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About Antalya Area
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A stunning natural landscape and amazing ancient ruins provide a backdrop to stylish resorts bursting with sun-kissed beaches and great-value, luxury hotels. Combining age-old traditions with modern attractions, Antalya’s captivating coastline blends the best of both worlds for the perfect slice of Turkey (Türkiye). And the beaches here are some of the finest in the country, so get ready to sprawl out on the sand with a side of sensational views to boot. As for the resorts, Lara Beach shows off Cancun-style entertainment, Side is top for history and Belek is all about the golf. It’s the perfect playground for pleasure seekers and culture vultures alike.
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81430
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73370
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81482
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https://main--holidays--jet2-plc.aem.page/destinations/turkey/antalya-area

Language

Turkish

Currency

Turkish Lira

Time difference

+2hrs in summer/+3 in winter

Local beer

£3.00

Three-course meal for two

£32.00

Average flight time

5hrs

The Turkish Riviera

The Antalya region is one of Turkey’s most glamorous spots for a dreamy getaway. Think yacht-filled marinas, designer boutiques and world-class golf courses. And of course, there are plenty of hip beach clubs to see and be seen in. It’s every bit the exclusive haven for holidaying.

Pristine beaches

Antalya boasts a whopping 650km swathe of white sandy beaches and tucked-away coves. Some are backed by promenades and chic bars, while others roll seamlessly into olive groves, avocado plantations and pine forests. You’re getting much more than just fine, sun-freckled landscape with an Antalya holiday.

Hidden history

You don’t have to look hard to glimpse at the region’s historic past. The Ottomans, the Romans and the Byzantines have all passed through Antalya over the centuries, leaving their mark on its culture as well as its architecture. So, get your walking shoes on – there are plenty of things to see and do in Antalya!

Beaches

If you’re in search of a resort where the sands are a pristine white, the sea is a shimmering ombre of blues and the backdrop is a rugged mountain blanketed with lush greenery, then the area of Antalya will be just the ticket. Postcard perfection awaits.
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Sights

The Romans loved Side. Anthony and Cleopatra were regular visitors and you can still see the remains of a vast amphitheatre and a waterfront temple dedicated to the sun god Apollo. Over in Alanya, check out the city’s iconic Red Tower and sprawling 11th-century castle.
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Activities

Antalya offers up plenty of waterparks to cool off in. If you want to brush up on your birdie, Belek is home to an array of championship-level golf courses which attract players from around the world. Staying active in Antalya is as easy as one, two, tee!
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Eating and drinking (beaches)

Tuck into a Turkish breakfast of bread slathered in Antalya’s delicious local honey and jam. For lunch on-the-go, grab a kebab wrapped in pita. At dinner, you can’t beat a meze platter, which gives you the chance to sample a little bit of everything, from homemade hummus to meatballs.
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Shopping (beaches)

Side does a strong line in souvenirs. Head to its market stalls after sunset and haggle for locally made gifts such as jewellery, lace and Turkish delight. For an upmarket shopping experience, hit the swanky shopping malls, with designer boutiques, elegant eateries and a luxury hammam.
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Nightlife

Antalya is a stylish place for a night out, with its harbour-front cocktail bars and open-air nightclubs. In Lara Beach, the high-end hotels are where it’s at. Expect everything from discos to family-friendly shows. For a proper Turkish night out, head to the live music bars in Antalya city’s Old Town.
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