Things to Do in Antalya
30 curated spots from Antalya itineraries
Activities & Attractions
13 curated experiences
Antalya Archaeological Museum
World-class museum with statues and artifacts from Perge, Termessos, and other ancient sites; good audio guides and clear English labels.
2h · $8-12
Antalya Ethnographic Museum (Old Ottoman Mansions)
Visit restored Ottoman mansions displaying local textiles, costumes, and everyday objects, with views toward the Mediterranean from the surrounding streets.[1]
1h · $5-10
Antalya Sports Match Experience
Attend a local football (soccer) or basketball game, depending on the season and schedule; ask your hotel or a local operator to help with tickets.
2h 30m · $10-30
Hadrian’s Gate
Walk through the 2,000-year-old Roman triumphal arch that marks the entrance to Kaleiçi and pause for photos of its carved marble details.[1]
30m · Free
Kaleiçi Old Town Walk
Start at Hadrian’s Gate and wander the narrow cobbled alleys, Ottoman houses, small boutiques, and viewpoints over the cliffs and harbor.[1][3]
2h 30m · Free
Kaleiçi Old Town Walking
Stroll cobbled lanes, see Hadrian’s Gate, Hıdırlık Tower, and historic Ottoman houses; browse small boutiques and photography spots around the marina.
2h · Free
Karaalioğlu Park Coastal Promenade
Stroll the clifftop park just southeast of Kaleiçi, stopping at viewpoints over the bay and mountains, with plenty of benches and photo spots.[1][5]
1h · Free
Konyaaltı Beach Time
Rent sunbeds at one of the organized sections of Konyaaltı Beach and swim with views of the Taurus Mountains along the long pebble shoreline.[1][5]
2h 30m · $5-15 (sunbed & umbrella)
Lower Düden (Karpuzkaldıran) Waterfall Viewpoint
See the Düden River thunder directly off a cliff into the sea from landscaped seaside parks and platforms.
1h 30m · Free
Lower Düden Waterfalls (Karpuzkaldıran)
Walk the cliffside park paths and viewpoints to see the Düden River plunging directly over the cliffs into the Mediterranean.[1][3]
1h 30m · Free
MarkAntalya Shopping Mall
Modern mall with Turkish and international brands, electronics, and cafes; air-conditioned and easy to navigate.
2h · Free (shopping extra)
Upper Düden Waterfalls Park
Explore shaded walking paths, small bridges, and caves behind the waterfall curtain in a lush green park just outside central Antalya.[3]
2h · $5-10
Yat Limanı (Old Roman Harbor)
Descend the steps from the old town to the compact harbor carved into the cliffs, lined with boats and cafes; sit on the breakwater or take short harbor photos.[1]
1h · Free (boat tours extra)Restaurants & Food
17 local favorites
7 Mehmet
Large, sleek venue above Konyaaltı Beach; choose grilled lamb, chicken, vegetable meze, and lentil soup, clearly separate from any seafood items.
1h 15m · $25-40 per person
Vanilla Lounge
Modern, minimalist restaurant in a restored stone house; order grilled beef fillet, seasonal salads, and pasta dishes, all available without shellfish.
1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Ayar Meyhanesi
Traditional meyhane with cold and hot meze, fresh seafood, and rakı; sit in the narrow, atmospheric Old Town street.
2h · $30-50 per person
BigChefs Lara
Modern Turkish chain with a seaview terrace; try the köfte, meze platter, and homemade lemonades.
1h 15m · $18-25 per person
Café Corner Kaleiçi
Casual corner café with pancakes, omelets, and Turkish breakfast options, overlooking a small Old Town square.
1h · $10-15 per person
Gazetta Brasserie
Chic, Italian-leaning café in Old Town with good coffee, pastries, and light breakfast plates.
1h · $12-18 per person
Lara Balık Evi & Grill
Modern, bright dining room on the cliffs; even though they serve fish, you can safely opt for grilled meat skewers, salads, and vegetable dishes prepared away from shellfish—emphasize your shellfish allergy clearly.
1h 30m · $25-40 per person
Lara Balık Evi Kaleiçi
Cozy seafood restaurant in Old Town lanes; choose your fish from the counter and add a few meze and a bottle of local wine.
1h 30m · $30-50 per person
Leman Kültür Antalya
Colorful, comic-themed bistro with Turkish fusion dishes and a lively local crowd; good burgers, wraps, and meze plates.
1h 30m · $18-25 per person
Mado Konyaaltı
Seafront café chain with Turkish breakfast platters, simit, and good ice cream, right by Konyaaltı Beach.
1h · $10-18 per person
Mermeli Restaurant
Cliffside terrace overlooking the old harbor; focus on grilled meats like köfte and tavuk şiş, salads, and meze that do not contain shellfish.
1h 15m · $20-30 per person
Parlak Restaurant
Local classic known for its roast chicken and Turkish home-style dishes, just outside the Old Town walls.
1h · $12-18 per person
Pasa Bey Kebap
Late Turkish breakfast/brunch spot with menemen, sucuklu yumurta, and fresh bread in a central local neighborhood.
1h · $10-15 per person
Robert’s Coffee Konyaaltı Kent Meydanı
Scandi-style café space by the beach; order Turkish breakfast plates with eggs, cheese, olives, simit, and fresh juice—easy to keep fully shellfish-free.
1h · $10-15 per person
Seraser Fine Dining
Romantic courtyard restaurant in a historic mansion serving refined Turkish and international dishes; order grilled sea bass or lamb shank and local wine.
1h 30m · $40-70 per person
Ship Inn Marina Restaurant
Harborside restaurant offering fresh fish and meze; sit outdoors for views of yachts and the bay.
1h 30m · $30-50 per person
Simitçi Dünyası Muratpaşa
Simple chain bakery for simit, pastries, and tea or coffee, convenient for an early start to the bus station or tours.
30m · $5-9 per person