Top 20 Things To Do In Antalya.

Antalya is known as the capital of the Turkish Riviera. Antalya is a real tourist center, many people come to Antalya just for the beaches and the fun but the city has lots more to offer; shops, disco's, pubs, scuba diving, sailing, hiking, skiing, hunting, surfing, ballooning, paragliding, rafting, mountain climbing, golf resorts, numerous beaches, many restaurants and cafes, the museums, the waterfalls, ancient cities, traditional Turkish cuisine, the theaters, the festivals and concerts, the excursions, the mosques, the national parks and many other tourist attractions. The greatest attraction of Antalya is its pretty natural beauty.
Here are the best 20 things to do and see in Antalya;

















1. Aspendos
One of the largest and best preserved Roman amphitheaters in Turkey.Every summer music concerts and festivals are being hold in the theater with a capasity of over 15000 people.

2. Kaleici
Kaleici is the hearth of Antalya also known as Old Antalya. Kaleiçi is a protected district with its massive stone walls, narrow streets and picturesque old houses.

3. Myra
It is also known as Demre and as the place where Santa Claus has lived for many years. Myra ancient city is situated in between Finike and Kas. Myra is a real cultural herritage with its rock houses, the ruins, the Roman theaters and the church. You should not pass this place.

4. Termessos
Termessos is an unrestored ancient city, it is situated in Güllük Dagi National Park. The ancient theaters and temples, the Gymnasium and Baths, historic gates, you don't want to miss this site if you interested in archeology.

5. Patara Beach
The longest beach in the Mediterranean Area, rated as one of the best beaches in the world by Sunday Times.

6. Perge
One of the most popular ruins in Turkey.


7. Karain Cave
This prehistoric cave is the largest cave and the oldest human settlement in Turkey. You can see the stone and bone tools of the people, the fossils of hippopotamus bones and shells of invertebrate from Paleolithic Age in the Karain Museum.

8. Antalya Archaeological Museum
Antalya Archaeological Museum is an award winning museum and one of the most famous archaeology museums in the world.

9. Konyaalti Beach
Konyaalti Beach is situated in the hearth of Antalya with 7 km long sand and shingle shore.

10. Manavgat Waterfalls
The Manavgat Waterfalls has a nice cool temperature which gives you some time to relax. There are many gift shops, tea gardens, cafes and restaurants makes the waterfall a cool resting spot.

11. Yivli Minaret Mosque
One of the symbols of Antalya. It was built by the Seljuk sultan Alaeddin Keykubat in the 13th century.

12. Duden Waterfalls
One of the most popular sightseeing in Antalya. You can join to excursions to see this natural beauty.

13. Kursunlu Waterfalls
Kursunlu Waterfalls is situated in the middle of the Pine Forest. There are many small lakes with fish and ducks. You can eat your lunch in a great restaurant with the landscape of natural beauty.



14. Lara Beach
One of the longest beaches in Turkey, its famous for the best beach attractions.

15. Koprulu Canyon
One of the best National Parks in Turkey. Koprulu Canyon features rafting, hiking, the Temple of Zeus or you can explore the ancient Roman theater.

16. Phaselis
It an important trade and the port city. This ancient city has very important historical structures.

17. Saklikent
One of the most beautiful hidden paradise of Antalya. Its famous for its winter and outdoor activities, you can have picnics in a beautiful landscape in summer.

18. Side
Side is one of the most popular classical sites in Turkey. This ancient harbour became a pretty resort town with its ancient ruins, two sandy beaches, numerous shops and extensive tourist attractions. You can visit the Agora, the Temple of Apollo and the Necropolis. Side is really worth visiting.

19. Tekeli Mehmet Pasa Mosque
One of the most important Ottoman mosques in Antalya. It is situated behind Clock Tower by the entrance of Antalya’s Kaleici.

20. Hadrian's Gate
Hadrian's Gate which is also known as Three Gates is one of the most amazing area in the ancient Pamphylia region.