Antalya is a city where the sea, sun, history and nature commune in harmony. Ancient cities, the sea, sun, beach, forest; all are parts of this integrity. Come and discover with your senses Antalya the historical city of the Mediterranean surrounded by the Taurus Mountains (Toros Dağları), by seeing, hearing, tasting, feeling and listening!
WHERE TO STAY
Antalya offers a high standard of comfort, surrounded by beaches and sea stretching from its leading resorts. Featuring a variety of restaurants with both local and international cuisines, golf courses that operate throughout the night, wellness centres, children's playgrounds and many more amenities, the Turkish Riviera transforms a mere summer holiday into a memorable experience.
WHAT & WHERE TO EAT
Taste all kinds of citrus jams, enjoy Antalya style shish köfte (meatballs) and tahinli piyaz (White bean salad/with tahini), grouper (Grida) and yanık dondurma (smoked ice cream).
WHAT TO DO IN ANTALYA
Step through Hadrian's Gate into Kaleiçi and stroll through the picturesque alleyways and dine at boutique restaurants before walking down to the historical marina. With daily yacht cruises, you can discover hidden cliffs and waterfalls nearby.
Witness 6,000 years of history as you walk along the monumental fortifications built by Alexander the Great in the ancient city of Perge.
Enjoy swimming in the ports of the ancient cities of Phaselis and Olympos, under the spell of history and legends arise from the ancient ruins.
Immerse yourself in the rejuvenating waters of the Mediterranean as you visit Teimiussa (Üçağız), Aperlai (Sıcak) Pier, Aquarium and Gökkaya coves.
Experience thousands of years of Anatolia's history through the marvels on display at the Antalya Museum.
Admire the breathtaking views of Kekova Island and Cove from the ancient Simena Castle.
Explore the colossal Aspendos Theatre, acclaimed as the best-preserved Roman theater in the Mediterranean world. Do not miss the chance to attend the Aspendos International Opera and Ballet Festival, the mystical atmosphere of this magnificent theater combined with the fascinating power of art offer unforgettable moments
ANTALYA'S CLIMATE
Antalya, the heart of the Turkish Riviera, is a bright and intriguing city enjoying 300 days of sunshine a year and is also encompassed by ancient capitals, the sea and sun, beaches and forests. In Antalya, the summer season begins in April and stretches to the end of November. While the temperatures are cooler and sunset a little earlier in autumn, Antalya is still enjoying a balmy summer. The province is home to 231 gorgeous Blue Flag beaches, one of which is Kaputaş Beach, in the Kaş region. Embraced by shimmering turquoise bays, Kaputaş has a well-earned reputation as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Also, when the hot summer temperatures have softened into a pleasant warmth, this time of the year is the best time to visit the area's ancient settlements. In the Turkish Riviera, you can immerse yourself in the region's extraordinary history: The entire province is dotted with ancient cities, the remnants of past civilisations, from Perge to Simena, from Xanthos-Letoon to Patara, and from Aspendos to Side. In addition to visiting these evocative antique cities, you can view the wealth of three cultural regions, Lycia, Pamphylia and Pisidia, at the Antalya Museum, which has an exceptional collection of artefacts found during excavations in the region.
WHAT TIME IS IT IN ANTALYA?
Türkiye is in a single time zone.
Until September 2016, Türkiye was on Eastern European time, two hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT/UTC), except during Daylight Saving Time, when it was three hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time.
However, in September 2016, Türkiye announced that the country would not return to Eastern European Time in October. Instead, Türkiye would stay on Daylight Saving Time all year, which means that now all year Turkish time is three hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT/UTC+3).