Things to do in  Antalya

Antalya is the gateway to Turkey’s Turquoise Coast, and famous for its beautiful Blue Flag beaches, atmospheric Old Town (Kaleiçi), and nearby Düden Waterfalls. The city is also a popular starting point for tours to the ancient ruins of Aspendos Theater, Termessos, and Perge.

Plan a minimum of three days to allow enough time for all the things to do in Antalya including exploring the Old Town (Kaleiçi), enjoying the beaches and nightlife, and taking a boat trip along the coast. With a week or more, you can also include day trips to Duden Waterfalls and the ancient ruins of Aspendos, Termessos, and Perge.

Yes, Antalya has some of the best nightlife along Turkey’s Turquoise Coast. Head into the Old Town (Kaleiçi) to hop between bars, pubs, and live music venues, party into the early hours at one of the beachfront nightclubs, or attend a spectacular night opera at Aspendos Theater.

The Old Town of Kaleiçi is Antalya’s historic heart and most atmospheric district, and many visitors opt to stay here or around the Old Port. To the west, the beachfront district of Konyaalti is lined with resorts and fringed by the Taurus Mountains, while Lara Beach to the west is a family favorite.

Antalya’s beaches are ideal for swimming and water sports, but you can also take a boat cruise from the Old Port, enjoy snorkeling and scuba diving along the coast, or go quad biking in the Taurus Mountains. Day trips to the Düden Waterfalls and ancient Aspendos and Termessos are also popular.

If you want beautiful urban beaches, ancient ruins within easy reach, and a buzzing nightlife, Antalya is the better choice. However, Bodrum can be more affordable, quieter, and less crowded than Antalya, with some great beaches nearby and boat cruises to the Greek islands.