Antalya Region

About Antalya region

The Antalya region of Turkey sits on the Mediterranean coast. Often named the Turkish Riviera and considered to be the country’s tourist capital, it’s filled with friendly seafront resorts, fishing villages, palm trees and invitingly clear seas. Wherever you visit in Antalya, there’s a trip for every holidaygoer.

Alanya is a popular holiday resort for couples and families in western Antalya, thanks to its modern hotels and apartments. Warm, safe seas and sandy beaches envelop the coastline. We’d recommend visiting Kleopatra Beach in Alanya; it's said Egyptian queen Cleopatra often swam there. Alanya’s harbour is a jewel on the Turkish Riviera. It’s a real centrepiece and comes alive with a pulsating nightlife.

Head east from Alanya to Side. The ancient port city has a flat promontory that juts out into the turquoise Mediterranean waters. Walk around the old town’s fishing harbour and see the traditional stone houses. You might even spot the white marble columns of the Hellenistic Temple of Athena! Miles of golden sands stretch across the coastline; global travellers visit Side East beach, Kumkoy beach, and Colakli beach for the beautiful scenery and lively culture.

Go two hours east of Side to Kemer. It’s a smaller town, but with over 300 days of sunshine a year, you’ll definitely feel brighter. It’s also home to Kemer marina and pebble beaches. Kemer's also a good base to explore southern Turkey's wooded valleys and the Taurus Mountains to the north. Add a pitstop to neighbouring Camuvya or head to the larger, historic town and holiday hot spot of Antalya.

Fly from London Luton Airport to Antalya in 4 hours and 20 minutes.