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Your trip to Side.

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Side – Antália Destination Antalya about 75 km from Antália

How to get there

  • Antalya Havalimanı (AYT) Antália · 65 km

Approximate road distances. Check flights and bus schedules before you travel.

From Antalya, follow the road toward Manavgat and continue to Side. Regional buses serve Manavgat; confirm the local connection or arrange an airport transfer from AYT.

How many days

Two days to walk the peninsula and enjoy the beach; add nights if the plan is to rest.

When to go

Side usually pairs sightseeing and beach better in May, June, September and October. Among the exposed ruins, July and August can be very hot; from November to March rain plays a larger role in planning.

The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.

Do you need a car?

Side’s old town core is explored on foot. For accommodations spread along the coast and connections with Manavgat, use local bus, taxi or transfer.

Suggested itinerary

An order that works

Built with the places on this page. No rush: it's paced so you have time to see them.

One day in Side
  1. Morning
    Apollon Tapınağı

    Walk the tip of Side’s peninsula, connecting the Temple of Apollo with the ancient harbor and the surrounding architectural elements.

  2. Afternoon
    Walk in Side

    Explore Side’s center at your own pace and take a break to sample the local cuisine.

  3. Late afternoon
    Side landscape and streets

    Return to Side’s core with time to observe the streets and landscape, without adding a long transfer at the end of the walk.

  4. Evening
    Overnight in Side

    Dine in the area where you are staying in Side and confirm transport for the next leg.

Check before you go. Opening hours and days change, and places may close for renovations, holidays or events. This itinerary is a suggestion from Cidade Turismo, not a commitment: plan yours by checking directly with each place you intend to visit.

Before you go

Frequently asked questions

Can you visit Side’s old town on foot?

The core occupies a peninsula and allows walking between the streets and the harbor area. Accommodations along the coast can be far from that area; check the location before booking.

Is Side good for combining ruins and beach?

Yes: the Temple of Apollo and the remains of the old town can take up part of the day, leaving another period for the coast. Sea conditions and heat guide the order of the visit.

Is Side within Manavgat?

Side belongs to the Manavgat district, but the inland service center and the tourist core on the peninsula are different references. When requesting transport, indicate the sector of the accommodation or the old town.

Is it better to sleep in Side or do a day trip from Antalya?

A day trip works for a concentrated visit to the peninsula. Staying in Side makes more sense if the plan includes beach days, avoiding repeating the coastal transfer from Antalya.

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