Is Antalya only for resorts?

No — culture lovers use it as base for ruins; beach resorts are optional add-ons.

How many days in Antalya?

2–3 days for Old Town, waterfalls and one ancient site day.

Can you arrange gulet trips from Antalya?

Yes — day boats and multi-day charters toward Kemer and Phaselis.

Is this things to do in antalya guide updated for 2026?

Yes — we review articles when visa rules, flight routes or site hours change. Check the published date at the top of the page.

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Destinations · 3 min · Published March 2025 · Updated August 2025

15 Best Things to Do in Antalya

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Kaleici Old Town

Roman harbor, Hadrian's Gate and Ottoman houses — walkable in half a day. Sunset from the cliffs above Mermerli beach.

Ancient sites day trips

Perge, Aspendos theatre and Side ruins — /tours/antalya/perge-aspendos. Duden waterfalls inside the city for families.

Coast packages

Combine with Bodrum on /packages/antalya-bodrum-coast for gulet and beach time. Best swim months May–October.

Duden Waterfalls and nature

Upper Duden inside city limits — walk behind the cascade. Lower Duden plunges to sea near Lara — great family photo stop on /tours/antalya/coastal-tour.

Where to stay in Antalya

Kaleici boutique hotels for culture; Lara and Konyaalti for beach resorts; Belek for golf and all-inclusive. We quote all tiers on custom packages.

Antalya vs Alanya

Antalya suits culture plus coast; Alanya is resort-heavy farther east. First-timers base in Antalya for Perge and Aspendos day trips.

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