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From Kaleiçi's stone lanes to Konyaaltı beach, Düden falling into the sea and the columns of Perge: the first places to see in Antalya. Türkçe

In short: The first places to see in Antalya are Kaleiçi and the old harbour, Hadrian's Gate, Konyaaltı beach, Lower Düden Waterfall, Antalya Museum and Perge ancient city, about 17 km from the centre. Kaleiçi and the harbour are best on foot, Konyaaltı and the museum by tram, and Düden and Perge by a short drive. A long weekend is enough to see the city centre comfortably.

At a glance

Kaleiçi & harbour	On foot; half a day
Konyaaltı beach	Long pebble beach and promenade; reachable by tram
Lower Düden Waterfall	Towards Lara, about 8 km from the centre; also seen from the sea
Antalya Museum	At the eastern end of Konyaaltı
Perge	Aksu, about 17 km from the centre
How many days	2–3 days for the city; a week with day trips

Kaleiçi and the old harbour

Kaleiçi is Antalya's walled old town. Entering through Hadrian's Gate and wandering the narrow lanes down to the old harbour is the best introduction to the city. Early morning is quiet; at midday, take a break in a shaded courtyard café. The harbour boat trips leave from here too.

A traveller with a notebook and camera pausing by a weathered stone doorway in Kaleiçi

Konyaaltı beach

Konyaaltı is the long pebble beach west of the centre, with a walking and cycling path along the shore and the Beydağları mountains behind. Antalya Museum sits at its eastern end, so you can combine both in one day. Water shoes help on the pebbles.

Friends walking on the Konyaaltı promenade beside the pebble beach and the sea

The Düden waterfalls

The Düden river runs through the city and drops about 40 metres off the cliffs into the sea at Lara. See Lower Düden from the clifftop park or from a boat leaving Kaleiçi. Upper Düden, north of the centre, sits in a shady park with a path that passes behind the falls.

Passengers on a wooden excursion boat facing Lower Düden Waterfall on Antalya's coastal cliffs

Perge and the ancient cities

Perge, with its long colonnaded street, theatre and stadium, is the nearest major ancient city. You can combine it with the theatre at Aspendos in Serik and with Side on the same day. There is little shade, so bring a hat and water and go early in summer.

Travellers walking beside the stone columns of Perge ancient city near Antalya

How to plan your visit

Day one Kaleiçi and the harbour, day two Konyaaltı and the museum, day three Düden and Perge is a good order. For a boat trip, rafting or an ancient cities tour, send a request with your date and group size and a local provider will reply directly.

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Frequently asked questions

What should I see first in Antalya?

Start with Kaleiçi and the old harbour. Hadrian's Gate, the lanes and the harbour are all within walking distance.

How many days do I need in Antalya?

2–3 days cover the city centre. Add a boat trip, rafting and the ancient cities and a week passes easily.

How do I get to Düden Waterfall?

Lower Düden is towards Lara; go by car, public transport or a boat trip from Kaleiçi.

Is Konyaaltı beach sandy or pebbly?

Pebbly. Water shoes help, and the promenade is good for walking and cycling.

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