"Where the mountains sweep down to meet the sea, the scenery of the Mediterranean Coast will take your breath away. Come and see it for yourself."
Once an outpost of the Roman Empire, Side offers a seductive cocktail of sun, sea, sand and culture that's popular with visitors from a range of different countries, and lies only 75km east of Antalya. Walk in the footsteps of history and you'll find impressive, well-preserved Roman remains around every corner you turn. Old narrow streets lead down to the harbour lending Side a charming village atmosphere. You'll find a great choice of restaurants and bars, both here and on the waterfront, and some excellent shopping in the backstreets. Don't miss a walk down by the remains of Apollo's Temple at sunset!
Side has two shingle beaches on either side of the peninsula and a small sandy cove in the town centre.
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Side hotels and apartments
Our hotels and apartments in Side include Amara Beach Resort, Arum Hotel And Apartments, Barut Hotel Acanthus, Can Garden Resort, Cennet Hotel, Club Belinda, Hemera Resort And Spa, Hotel Asteria, Hotel Beach House, Hotel Can Garden, Hotel Daisy, Hotel Hera, Hotel Turquoise, Irem Apartments, Lemas Suites And Apartments, Magic Life Seven Seas Imperial, Pegasos World, Side Holiday Village, Side Star Beach, Side Sun, Sun Beach Hotel and Sun City Apartments.
More Turkey (antalya) holiday destinations
Looking for holidays in Turkey (antalya)? Our Turkey (antalya) holiday destinations include Alanya, Antalya, Belek, Denizyaka, Incekum, Kemer, Lara Beach, Manavgat and Side.
Beaches
Side has two shingle beaches on either side of the peninsula and a small sandy cove in the town centre. There are also fine beaches at Sorgun, Kumkoy and Colakli, just a short walk or taxi ride away.
Eating out
Many restaurants have attractive waterfront settings. Sample the mezes - great arrays of Turkish tasters and dishes that are perfect for two or more people to share.
Nightlife
Surrounded by history, Side's bustling bars and restaurants are the focus for the town's nightlife. The Old Town is where the majority of night time activity takes place with scattered discotheques and a few bars.
Shopping
Side has some interesting speciality shops where you can track down great buys such as leather goods, jewellery, copperware and traditional games. Save your shopping time for the evenings when the centre of Side becomes pedestrianised. For great bargains the nearby town of Manavgat offers the largest market in the area.
Local information
Away from the beaches, there are no shortage of things to do. To experience some Turkish history, head for Alanya's Old Town circling a castle or Side's many impressive ruins. For more up-to-date pastimes, Kemer offers some good shopping in its chic boutiques and has an elegant yacht marina for those who want to see and be seen.
Location
75km east of Antalya
Transfer time
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes from Antalya airport
Recommended
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