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
Kalia Beach Hotel Side

Kalia Beach Hotel Side

Side Selimiye Mh., Kiremithane Sk.No: 1, Manavgat
The price is ₹8,590 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
₹8,590
₹9,621 total
22 Sept - 23 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Manavgat. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Side Harbor and Manavgat Falls are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (134 reviews)
"Tuvaletin havalandirmasi cok yetersizdi ve plastik kokuyordu. Buzdolabi da bir gun sonra sogutuyordu. Ama onun dışında klima ve oda temizliği gayet yeterliydi. Kahvalti da 10/7 olarak basarili sayılırdi. Şezlong ve deniz hizmetine diyecek hiçbir lafim yok"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Kalia Beach Hotel Side
Prive Suite Side & Spa Hotel

Prive Suite Side & Spa Hotel

Side, 1055th Street No:10, Manavgat, Antalya
The price is ₹8,624 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
₹8,624
₹9,659 total
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Manavgat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Side Harbor and Manavgat Falls are located ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (15 reviews)
Très bien
"Hôtel qui venait d'ouvrir il y a tout juste un mois. Chabre spacieuse avec cuisine, machine à laver... L'idéal pour se reposer 3,4 jours. Restairant de l'hôtel très bien ! Spa agréable !"

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

Prive Suite Side & Spa Hotel
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 ₹17,733 per night from 26 Sept to 27 Sept
₹17,733
₹20,296 total
26 Sept - 27 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (426 reviews)
"Good."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

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.
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 Manavgat Falls are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (26 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
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 Manavgat Falls are ...
5.8/10 (37 reviews)
Iyiydi güzel bir deneyim
"Sessiz sakin huzurlu bir yer ben tek başıma geldim , aile içinde uygun bir yer ,"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

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 Manavgat Falls are located ...
6.4/10 (38 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
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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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