{"id":30500,"date":"2025-05-29T03:02:04","date_gmt":"2025-05-29T03:02:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/?p=30500"},"modified":"2026-04-08T13:35:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-08T13:35:51","slug":"antalya-places-to-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/antalya-places-to-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"Antalya Places to Visit 2026 | Top Attractions &amp; Must-See Sights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Antalya<\/strong> dazzles travelers with its unique blend of sun-kissed <strong>Mediterranean beaches<\/strong> and millennia-old heritage. From the golden sands of Konyaalt\u0131 and Lara to the vibrant marina of Kalei\u00e7i, every shoreline along Turkey\u2019s <strong>turquoise coast<\/strong> invites you to swim, sail, or simply bask beneath clear blue skies. This irresistible mix of sea and history makes Antalya the perfect first stop on any Turkish Riviera itinerary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the water\u2019s edge, time-honored treasures await exploration. Wander through the maze-like lanes of <strong>Old Town Kalei\u00e7i<\/strong>, where Ottoman mansions, Roman walls, and boutique caf\u00e9s live side by side. A short drive inland leads to majestic <strong>ancient ruins<\/strong> such as Perge and Aspendos, whose remarkably preserved theater still hosts open-air performances under the stars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nature lovers will find adventure, too. The rugged <strong>Taurus Mountains<\/strong> frame the city, offering panoramic hikes, refreshing waterfalls like D\u00fcden and Kur\u015funlu, and thrilling cable-car rides to snow-capped peaks in winter. Whether you crave history, relaxation, or outdoor thrills, Antalya delivers a richly layered experience that keeps visitors returning year after year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Antalya Travel Map 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<iframe src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/u\/0\/embed?mid=1yhyxV1NFSGZoIXWr2tH0AOz6A49fePM&#038;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"740\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. <strong>Kalei\u00e7i (Old Town)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/eski-kent-kaleici-antalya-8898.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30503\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/eski-kent-kaleici-antalya-8898.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/eski-kent-kaleici-antalya-8898-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/eski-kent-kaleici-antalya-8898-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The first image that comes to mind when talking about <strong>Antalya<\/strong> is <strong>Kalei\u00e7i<\/strong>, the city\u2019s historic heart. Wander its cobblestone lanes lined with Ottoman-era wooden-stone mansions, browse souvenir shops, sip coffee at stylish caf\u00e9s, or join boat tours leaving the petite marina for turquoise coves. Must-see landmarks include the <strong>Yivli Minaret<\/strong>, <strong>Broken Minaret<\/strong>, <strong>H\u0131d\u0131rl\u0131k Tower<\/strong>, <strong>Karatay Madrasa<\/strong> and <strong>\u015eehzade Korkut Mosque<\/strong>. Kalei\u00e7i\u2019s bars and boutique hotels make it the city\u2019s most popular tourist quarter.<br><strong>Location Link<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Restaurants here cater heavily to tourists, so prices can be high\u2014always check menus before sitting down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. <strong>Aspendos Ancient City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-tiyatrosu-34372.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30504\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-tiyatrosu-34372.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-tiyatrosu-34372-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-tiyatrosu-34372-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Located 46 km from central <strong>Antalya<\/strong>, the 10th-century BC <strong>Aspendos<\/strong> boasts some of the best-preserved Roman architecture in Anatolia. The 20,000-seat <strong>Aspendos Theatre<\/strong> still hosts classical-music festivals each summer. Explore Roman baths, agoras, aqueducts, an acropolis and hill-top temples.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 547 TL (Museum Pass valid)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer daily 08:30 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter daily 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. <strong>D\u00fcden Waterfalls<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"611\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/duden-selalesi-9540.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30505\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/duden-selalesi-9540.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/duden-selalesi-9540-300x222.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/duden-selalesi-9540-768x569.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Also known as <strong>D\u00fcdenba\u015f\u0131<\/strong>, this twin-tier waterfall lies 10 km north of the city in Kepez. Wooden walkways, terraces, caf\u00e9s and tea gardens make it a summer favorite. After cascading 9 km, the water plunges 40 m off the coastal cliffs into the Mediterranean at <strong>Lower D\u00fcden Falls<\/strong> near Lara\u2014easily admired on boat trips.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. <strong>Kur\u015funlu Waterfall<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kursunlu-selalesi-43773.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30506\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kursunlu-selalesi-43773.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kursunlu-selalesi-43773-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kursunlu-selalesi-43773-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just 22 km from <strong>Antalya<\/strong>, the 18 m-high <strong>Kur\u015funlu Waterfall<\/strong> sits inside a 33-hectare nature park declared in 1991. Seven smaller cascades, emerald pools and rich flora create a fairy-tale setting for hiking and picnics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 50 TL (adult) \/ 30 TL (student)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 09:00 \u2013 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Bring cash to enter and to use the rest-rooms inside the park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. <strong>Olympos Ancient City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/olimpos-antik-kenti-36862.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30507\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/olimpos-antik-kenti-36862.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/olimpos-antik-kenti-36862-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/olimpos-antik-kenti-36862-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Thought to date from the 3rd century BC, <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/who-lived-in-olympos\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"29477\">Olympos<\/a><\/em><\/strong> was one of the largest Lycian ports. Inside <strong>Beyda\u011flar\u0131 National Park<\/strong>, you\u2019ll see Roman-era temples, agora, a Medieval fortress and the ancient harbour. Olympos is 30 km from Kemer; combine your visit with camping or beaches nearby.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 364 TL (Museum Pass valid)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 08:30 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. <strong>Perge Ancient City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-perge-antik-kent-1966.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-perge-antik-kent-1966.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-perge-antik-kent-1966-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-perge-antik-kent-1966-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in Hittite times and known as <strong>Parha<\/strong>, <strong>Perge<\/strong> lies 16 km from Antalya. Marvel at its grid-planned colonnaded streets, 15,000-seat theatre, enormous Roman baths, monumental fountains and agora\u2014some of the finest ruins in Pamphylia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 400 TL (Museum Pass valid)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 08:30 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. <strong>Manavgat Waterfall<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/manavgat-36592.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30509\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/manavgat-36592.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/manavgat-36592-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/manavgat-36592-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>About 76 km east of the city, the 5 m-high, wide <strong>Manavgat Waterfall<\/strong> is famed for foamy, milky-blue water. Stroll the walkways, dine at riverside fish restaurants, or join rafting and canoe trips.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 30 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 08:00 \u2013 19:30<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 08:00 \u2013 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Buses run from the centre; easy public transport access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. <strong>Olympos Cable Car (Tahtal\u0131 Mountain)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/olimpos-teleferik-36855.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/olimpos-teleferik-36855.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/olimpos-teleferik-36855-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/olimpos-teleferik-36855-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>From the base station in Olympos National Park, the <strong>Olympos Teleferik<\/strong> climbs to 2,000 m on <strong>Tahtal\u0131 Mountain<\/strong> in just 10 minutes, revealing matchless sea-and-pine panoramas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Round-Trip Fare:<\/strong> Adult $30 \/ Child (3-11) $21 \/ Under 3 free<br><strong>One-Way Fare:<\/strong> Adult $20 \/ Child $14<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 09:00 \u2013 15:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 09:00 \u2013 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Check the official site for sunrise\/sunset or combo tickets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. <strong>K\u00f6pr\u00fcl\u00fc Canyon<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/koprulu-kanyon-35756.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30511\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/koprulu-kanyon-35756.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/koprulu-kanyon-35756-300x205.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/koprulu-kanyon-35756-768x524.webp 768w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/koprulu-kanyon-35756-220x150.webp 220w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Within K\u00f6pr\u00fcl\u00fc Canyon National Park, 85 km from Antalya, this 14 km canyon with 100 m cliffs lures rafters, hikers and climbers from around the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Always bargain for tour and rafting prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. <strong>Kaputa\u015f Beach<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kaputas-plaji-36591.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30512\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kaputas-plaji-36591.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kaputas-plaji-36591-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kaputas-plaji-36591-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hidden between cliffs near Ka\u015f, <strong>Kaputa\u015f Beach<\/strong> dazzles with turquoise water and golden sand. Reach it via 186 steps or by boat from Antalya Marina. Visit in spring or autumn for fewer crowds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> The stairway may be challenging for families with small children or the elderly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. <strong>Yanarta\u015f (Chimera)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yanartas-29805.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yanartas-29805.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yanartas-29805-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yanartas-29805-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For 2,500 years, natural gas vents on this forested slope near \u00c7\u0131ral\u0131 have produced the \u201ceternal flames\u201d of <strong>Yanarta\u015f<\/strong>\u2014visible day and night at 180 m above sea level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 09:00 \u2013 21:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> A 1 km rocky ascent; bring water and go at dusk in warm seasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. <strong>Karaalio\u011flu Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/karaalioglu-parki-36859.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30514\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/karaalioglu-parki-36859.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/karaalioglu-parki-36859-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/karaalioglu-parki-36859-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Perched atop the famous cliffs, 140,000 m\u00b2 <strong>Karaalio\u011flu Park<\/strong> offers panoramic views of <strong>Konyaalt\u0131 Beach<\/strong> and the <strong>Bey Mountains<\/strong>. Enjoy caf\u00e9s, flower gardens, and scenic terraces in one of Turkey\u2019s oldest urban parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. <strong>Sandland \u2013 Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sandland-36850.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30515\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sandland-36850.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sandland-36850-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sandland-36850-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Set on <strong>Lara Beach<\/strong>, <strong>Sandland<\/strong> is one of the world\u2019s largest open-air sand-sculpture parks. Every year artists use 10,000 tons of river sand to create giant works around a new theme.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> Adult 180 TL \/ Under 12 120 TL \/ Student 120 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 09:00 \u2013 19:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. <strong>Antalya Aquarium<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-aquarium-36851.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30516\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-aquarium-36851.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-aquarium-36851-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-aquarium-36851-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Five minutes\u2019 walk from <strong>Konyaalt\u0131 Beach<\/strong>, the complex houses 40 themed tanks plus a 131 m-long, 3 m-wide tunnel\u2014one of the world\u2019s longest. Enjoy the Snow World indoor snow park, Wild Park reptile house, 3-D cinema and numerous eateries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 425 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 10:00 \u2013 20:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. <strong>H\u0131d\u0131rl\u0131k Tower<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>This 14 m Roman tower (2nd century AD) stands at the southwest corner of Karaalio\u011flu Park, overlooking Kalei\u00e7i Marina. Climb its internal stairs for postcard-worthy harbour views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">16. <strong>Karain Cave<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/karain-magarasi-36864.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30517\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/karain-magarasi-36864.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/karain-magarasi-36864-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/karain-magarasi-36864-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Thirty kilometres north along the Antalya\u2013Burdur road, <strong>Karain Cave<\/strong> ranks among Turkey\u2019s largest natural caverns. Excavations reveal Palaeolithic artifacts and wall engravings. Follow lit walkways to vast stalactites, stalagmites and Roman inscriptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 182 TL (Museum Pass valid)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 08:30 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">17. <strong>Aspendos Ancient Theatre<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-33995.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30518\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-33995.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-33995-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-33995-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Part of the same site yet singled out for its perfection, the <strong>Aspendos Theatre<\/strong> (2nd century AD) seats 20,000 and hosts concerts beneath its superb acoustics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>(Entrance fees &amp; hours identical to item 2 above)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> An audio guide enriches the experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">18. <strong>Antalya Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-muzesi-35474.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30519\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-muzesi-35474.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-muzesi-35474-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-muzesi-35474-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Covering 30,000 m\u00b2 on Konyaalt\u0131 Avenue, the award-winning <strong>Antalya Museum<\/strong> displays thousands of artifacts from Pamphylia and Pisidia across 14 halls and a sculpture-filled garden. Highlights include the Hall of Emperors, Gods Hall and rich mosaic collection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 547 TL (Museum Pass valid)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 08:00 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Audio guides available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">19. <strong>Alanya Castle<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-kalesi-30094.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30520\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-kalesi-30094.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-kalesi-30094-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-kalesi-30094-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This imposing Seljuk fortress crowns a 250 m peninsula above Alanya. Built in the 13th century by Sultan Alaeddin Keykubad, it boasts 6.5 km of walls, 83 towers and 140 bastions. Inside lie the Tophane, palace ruins, S\u00fcleymaniye Mosque and Ottoman houses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 437 TL (Museum Pass valid)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 08:30 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Audio guides available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">20. <strong>Sapadere Canyon<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sapadere-kanyonu-30045.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30521\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sapadere-kanyonu-30045.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sapadere-kanyonu-30045-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sapadere-kanyonu-30045-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With 400 m cliffs, wooden walkways and crystalline pools, <strong>Sapadere Canyon<\/strong> offers hiking, zip-lining and alabal\u0131k (trout) restaurants amid endemic flora. Visit trout farms or plunge into ice-cold pools fed by snow-melt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 30 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 08:00 \u2013 19:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">21. <strong>Lycian Way <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/likya-yolu-29645.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30524\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/likya-yolu-29645.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/likya-yolu-29645-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/likya-yolu-29645-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Stretching <strong>535 km<\/strong> from the <strong>Toros Mountains<\/strong> near Antalya to Fethiye, the <strong>Lycian Way<\/strong> is ranked among the world\u2019s <strong>top ten hiking trails<\/strong>. It threads through ancient cities such as Patara, Xanthos and Letoon, and rewards walkers with dazzling sea-and-mountain vistas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Wear long trousers to avoid scratches, and pack plenty of water and snacks\u2014there are no shops along most sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">22. <strong>Antalya Toy Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-oyuncak-muzesi-35473.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30525\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-oyuncak-muzesi-35473.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-oyuncak-muzesi-35473-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-oyuncak-muzesi-35473-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Opened on 23 April 2011 (National Sovereignty &amp; Children\u2019s Day), the <strong>Antalya Toy Museum<\/strong> displays over <strong>3,000 toys<\/strong> that delight kids and nostalgic adults alike. Expect Smurfs, Popeye, Lucky Luke and the Turkish folk hero Kelo\u011flan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> Free<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Closed Mon; Tue\u2013Sun 09:30 \u2013 18:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">23. <strong>Damlata\u015f Cave<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/damlatas-23136.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30526\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/damlatas-23136.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/damlatas-23136-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/damlatas-23136-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Turkey\u2019s first show cave lies behind Damlata\u015f Beach at the foot of <strong>Alanya Castle<\/strong>. Well-lit walkways lead past 15,000-year-old stalactites and stalagmites; the humid air is reputed to ease asthma.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 100 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer daily 10:00 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter daily 10:00 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Although lighting is good, bring a torch for extra visibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">24. <strong>Phaselis Ancient City &amp; Bay<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/phaselis-antik-kenti-29627.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30527\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/phaselis-antik-kenti-29627.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/phaselis-antik-kenti-29627-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/phaselis-antik-kenti-29627-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Founded in the 7th century BC, <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/phaselis-ancient-city\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"28100\">Phaselis<\/a><\/em><\/strong> boasts three harbours, a vast Roman theatre, aqueducts and agora\u2014plus a pine-fringed <strong>Phaselis Cove<\/strong> perfect for swimming.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 364 TL (Museum Pass valid) \u2013 free for Turkish citizens aged 0-18 &amp; foreigners 0-8<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 08:30 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">25. <strong>Konyaalt\u0131 Beach<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/konyaalti-test-img-32084.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30528\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/konyaalti-test-img-32084.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/konyaalti-test-img-32084-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/konyaalti-test-img-32084-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Seven kilometres of <strong>Blue-Flag<\/strong> shoreline stretch between Konyaalt\u0131 Varyant and Antalya Harbour. The fine-pebble beach offers sun-beds, caf\u00e9s, walking\/bike lanes and watersports such as kayaking and kite-surfing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> The seabed shelves quickly\u2014non-swimmers and young children should take care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">26. <strong>\u00dc\u00e7a\u011f\u0131z Village<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ucagiz-koyu-kas-35073.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30529\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ucagiz-koyu-kas-35073.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ucagiz-koyu-kas-35073-300x221.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ucagiz-koyu-kas-35073-768x566.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A protected archaeological zone nestled between <strong>Kekova Island<\/strong> and <strong>Kalek\u00f6y (Simena)<\/strong>, sleepy <strong>\u00dc\u00e7a\u011f\u0131z<\/strong> charms visitors with waterfront fish taverns, century-old houses and ancient Lycian ruins dotting the shoreline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">27. <strong>K\u0131z\u0131l Kule (Red Tower)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kizil-kule-1088.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30530\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kizil-kule-1088.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kizil-kule-1088-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kizil-kule-1088-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Erected in 1226 by Sultan Alaeddin Keykubad, Alanya\u2019s <strong>33 m<\/strong>-high <strong>Red Tower<\/strong> guards the harbour with classic Seljuk design. Its first floor houses the Alanya Ethnography Museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Climb 85 steps to the roof for superb bay panoramas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">28. <strong>Kleopatra Beach<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kleopatra-plaji-alanya-33886-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30531\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kleopatra-plaji-alanya-33886-1.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kleopatra-plaji-alanya-33886-1-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/kleopatra-plaji-alanya-33886-1-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Legend says Cleopatra once swam here; today the <strong>2 km Blue-Flag<\/strong> strand remains Alanya\u2019s star attraction, with golden sand and crystal water. Entry is free; sun-beds and umbrellas cost extra.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Spring and autumn offer quieter conditions\u2014ideal for flights and hotels at better prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">29. <strong>Termessos Ancient City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/termessos-22811.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30532\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/termessos-22811.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/termessos-22811-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/termessos-22811-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Perched at <strong>1,150 m<\/strong> in G\u00fcll\u00fck Mountain National Park, <strong>Termessos<\/strong> recalls Inca citadels with a cliff-top theatre, temples and walls.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 110 TL (Museum Pass valid)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 08:00 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Avoid slippery white stones\u2014merely polished limestone that can be as slick as marble.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">30. <strong>Taz\u0131 Canyon<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/tazi-kanyonu-36852.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30533\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/tazi-kanyonu-36852.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/tazi-kanyonu-36852-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/tazi-kanyonu-36852-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Within K\u00f6pr\u00fcl\u00fc Canyon National Park, <strong>Taz\u0131 Canyon<\/strong> boasts 200\u2013400 m cliffs dubbed \u201cWisdom Valley\u201d in antiquity. Spot mountain goats, lynx and golden eagles while trekking its vertiginous trails.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">31. <strong>Hadrian\u2019s Gate<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hadrianus-kapisi-36853.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hadrianus-kapisi-36853.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hadrianus-kapisi-36853-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/hadrianus-kapisi-36853-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in AD 130 to honour Emperor <strong>Hadrian<\/strong>, the three-arched <strong>marble gate<\/strong> now marks the grand entrance to Kalei\u00e7i\u2019s old lanes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">32. <strong>Geyikbay\u0131r\u0131<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Just 26 km west of Antalya, <strong>Geyikbay\u0131r\u0131<\/strong> offers cool mountain air, picnic spots, rock-climbing cliffs and rustic yayla (high-plateau) houses amid cedar and pine forests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">33. <strong>G\u00f6yn\u00fck Canyon<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Goynuk-Kanyonu-Nerede-Nasil-Gidilir-Giris-ucreti-2024-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-27744\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Goynuk-Kanyonu-Nerede-Nasil-Gidilir-Giris-ucreti-2024-3.jpg 800w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Goynuk-Kanyonu-Nerede-Nasil-Gidilir-Giris-ucreti-2024-3-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Goynuk-Kanyonu-Nerede-Nasil-Gidilir-Giris-ucreti-2024-3-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This 4.5 km gorge near Kemer blends trekking paths, zip-lines, paintball and swimming holes of ice-cold spring water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 180 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 08:00 \u2013 19:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> From Antalya, take the Kemer bus and walk 45 min from <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/goynuk-canyon\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"27739\">G\u00f6yn\u00fck<\/a><\/em><\/strong> stop. Caf\u00e9 prices can be high\u2014check before ordering. Haggle for zip-line or boat tours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">34. <strong>Patara Beach<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/patara-plaji-33147.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30537\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/patara-plaji-33147.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/patara-plaji-33147-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/patara-plaji-33147-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Eighteen kilometres of powder-white sand rank <strong>Patara<\/strong> among the world\u2019s finest beaches\u2014and a vital <strong>Caretta caretta<\/strong> turtle nesting site. Watch flaming sunsets from the dunes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">35. <strong>Selfie Park Antalya<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Europe\u2019s largest and Antalya\u2019s only <strong>Selfie Museum<\/strong> features 50+ bright themed rooms perfect for Instagram.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> Adult 300 TL \/ Student-Child 250 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 10:00 \u2013 20:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Online tickets are 10 % cheaper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">36. <strong>Dokuma Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Once a 1950s cotton mill, <strong>Dokuma Park<\/strong> is now Antalya\u2019s biggest urban green space: flower gardens, bike paths, a toy museum, craft bazaar, picnic lawns and open-air cinema nights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> Free<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Closed Mon; Tue\u2013Sun 09:30 \u2013 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">37. <strong>Patara Ancient City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/patara-ancient-city-33149-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30536\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/patara-ancient-city-33149-1.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/patara-ancient-city-33149-1-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/patara-ancient-city-33149-1-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Capital of the Lycian League, <strong>Patara<\/strong> houses a Corinthian temple, Vespasian Baths, columned streets and the re-excavated parliament building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 547 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 08:00 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> In summer, arrive early morning or late afternoon to beat the heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">38. <strong>Dipsiz Lake<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>At 1,702 m on the Antalya\u2013Konya road, <strong>Dipsiz G\u00f6l<\/strong> (\u201cBottomless Lake\u201d) dazzles photographers with alpine flowers and 72 m depth. Try trout fishing or boat rides in fresh mountain air.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">39. <strong>Terracity Shopping Mall (AVM)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Convenient to both downtown and Lara\/Kundu resorts, <strong>Terracity AVM<\/strong> hosts global brands, restaurants and frequent fashion shows or concerts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 10:00 \u2013 22:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">40. <strong>Yivli Minaret (Fluted Minaret)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yivli-minare-36856.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yivli-minare-36856.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yivli-minare-36856-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/yivli-minare-36856-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A 13th-century <strong>Seljuk icon<\/strong> built by Sultan Alaeddin Keykubad, the 38 m-high <strong>Yivli Minaret<\/strong> rises at Kalei\u00e7i\u2019s gateway. Climb its 90-step stair for sweeping views of <strong>Antalya<\/strong> and the Mediterranean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">41. <strong>Glass Pyramid Exhibition &amp; Convention Center (Cam Piramid)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cam-piramit-36857.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cam-piramit-36857.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cam-piramit-36857-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/cam-piramit-36857-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Just a 10-minute walk from <strong>Konyaalt\u0131 Beach<\/strong>, the all-glass <strong>Glass Pyramid<\/strong> hosts major fairs, concerts, film-festival galas and the Antalya Book Fair. Set inside <strong>Falez Park<\/strong>, it is ringed by cycle paths, lawns and ornamental pools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">42. <strong>Top\u00e7am Recreation Area<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/topcam-36858.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30540\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/topcam-36858.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/topcam-36858-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/topcam-36858-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Half-way between Antalya and Kemer (14 km from downtown), <strong>Top\u00e7am<\/strong> combines a pebbly <strong>Top\u00e7am Beach<\/strong>, cliff-top picnic grottos and forest campsites. Visit in spring or autumn for quieter cliff-view strolls and photos from the red-rock headlands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">43. <strong>Sazak Bay (Balay\u0131 Koyu)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sazak-koyu-36507.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30541\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sazak-koyu-36507.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sazak-koyu-36507-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/sazak-koyu-36507-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Framed by Adrasan pines and steep cliffs, small yet stunning <strong>Sazak Bay<\/strong>\u2014also called <strong>Honeymoon Bay<\/strong>\u2014is a top stop for diving and boat tours. Snorkel with <strong>sea turtles<\/strong>, colorful fish and octopus in crystal-clear water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">44. <strong>Tahtal\u0131 Mountain (Olympos)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/tahtali-dagi-36542.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/tahtali-dagi-36542.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/tahtali-dagi-36542-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/tahtali-dagi-36542-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Rising 2,375 m, <strong>Tahtal\u0131 Mountain<\/strong> tempts hikers, climbers, campers and paragliders with Alpine-cool air even in midsummer. Reach the summit via the <strong>Olympos Cable Car<\/strong> (see item 8) or trek a section of the <strong>Lycian Way<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">45. <strong>Genoese Bay <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ceneviz-koyu-35190.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30543\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ceneviz-koyu-35190.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ceneviz-koyu-35190-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ceneviz-koyu-35190-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Inside <strong>Beyda\u011flar\u0131 National Park<\/strong>, protected <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/porto-genoese-bay\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"400\">Genoese Bay<\/a><\/em><\/strong> fascinates with turquoise water, medicinal black mud and resident <strong>Mediterranean monk seals<\/strong> and <strong>Caretta caretta<\/strong> turtles. Great for wild camping and underwater photography.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">46. <strong>Sakl\u0131kent Ski Resort<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/saklikent-35581.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30544\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/saklikent-35581.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/saklikent-35581-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/saklikent-35581-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>An hour\u2019s drive from the coast, <strong>Sakl\u0131kent<\/strong> offers <strong>4 km<\/strong> of pistes (snow depth 1\u20134 m) plus snow-board and sled runs. In shoulder seasons you can ski in the morning and swim in the Mediterranean by afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">47. <strong>U\u00e7ansu Waterfall<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ucansu-selalesi-26371.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30545\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ucansu-selalesi-26371.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ucansu-selalesi-26371-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/ucansu-selalesi-26371-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Set 57 km from Antalya in Ak\u00e7ap\u0131nar village, the <strong>U\u00e7ansu Falls<\/strong> tumble through rocky walls at 400 m elevation, forming icy pools ideal for a swim on the hottest days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tip:<\/strong> Renting a car makes the trip easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">48. <strong>G\u00fcver Cliff <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Within D\u00fczler\u00e7am\u0131 National Park, the 115 m-deep <strong>G\u00fcver Canyon<\/strong> reveals 2 km of wind-carved rock and a blue stream suitable for summer canoeing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">49. <strong>Aspendos Ancient Theatre<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-33995-1.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30546\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-33995-1.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-33995-1-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/aspendos-33995-1-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The magnificent <strong>20,000-seat theatre<\/strong> (see item 17) merits its own entry as one of the <strong>world\u2019s best-preserved Roman venues<\/strong>\u2014still used for operas and ballets under open skies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">50. <strong>Dim Cave <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dim-magarasi-36860.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30547\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dim-magarasi-36860.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dim-magarasi-36860-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/dim-magarasi-36860-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Eleven kilometres east of Alanya at 232 m altitude, <strong>Dim Cave<\/strong> features four chambers, illuminated walkways, giant formations and a tranquil underground lake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 200 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 09:00 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 09:00 \u2013 17:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Bring a light jacket\u2014temperatures stay cool year-round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">51. <strong>Blue Cave <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mavi-magara-kas-35066.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30548\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mavi-magara-kas-35066.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mavi-magara-kas-35066-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mavi-magara-kas-35066-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Between Ka\u015f and Kalkan, the <strong>Blue Cave<\/strong> glows with phosphorescent light streaming through underwater crevices. Night swims and snorkel or scuba dives reveal the neon-blue spectacle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">52. <strong>Simena (Kalek\u00f6y)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"534\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/simena-36861.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30549\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/simena-36861.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/simena-36861-300x194.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/simena-36861-768x497.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Overlooking <strong>Kekova Bay<\/strong>, half-island <strong>Simena<\/strong> enchants with the <strong>Byzantine-era Simena Castle<\/strong>, seaside Lycian sarcophagi and car-free lanes lined with stone houses and seafood caf\u00e9s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Arrive by daily boat tour from Ka\u015f or by minibus plus footpath.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">53. <strong>Mermerli Beach<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mermerli-plaji-35472.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mermerli-plaji-35472.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mermerli-plaji-35472-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/mermerli-plaji-35472-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nestled below Kalei\u00e7i\u2019s cliffs opposite the marina, pocket-sized <strong>Mermerli Beach<\/strong> offers clear waters, wooden sun decks and a clifftop restaurant\u2014a rare chance to swim right in the old town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">54. <strong>Side Ancient City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/side-muzesi-36868.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30551\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/side-muzesi-36868.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/side-muzesi-36868-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/side-muzesi-36868-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In the heart of modern Side, stroll marble streets past the <strong>Temple of Apollo<\/strong>, theatre ruins and half-submerged harborside columns\u2014especially photogenic at sunset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> Free<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 08:30 \u2013 19:30<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">55. <strong>Karatay Madrasa<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Built 1250 by Celaleddin Karatay, this <strong>Seljuk madrasa<\/strong> in Kalei\u00e7i showcases ornate stone carvings, a fluted minaret and an imposing \u1e63eljuk-style portal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Closed Sun; Mon\u2013Sat 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Collect the free info booklet and city map at the entrance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">56. <strong>Dwarfs Cave (C\u00fcceler Ma\u011faras\u0131)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>On Sapadere Canyon\u2019s slopes, the six-chamber <strong>C\u00fcceler Cave<\/strong> dazzles with colourful stalactites and well-lit pathways descending to the cavern floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 60 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 08:30 \u2013 18:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">57. <strong>Antalya Atat\u00fcrk House &amp; Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-ataturk-evi-ve-muzesi-36866.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30552\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-ataturk-evi-ve-muzesi-36866.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-ataturk-evi-ve-muzesi-36866-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-ataturk-evi-ve-muzesi-36866-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In a restored Ottoman mansion on Atat\u00fcrk Avenue, the <strong>Atat\u00fcrk House Museum<\/strong> displays the Great Leader\u2019s bedroom, personal items and period photos from his 1930 visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> Free<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">58. <strong>St Nicholas Church <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/noel-baba-kilisesi-36867.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30553\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/noel-baba-kilisesi-36867.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/noel-baba-kilisesi-36867-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/noel-baba-kilisesi-36867-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pilgrims flock to Demre\u2019s 4th-century <strong>St Nicholas Church<\/strong>, built to honor the real <strong>Santa Claus<\/strong>\u2014Bishop Nikolaos\u2014renowned for charity to children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 600 TL (Museum Pass valid)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 08:00 \u2013 17:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">59. <strong>Myra Ancient City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"551\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/myra-antik-kent-29671.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30554\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/myra-antik-kent-29671.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/myra-antik-kent-29671-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/myra-antik-kent-29671-768x513.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Climb above Demre to see <strong>cliff-cut Lycian tombs<\/strong>, a grand Roman theatre and the legacy of St Nicholas\u2019s bishopric in <strong>Myra<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 474 TL (Museum Pass valid)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong><br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Summer 08:00 \u2013 19:00<br>&nbsp;&nbsp;\u2022 Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">60. <strong>Phosphorescent Cave <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Accessible only by boat, the <strong>Phosphorescent Cave<\/strong> near Alanya shimmers with natural neon as sunlight refracts through submerged openings\u2014ideal for night swims or photo cruises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">61. <strong>Side Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Housed in a restored <strong>Roman bath<\/strong> beside the ancient theatre, <strong>Side Museum<\/strong> exhibits mosaics, sarcophagi and the celebrated <strong>Three Graces<\/strong> statue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> M\u00fcze Pass free \/ 620 TL without pass<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Summer 08:30 \u2013 19:30 | Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">62. <strong>Alabal\u0131k Valley<\/strong> (Trout Valley)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Twenty-five kilometres from Manavgat, this lush <strong>river valley<\/strong> is lined with trout farms and waterside restaurants where you can savour freshly-grilled fish, join boat tours or try angling.<br><strong>Location Link<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">63. <strong>\u0130ncekum Beach<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/incekum-plaji-36717.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30555\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/incekum-plaji-36717.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/incekum-plaji-36717-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/incekum-plaji-36717-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Named for its 1 km ribbon of <strong>fine golden sand<\/strong>, <strong>\u0130ncekum<\/strong> in Avsallar offers shallow turquoise water, beachfront caf\u00e9s and water-sports centres\u2014hugely popular in high summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">64. <strong>Beyda\u011flar\u0131 Coastal National Park<\/strong> (Olympos NP)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/beydaglari-35782.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/beydaglari-35782.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/beydaglari-35782-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/beydaglari-35782-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Stretching 69,000 ha from Sar\u0131su to Tekirova, the park shelters over <strong>700 plant species<\/strong> and wildlife such as golden eagles and wild goats. Walk coastal pine trails to <strong>Olympos<\/strong>, <strong>Phaselis<\/strong> and secret coves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Open 24 hours.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">65. <strong>Antalya Zoo &amp; Nature Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Award-winning enclosures house deer, zebras, big cats and more; children enjoy educational programmes in this 1989-established zoo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> Vehicle 30 TL | Adult 10 TL | Student 4 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Tue\u2013Sun 09:00 \u2013 19:00 (closed Mon)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">66. <strong>Selge Ancient City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/selge-antik-kenti-29956.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30557\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/selge-antik-kenti-29956.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/selge-antik-kenti-29956-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/selge-antik-kenti-29956-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Inside <strong>K\u00f6pr\u00fcl\u00fc Canyon NP<\/strong>, hill-top <strong>Selge<\/strong> boasts an 8,000-seat theatre, agora and terrace farming system\u2014all accessed via intact <strong>Roman bridges<\/strong> spanning the K\u00f6pr\u00fc\u00e7ay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">67. <strong>Antalya Clock Tower<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-saat-kulesi-36869.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30558\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-saat-kulesi-36869.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-saat-kulesi-36869-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/antalya-saat-kulesi-36869-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Built in 1901 for Sultan Abd\u00fclhamid II, the <strong>14 m<\/strong>-high <strong>Saat Kulesi<\/strong> stands at Kale Kap\u0131s\u0131, marking the gateway to Kalei\u00e7i\u2019s shopping streets and tram line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">68. <strong>Termessos \u2013 G\u00fcll\u00fck Mountain National Park<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/termessos-36870.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30559\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/termessos-36870.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/termessos-36870-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/termessos-36870-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the cliff-top ruins (see item 29), the wider park protects cedar forests, eagles and the endangered <strong>Anatolian chamois<\/strong>.<br><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 60 TL \/ Discount 30 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 08:00 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">69. <strong>Temple of Apollo, Side<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Only three giant columns remain of this <strong>2nd-century AD<\/strong> sanctuary to <strong>Apollo<\/strong>, yet they frame one of Turkey\u2019s most iconic sunset vistas on Side\u2019s promontory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">70. <strong>Xanthos Ancient City<\/strong> <em>(UNESCO)<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/xanthos-antik-kenti-35079.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/xanthos-antik-kenti-35079.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/xanthos-antik-kenti-35079-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/xanthos-antik-kenti-35079-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Former capital of the <strong>Lycian League<\/strong>, <strong>Xanthos<\/strong> features a vast theatre, pillar tombs and acropolis on twin hills above the E\u015fen River.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 109 TL (M\u00fcze Pass valid)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Summer 08:00 \u2013 19:00 | Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">71. <strong>F\u0131rnaz Cove<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Four kilometres from Kalkan, this intimate cove seduces yacht passengers with <strong>turquoise water<\/strong>, abundant fish and skin-soothing <strong>mud baths<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">72. <strong>Aqualand Antalya<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Thrill on countless slides, wave pools and tubing rivers at the city\u2019s largest <strong>water-park<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> Adult 1,330 TL | Child 1,064 TL <em>(prices vary by time-slot; check online for packages)<\/em><br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 10:00 \u2013 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">73. <strong>Murat Pa\u015fa Mosque<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/murat-pasa-camii-36871.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/murat-pasa-camii-36871.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/murat-pasa-camii-36871-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/murat-pasa-camii-36871-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Erected in 1570 by Grand Vizier <strong>Kuyucu Murat Pa\u015fa<\/strong>, this Ottoman-Seljuk hybrid mosque dazzles with calligraphy panels and a peaceful plane-tree courtyard steps from Kalei\u00e7i.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">74. <strong>Alara Castle<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alara-kalesi-30921.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30562\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alara-kalesi-30921.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alara-kalesi-30921-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alara-kalesi-30921-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Perched on a sheer rock 37 km from Alanya, <strong>Alara Kalesi<\/strong> (AD 1232) once guarded Silk-Road caravans and still commands sweeping river and mountain views.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">75. <strong>Lovers\u2019 Cave<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-asiklar-magarasi-1221.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30565\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-asiklar-magarasi-1221.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-asiklar-magarasi-1221-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-asiklar-magarasi-1221-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Accessible by climbing coastal rocks or via boat, this <strong>75 m<\/strong> grotto allegedly hid pirate treasure. Adventurous visitors leap 15 m into the azure sea below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">76. <strong>Arykanda Ancient City<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/arykanda-antik-kenti-30105.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/arykanda-antik-kenti-30105.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/arykanda-antik-kenti-30105-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/arykanda-antik-kenti-30105-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Nicknamed the \u201cEphesus of the Mountains,\u201d <strong>Arykanda<\/strong> (near Finike) reveals a 20-row theatre, stadium, bouleuterion and terraces overlooking a pine-clad valley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">77. <strong>Paris Wreck<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>One of the world\u2019s <strong>top 100 dive sites<\/strong>, the 1917 French cargo ship lies at 21\u201331 m depth, just 1.5 km off Kemer Marina\u2014home to moray eels, grouper and soft corals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">78. <strong>Alanya Archaeological Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-arkeoloji-muzesi-36872.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30564\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-arkeoloji-muzesi-36872.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-arkeoloji-muzesi-36872-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alanya-arkeoloji-muzesi-36872-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Displays range from a <strong>Bronze-Age Phoenician inscription<\/strong> to Roman statues, Seljuk weapons and Ottoman carpets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> 152 TL (M\u00fcze Pass valid)<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Summer 08:30 \u2013 19:00 | Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">79. <strong>Antalya City Forest<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Panoramic terraces, adventure park (zip-line, paintball, horse-riding) and shady pine trails make this Kepez hilltop park a family favourite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Free entry; 10 min by taxi or bus from the centre.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">80. <strong>Suna &amp; \u0130nan K\u0131ra\u00e7 Kalei\u00e7i Museum<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"825\" height=\"620\" src=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/suna-ve-inan-kirac-kaleici-muzesi-36873.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30566\" srcset=\"https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/suna-ve-inan-kirac-kaleici-muzesi-36873.webp 825w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/suna-ve-inan-kirac-kaleici-muzesi-36873-300x225.webp 300w, https:\/\/olimposlu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/suna-ve-inan-kirac-kaleici-muzesi-36873-768x577.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 825px) 100vw, 825px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Two restored Ottoman houses and the adjacent <strong>Aya Yorgi Church<\/strong> recreate 19th-century Antalya life with costumes, furnishings and dioramas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Closed Mon; Tue\u2013Sun 09:00 \u2013 18:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">81. <strong>Side Underwater Museum<\/strong> (Side Sualt\u0131 M\u00fczesi)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Turkey\u2019s <strong>only underwater museum<\/strong> (and the world\u2019s second-largest) opened in 2015 just off Side. <strong>177 life-size sculptures<\/strong> lie at depths of 5-25 m, visited on guided scuba dives amid colorful marine life.<strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 08:30 \u2013 17:30 (via licensed dive boats)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">82. <strong>Sillyon Ancient City<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Eighteen kilometres from Antalya between <strong>Perge<\/strong> and <strong>Aspendos<\/strong>, hill-top <strong>Sillyon<\/strong> offers sweeping views, an 8,000-seat Hellenistic theatre, agora remnants and Byzantine fortifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">83. <strong>Soura Ancient City<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Six kilometres from <strong>Demre<\/strong>, little-visited <strong>Soura<\/strong> was famed as an <strong>oracle of Apollo<\/strong>. Walk the acropolis and scattered rock-cut tombs, then detour to nearby <strong>Trabenda<\/strong> ruins for a full day of off-the-beaten-path exploration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">84. <strong>Oymap\u0131nar Lake<\/strong> (Oymap\u0131nar Baraj\u0131)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Created by the Manavgat Dam, this jade-green <strong>reservoir<\/strong> is ideal for boat cruises, kayaking and lakeside picnics surrounded by forested cliffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">85. <strong>Alt\u0131nbe\u015fik Cave National Park<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Home to Turkey\u2019s <strong>largest underground lake<\/strong> (and the world\u2019s third-largest). Board a small boat to glide beneath 40 m-high dripstone curtains.<strong>Entrance Fees:<\/strong> Vehicle 150 TL | Motorcycle 100 TL | Minibus 300 TL \u2013 Boat tour 250 TL<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 09:30 \u2013 16:30<br><strong>Author Note:<\/strong> Visit in spring when the lake is full; summer water levels drop.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">86. <strong>Rhodiapolis Ancient City<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Overlooking <strong>Kumluca<\/strong>, <strong>Rhodiapolis<\/strong> is best known for the Opramoas Monument\u2014bearing Anatolia\u2019s <strong>longest Greek inscription<\/strong>\u2014plus a stadium, baths and terraced agora.<strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Daily 09:00 \u2013 17:00<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">87. <strong>Elmal\u0131 Museum<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Set in the old Government House, the <strong>Elmal\u0131 Museum<\/strong> showcases Neolithic tools, Karata\u015f\u2013Semay\u00fck burials, and the famous <strong>Elmal\u0131 Treasure<\/strong> of silver coins.<strong>Entrance Fee:<\/strong> Free<br><strong>Opening Hours:<\/strong> Summer 08:30 \u2013 19:00 | Winter 08:30 \u2013 17:30<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">88. <strong>Alanya<\/strong> (Resort Town)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A vibrant district <strong>133 km east of Antalya<\/strong>, celebrated for <strong>Kleopatra Beach<\/strong>, buzzing nightlife and landmarks such as <strong>Alanya Castle<\/strong>, <strong>Red Tower<\/strong> and <strong>Damlata\u015f Cave<\/strong>. Dive in turquoise coves, join pirate-themed boat trips or shop the lively bazaar by day.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">89. <strong>Kemer<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Fringed by pine-clad mountains and a <strong>Blue-Flag coastline<\/strong>, <strong>Kemer<\/strong> mixes five-star resorts with yacht marinas. Don\u2019t miss <strong>Moonlight Beach<\/strong>, G\u00f6yn\u00fck Canyon excursions and <strong>Olympos Teleferik<\/strong> rides.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">90. <strong>Ka\u015f<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Bohemian <strong>Ka\u015f<\/strong> charms with whitewashed lanes, boutique hotels on \u00c7ukurba\u011f Peninsula, world-class wreck diving, and sunset drinks above the <strong>Lycian rock tombs<\/strong>.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">91. <strong>Belek<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Turkey\u2019s <strong>golf capital<\/strong> features 17 km of Blue-Flag sand, championship courses, luxury all-inclusive resorts and family attractions such as The Land of Legends theme park.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">92. <strong>Kalkan<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A quieter alternative near Ka\u015f: stone townhouses tumble to a yacht-filled bay edged by beach clubs. Sail to <strong>Kaputa\u015f<\/strong> or enjoy fine dining on rooftops with Aegean views.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">93. <strong>Adrasan<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A 2 km crescent of soft sand backed by orange groves and Musa Mountain. Perfect for camping, eco-bungalows, and boat trips to <strong>Sazak<\/strong> and <strong>Ceneviz<\/strong> coves.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">94. <strong>Demre<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A laid-back coastal town famous for <strong>St Nicholas Church<\/strong> (Santa Claus) and the cliff-hewn tombs of <strong>Myra Ancient City<\/strong>. The clear bay is ideal for kayaking and fishing.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">95. <strong>Olympos<\/strong> (Village &amp; Beach)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Beloved by backpackers for tree-house hostels, rustic bars and the sandy river-mouth beach beneath <strong>Olympos Ancient City<\/strong> ruins. Night skies are star-bright\u2014no artificial lighting allowed.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">96. <strong>Kekova \u2013 Sunken City<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a glass-bottom or kayak tour over the partially submerged Lycian port\u2014earthquakes in AD 100 left streets, walls and staircases <strong>visible under water<\/strong>. Swim at Tersane Bay nearby.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">97. <strong>Tekirova<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A 3.5 km <strong>Blue-Flag<\/strong> shore lined with upscale resorts, plus easy boat access to <strong>Three Islands<\/strong> (\u00dc\u00e7 Adalar) dive sites and the sacred flames of <strong>Yanarta\u015f<\/strong>.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">98. <strong>\u00c7\u0131ral\u0131<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A protected zone where <strong>Caretta caretta<\/strong> turtles nest. 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From the golden sands of Konyaalt\u0131 and Lara to the vibrant marina of Kalei\u00e7i, every shoreline along Turkey\u2019s turquoise coast invites you to swim, sail, or simply bask beneath clear blue skies. 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