Antalya Area

Antalya Area holidays

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. 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. 

Top Antalya holiday resorts

Inspire me

Looking for Antalya Inspiration?

You can head to our Jet2Blog and check out our video to find out more about Antalya’s best bits. It’s time to start planning your getaway!


Luxury holiday destinations: Where to go and when

Best beaches in Antalya

Experience Turkish luxury at the Cullinan hotel

Read all Turkey articles

Five main marvels

Five hidden gems

Kaya Palazzo Golf Resort
Luxe Collection
from
£1094pp
Based on
  • London Luton, Tue 01 Apr 2025
  • 7 Nights, All Inclusive Plus
  • 2 Adults, 0 Children

Kaya Palazzo Golf Resort

Belek, Antalya Area

Our rating

Based on 6395 reviews

  • Outstanding range of bars and restaurants
  • Private beach
  • On-site Aqua park
  • Large outdoor pool area
  • Certified sustainable hotel
Eftalia Ocean Resort & Spa
from
£393pp
Based on
  • London Stansted, Sat 07 Dec 2024
  • 7 Nights, All Inclusive
  • 2 Adults, 0 Children

Eftalia Ocean Resort & Spa

Nr Alanya, Antalya Area

Our rating

Based on 2750 reviews

  • Direct access to Eftalia Island beach complex
  • On-site waterpark with children's section
  • 24 hour All Inclusive
  • Great selection of restaurants
  • Swim up family rooms available
Lara Barut Collection
Luxe Collection
from
£607pp
Based on
  • London Stansted, Thu 05 Dec 2024
  • 7 Nights, All Inclusive Plus
  • 2 Adults, 0 Children

Lara Barut Collection

Lara Beach, Antalya Area

Our rating

Based on 10840 reviews

  • Giant waterslide
  • Unlimited use of the à la carte restaurants
  • Excellent children's club
  • Stylish and modern rooms
  • Certified sustainable hotel
Show all (212) and filter options

Language

Turkish

Currency

Turkish Lira

Time difference

+2hrs in summer/+3 in winter

Local beer

£1.70

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!

Antalya Area resorts

Lara Beach Holidays

Lara Beach

With its extravagant, glitzy five-star hotels, it’s no wonder many people see Lara Beach as Turkey’s answer to Las Vegas.

Side Holidays

Side

As well as golden-sand beaches and a lively nightlife agenda, Side has some of the finest ancient ruins in Turkey.

Nr Alanya

Large hotel complexes dominate the skyline near Alanya.

Belek Holidays

Belek

Stylish Belek is famous for golf, beaches and local sights – in fact, there’s something for all the family.

Kemer

Sublime seafronts and dense mountain regions combine to create postcard-perfect Kemer.

Kaleici

Kaleici in Turkish translates as ‘old town’ and that’s exactly what you’ll find right at the heart of Antalya.

Alanya Holidays

Alanya

Alanya is a city of two halves – a rocky peninsula divides its two Blue Flag beaches, while night and day split your holiday into laid-back sunbathing experiences with cocktail-sipping after dark.

Antalya City

Between Side and Kemer on Turkey’s south coast, the city of Antalya is a rainbow of colour.

Discovery Tours (Antalya)

Want to see the highlights of Turkey’s Anatolia region in just one trip? Then join us on our spectacular seven-night guided tour!

Kargicak

This seafront village is towered by hillside hotel complexes and verdant landscapes. Potter around in local towns, and settle down to dine in classy restaurants and lounge bars.

Sorgun

Sorgun is nestled next to fun-loving Side, boasting golden beaches and a great after-dark scene. Along with some of the finest ancient ruins in Turkey, it’s a prime plot for picking up leather goods, jewellery and other traditional trinkets.

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.

See all beaches (13)
Damlatas Beach

Damlatas Beach

Antalya Area

Damlatas Blue Flag beach stretches up to the peninsula. The long, sandy beach and clear waters are great for sunbathing and snorkelling. You can hire sun loungers and parasols and there’s a beach shower where...
Belek Beach

Belek Beach

Belek, Antalya Area

Belek Beach is the perfect playground for families, sports fans and turtles alike. There’s plenty to go round, as the golden sand and shingle beach is 16 kilometres long. Pick your perfect spot of sand and lay down your towel. Sandcastle-building contest, anyone?

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.

See all sights (23)
Side Old Town

Side Old Town

Side, Antalya Area

Side Old Town is a National Heritage site with a rich history. It’s the home of various ancient ruins including the landmark Apollo temple and the colossal remains of a 2nd-century Greek amphitheatre....
Aspendos Amphitheatre

Aspendos Amphitheatre

Antalya Area

The ancient Aspendos Amphitheatre, built for around 12,000 spectators, has stood the test of time and is still used today. But instead of gladiator fights, it's now used for ballet and opera productions. Take a...

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!

See all activities (17)
Antalya Aquarium

Antalya Aquarium

Antalya Area

Explore the magic of the underwater world at Antalya Aquarium – one of the world’s largest! Walk through the long underwater tunnel to watch the marine life up close. See sharks, stingrays and...
Cornelia Golf Club

Cornelia Golf Club

Belek, Antalya Area

Golfing legend Nick Faldo designed this 27-hole course to be challenging and fun for players of all levels. It's routed around pine forests and makes use of the sandy Belek terrain. You can choose from three...

Eating and drinking

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.

See all eating and drinking (1)
Leon Restaurant

Shopping

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.

See all shopping (10)
Nova Mall

Nova Mall

Side, Antalya Area

After a bit of retail therapy? Look no further than Nova Mall, which is one of the best shopping spots in the Antalya area. There are more than 120 brands available to shop here, spread out over five floors!...
Nova Mall

Nova Mall

Sorgun, Antalya Area

After a bit of retail therapy? Look no further than Nova Mall, which is one of the best shopping spots in the Antalya area. There are more than 120 brands available to shop here, spread out over five floors!...

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.

See all nightlife (7)
Alanya Harbour

Alanya Harbour

Alanya, Antalya Area

When it comes to nightlife, whether you’re into from foam parties, great music and themed or laid-back bars, you’ll find it at Alanya Harbour. Larger clubs with several dance floors have resident DJs playing...
Club Arma

Club Arma

Kemer, Antalya Area

At Club 29, Antalya’s biggest outdoor disco, dance till the early hours in the open air with 2000 party people . There’s live music from some of Turkey’s most popular singers and bands, and a large pool open...
Climate

Antalya Area

15
15
18
21
26
31
34
33
31
26
20
16
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec

Debarture airport

Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
We think you’ll also like…