing trade and prosperity to the city and surrounding region.
2. Karst Springs
The limestone countryside around Antalya is rich in karst springs, sinkholes, and waterfalls. The lime deposits from these springs have built up throughout 1.5 to 2 million years into vast travertine terraces similar to the famed terraces at Pamukkale. There are both upper falls (Düdenbasi Selalesi) and lower falls (Düden Çayi) to admire, and a trip here makes a nice nature break from Antalya’s glut of historic attractions.
3. Karain Cave
The Karain Cave, about 27 kilometers northwest of Antalya, near Dösemalti, was inhabited by prehistoric man and has yielded finds from both the Lower and Middle Paleolithic eras. The wide, arching caverns here are a good opportunity for some easy caving and are very popular with local families having a break from the city.
4. Aspendos
The main reason history buffs visit Antalya is to make the day trip to Aspendos, about 47 kilometers east. This archaeological site is home to a Roman theater commonly thought to be the best preserved in the world and one of the top tourist attractions in Turkey. The glory days of this dazzling, ancient town were during the 2nd and 3rd centuries when most of the ruins that can be seen today were built.
5. Lara Beach
To the south of Antalya’s center, Lara beach is popular for its soft white sand and good family-friendly facilities, backed by cafés and restaurants and with plenty of activities, from jet-ski rentals to stand up paddleboards for those who want to hit the water. This area is where the vast amount of Antalya’s beach resorts are located to enjoy summer vacations.
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