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 kilometers) south of Ankara, the national capital, and 40 miles (64 kilometers) 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
Sentido Kamelya Selin Hotel
Sentido Kamelya Selin Hotel
5 out of 5
Kamelya Caddesi Colakli, Manavgat, Antalya
The price is £131 per night from 4 May to 5 May
£131
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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 and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (547 reviews)
"Best hotel in the region!"

Reviewed on 23 Apr 2025

Sentido Kamelya Selin Hotel
Kamelya Aishen Club
Kamelya Aishen Club
5 out of 5
Kamelya Caddesi Colakli, Manavgat, Antalya
The price is £121 per night from 2 May to 3 May
£121
includes taxes & fees
2 May - 3 May
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! (387 reviews)
"Would like to be back if the prices works and be be good deals"

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2025

Kamelya Aishen Club
Side Prenses Resort Hotel & Spa - All Inclusive
Side Prenses Resort Hotel & Spa - All Inclusive
5 out of 5
Side Mah. Inonu Bulvari No.29, Manavgat, Antalya
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £213 per night from 14 May to 15 May
£213
includes taxes & fees
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Manavgat. Enjoy free breakfast, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (388 reviews)
"Comfortable hotel, frieindly staff, delicious food . Very Clean. Hotel was half active because we travelled in December.but price was very reasonable for the winter time, we were totally satisfied and enjoyed our stay at this hotel."

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2024

Side Prenses Resort Hotel & Spa - All Inclusive
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.
A Suite Side
A Suite Side
Side mahallesi 1095. sokak, no 10 - 1, Manavgat
Stay at this aparthotel in Manavgat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Side Harbor and Aquapark are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (33 reviews)
Exceptional service
"Exceptional on my last night, I fractured my ankle, to checkout the next day the manager had 2 people carry me to the car. I was very grateful"

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024

A Suite Side
Hillside Apart House
Hillside Apart House
Side, Kazim Karabekir St, No 69, Manavgat, Antalya
Stay at this aparthotel in Manavgat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Side Harbor and Aquapark are located ...
6.4/10 (25 reviews)
"Checkin was quick and easy. Room was large and clean. Bathroom was OK but not great."

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2024

Hillside Apart House
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 Aquapark are located ...
6.2/10 (34 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
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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