Side: The unique ancient city where history and holiday meet on the Mediterranean coast.
Side, connected to the Manavgat district of Antalya, fascinates visitors as one of the most impressive tourism destinations of the Mediterranean with its historical heritage, natural beauty, and unique coastal atmosphere. This special peninsula, with a history of thousands of years, combines the traces of the ancient world with a modern holiday concept, becoming one of the most visited regions in Turkey.
Side, one of the most important port cities of ancient Pamphylia, developed over centuries as a centre of trade, culture, and seafaring. Today, visitors have the opportunity to explore impressive structures surviving from the Roman and Hellenistic periods while walking through the historical streets. The magnificent ancient theatre, colonnaded streets, agora, and historical city walls within the Side Ancient City reveal the region's rich past.
The Temple of Apollo, Side's most famous landmark, is considered one of the most photographed historical structures in the world thanks to its unique location on the Mediterranean coast. The view through the temple's columns especially at sunset is one of the unforgettable experiences for those visiting Side. Built during the Roman period, the temple is today among the region's most important cultural heritages.
Side stands out not only with its history but also with its golden sandy beaches and clear Mediterranean waters. East and West Beaches offer a perfect holiday setting for families, couples, and sea lovers, while the long coastline provides the opportunity to enjoy the sun and sea for most of the year. The beaches stretching right next to the historical ruins make Side one of the rare destinations in the world.
The region also offers countless options for activity enthusiasts. You can explore the hidden coves of the Mediterranean with boat tours, see the natural beauties of the Taurus Mountains with jeep safari tours, and experience adventure-filled activities such as rafting, diving, buggy safari, and ATV safari. Thanks to Side's central location, access to Köprülü Canyon, Manavgat Waterfall, and surrounding natural beauties is also quite easy.
Thanks to the long tourism season offered by the Mediterranean climate, Side can be visited for most of the year. With its historical texture, unique sunsets, lively bazaars, restaurants, and coastal atmosphere, Side is one of Turkey's most special destinations for visitors who want to experience culture, history, nature, and sea holiday together.
If you want to explore the fascinating atmosphere of an ancient city and have an unforgettable holiday experience in the Mediterranean, Side invites you to its unique world where history and the sea meet.