Side Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Temple of Apollo and Athena which includes heritage architecture
Temple of Apollo and Athena which includes building ruins
Temple of Apollo and Athena which includes building ruins
Temple of Apollo and Athena which includes a ruin
Temple of Apollo and Athena which includes a ruin

Side is situated 230 miles (370 kilometres) south of Ankara, the national capital, and 40 miles (64 kilometres) east of Antalya.

Side Museum and Side Theater are some of the attractions to do and see within here.

See why Antalya - Mediterranean Coast is so beloved by travelers, by taking to the road and experiencing the cornucopia of cultural and scenic attractions surrounding Side. While in the region, visit the Side Theater and Side Museum in and around Manavgat, about 4 miles (6 kilometers) to the west of Side.

Approximately 35 miles (56 kilometers) to the east of Side is Alanya, a regional city where you'll find Konakli Mosque, Alanya Aquapark and Alanya Lunapark. Damlatas Caves, Alanya Archeological Museum and Alanya Castle are also well-worth a visit before returning to Side.

Antalya - Mediterranean Coast is a great destination for those with a passion for open-air museums, gardens and open-air exhibits. When the weather's less than perfect, don't worry, Antalya - Mediterranean Coast features a number of popular art museums and history museums, that will keep you entertained.

Holidays to Side are an excellent place to participate in a number of city walking tours and guided nature walks. No getaway is complete without a good dose of relaxation. Shore fishing is one of the ways they relax here. Here and beach combing is another.

All good things come to an end, but be rest assured, when you're ready to leave Side, you'll have many special photos and memories to remember your time here.

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Where to stay in Side

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Kemer Mahallesi

3/5(1 area review)

Travellers like the spas in Kemer Mahallesi, and Roman Aqueduct is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Kemer Mahallesi
Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Bingesik Mevkii Kumkoy Yolu, Manavgat, Antalya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £487 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
£487
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Manavgat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 5 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Side Harbor and Side East Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (241 reviews)
"The hotel is very old. The photos on Expedia does not match what you’d expect in person. The front desk staff are incredibly rude and do not treat guests well. They act like they’re being bothered if you come up. In general this place must have been a great hotel 25 years ago but it’s not worth staying ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2022

Crystal Sunset Luxury Resort & Spa - All Inclusive
Berry Blue Hotels - All Inclusive
Berry Blue Hotels - All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Sorgun, Titreyengöl Cd., Manavgat, Antalya
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Manavgat. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Side East Beach and Side Harbor are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (20 reviews)
"Excellent"

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2025

Berry Blue Hotels - All Inclusive
Kamelya Aishen Club
Kamelya Aishen Club
5 out of 5
Kamelya Caddesi Colakli, Manavgat, Antalya
The price is £379 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£379
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Manavgat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 8 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (394 reviews)
"Super all"

Reviewed on 3 May 2025

Kamelya Aishen Club
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Tropic Beach Club Side
Tropic Beach Club Side
Sarmasik Sokak No. 8, Manavgat, Antalya
Stay at this aparthotel in Manavgat. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Popular attractions Side Harbor and Side East Beach are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
"Due to circumstances I got this apartment for my holiday, even a deluxe room. I liked it so much that I booked again for my next holiday"

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

Tropic Beach Club Side
Un Side Apart Hotel
Un Side Apart Hotel
Yali Mahallesi 1098 Sokak No 3, Manavgat/Side, Manavgat, Side
Stay at this aparthotel in Manavgat. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Side Harbor and Side East Beach are located ...
6.4/10 (36 reviews)
"This hotel by the looks is a family run hotel they were very friendly and the location was lovely and quiet. Facilities were great for self-catering everything you need for what it is the price was brilliant and the hotel room was bigger than expected with a huge balcony and a lovely view to go with ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2024

Un Side Apart Hotel
Irem Garden Hotel & Apartments
Irem Garden Hotel & Apartments
Kemer Mah. Fatih Sultan Mehmet, Bulvari No 75, Manavgat, Antalya
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Manavgat. Enjoy free parking, 4 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Side East Beach and Side Harbor are ...
"People so friendly! It's a bit tired in places but overall we had a great time there."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2024

Irem Garden Hotel & Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Side

4.2
Top destination
5 - Excellent
25
5 - Excellent 50%
4 - Good
14
4 - Good 28%
3 - Okay
7
3 - Okay 14%
2 - Disappointing
3
2 - Disappointing 6%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 2%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Loads of things to do in and around the area

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Nice but expensive

5/5 - Excellent

Sabeen

Side is a lovely ancient town. People are very friendly and hospitable. Excellent activities like rafting available.Utmost fun. Beautiful views and beaches. Excellent transportation links. Lovely Turkish food. Sunny weather and really laidback.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Needs more local information as out hotel was a good distance away and needed transport to visit so only saw when taking other travellers back.Some nice areas but some very tired. Rep was good but no information in hotel .He arranged some good outing

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

The old town is the place to book your hotel.Side is an excellent place steeped with history so don't miss it.

5/5 - Excellent

Svetlana

Great place to visit. Sea nice and warm. Plenty activities and excursions to choose from.

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