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Guide to Antalya

Virtual Tour of Antalya

The Turkish Riviera (that's how Antalya is commonly referred to) will captivate any traveller. The wide, well-groomed sandy coastline, the warm Mediterranean Sea with a gradual entry into the water, gentle sun, and comfortable climate are all its advantages.

The classic beach relaxation is organically complemented by the Historical district of the city - Kaleici. While walking around the resort, it is worth stopping here for a few hours. The old part of Antalya will captivate you with its unusual mosques and minarets, a variety of original monuments, ancient gates, fortress walls, and majestic towers.

Antalya can confidently be called both a park city and a museum city. Travellers who appreciate green oases within a metropolis will be delighted with Ataturk Park, Karaalioglu, and Mini-City. History enthusiasts can spend hours in one of the several museums in Antalya, such as the Ethnography and Archaeology museums.

The resort is also perfect for family vacations. Local aquariums, water parks, dolphinariums, and amusement parks are some of the best in Turkey. Many of the local hotels position themselves as kid-friendly, making them an excellent choice for a family vacation.

Photos of Antalya

Tips for tourists

Fans of noisy nightlife should choose a hotel in the Lara district. This is where most of the nightclubs in Antalya are located.
The Aksu and Konyaalti resort areas are the most livable in terms of amenities. The hotels here are ideal for families with children.
For shopping, it is more practical to look at the market or shopping malls in the area of Döschemöaltı. It is also cheaper to buy souvenirs here.
Population
2400000
Time zone
GMT+3
Language
Turkish
Currency
Turkish lira (TRY)

Tours to Antalya

Yearly thousands of tourists from all over the world come to Antalya to enjoy a relaxing beach holiday, a rich excursion program, an impressive acquaintance with the ancient history of the region. A special bonus is an excellently developed tourist infrastructure, which will suit both lovers of noisy parties and families with small children.

The standard package tour includes the cost of airfare, transfer to the hotel of accommodation, meals, minimum health insurance. The price of such a tour from an agency starts at 680 USD for a week of rest. Independently picked up tour will cost from 720 USD.

All-inclusive package holiday costs from 500 USD for a week of rest. Such tour is mostly offered in May or October when you can sunbathe but it is rather cool to swim in the sea. But at this time it is most comfortable to go on excursions in the city and its surroundings!

In Antalya it is worth spending at least a week of vacation. But even for a couple of weeks you won't get bored! There are a number of ancient towns (Ephesus, Lycian Myra, Demre and other open-air museums) within an hour's drive by car or bus, whose sights will leave you speechless!

Interesting places in Antalya

Antalya, with its impressive number of various historical and religious sites, is sometimes compared to St. Petersburg. There are also parks on the territory of the resort, where you can find refuge from the heat in the summer heat. For those who crave new experiences, there are field trips to ancient cities and ancient ruins in the vicinity of the resort.

Sights

Travel budget

Flight ticket prices

A one-way ticket starts at just 29 USD, making it a budget-friendly choice for travellers who want flexibility.

The best hotels in Antalya

Antalya is famous for its rich variety of accommodation options. Here you can find both budget apartments and luxurious deluxe class rooms. During the high season, the prices listed below will be 20-30% higher.

The cost of budget accommodation (Ramona Hotel, White Garden Hotel, Bacchus Pension, Aydın Otel Pansiyon) is from $10 per day for a double room.
The price of a similar room in a 3-star hotel (Antroyal Hotel, Dimo Hotel Antalya, Golden Orange Hotel, Anelli Hotel) starts from $38.

The cost of a double room in a 4-star hotel (Best Western Plus Khan Hotel, Club Hotel Falcon, IC Hotels Airport) starts from $80.

A luxurious room in a 5-star hotel (Crowne Plaza Antalya, Akra Hotel, Porto Bello Hotel Resort & Spa, Ramada Plaza Antalya) will cost from $120.

The cost of vacation

Antalya is considered a fairly budget resort in Turkey. Here a reasonable level of prices for accommodation and meals, as well as the option "all inclusive" on many types of additional hotel services. But for those who like to enjoy a luxurious vacation there will be a lot to do!

We have calculated a rough estimate of the holiday for four days and three nights, based on the following costs:

  • A flight to Antalya, followed by a transfer to the hotel;
  • Accommodation at a 3-star hotel, breakfast included;
  • Lunch and dinner at the restaurant;
  • Transportation by public transport;
  • Sightseeing program (visit to the water park).

The budget for a trip to Antalya
Flight from 100 USD roundtrip Accommodation from 38 USD
Average bill in a restaurant from 10 USD Excursion from 50 USD
Transportation fares from 1 USD
Total : from 470 USD per person for 4 days of vacation

Antalya: tips for tourists

Antalya has everything you need to have a great vacation, and the tips from tripmydream will help you make the most of it!

Visa to Antalya

Tourists with regular passports need a visa to enter Turkey. However, if they hold a valid Schengen, US, UK, or Ireland visa or residence permit, they may be eligible for a one-month single-entry e-Visa.

Airport

Antalya Airport (Antalya Havalimanı) is located 10 km from the city center and is considered the main gateway to the Mediterranean resorts. The airport serves more than 27 million passengers annually through regular and charter flights.

Transfer

Atalya Airport can be reached from the hotel either by city bus (from 1 USD), Havaş Shuttle (from 2 USD), a specially ordered shuttle service (from 10 USD) or by cab (from 12 USD). The road will take up to 5-20 minutes, depending on the traffic.

Car Rental

In order to rent a car in Antalya it is necessary to have an international driver's license, be older than 23 years and have a driving experience of more than one year. The cost of renting a car starts from 50 USD per day.

Transport

Most locals and tourists take trams (from 0,8 USD), buses and cabs (from 1 USD). There is also a developed system of cabs (from 6 USD for a short trip).

Safety

Antalya is one of the most popular Turkish resorts. Given the crowds, avoid taking with you big sums of money, as well as valuables. Leave them in the hotel safety locker.

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