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You'll Love Side if:

  • Those looking for a scenic destination, with stunning views.

  • Couples looking for a relaxing, romantic retreat.

  • Families looking for a fun, entertaining destination.

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Side has beautiful warm weather, breath-taking views and golden sands, so escape today!

Located in the Antayla region of Turkey, the beautiful and unique beach resort of Side is the perfect holiday destination for a romantic getaway, with plenty of great facilities for family holidays.

If you’re looking for a relaxing beach holiday, then you won’t be disappointed. It boasts beaches on both sides of the resort...

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Side has beautiful warm weather, breath-taking views and golden sands, so escape today!

Located in the Antayla region of Turkey, the beautiful and unique beach resort of Side is the perfect holiday destination for a romantic getaway, with plenty of great facilities for family holidays.

If you’re looking for a relaxing beach holiday, then you won’t be disappointed. It boasts beaches on both sides of the resort offering perfect sunbathing conditions and gentle shallow waters which are ideal for the children to paddle in. It offers lots of water sport activities at the resort for those of you who want to get your feet wet. The beach to the west of the resort gets slightly busier and does have a number of coastguard stations, so you have peace of mind that you and your children are safe.

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You won’t be short of things to do here, why not head in to the old town and walk through some of the narrow and bustling streets and pick up that perfect gift. If you’re after a cultural experience on your holiday, it boasts a number of historical sites such as the Amphitheatre that dates back to the Hellenistic period, the Temple of Apollo and the Roman baths, providing plenty of photo opportunities on your holidays to Side! If you’re on a family holiday, why not head over to the museum or check out the two water parks in Antalya – the kids won’t want to leave!

It offers a great opportunity to explore the surrounding area, head to the foothills of the Taurus Mountains and see the spectacular caves and waterfalls. If you’re feeling adventurous, why not go on a jeep safari or try a water rafting expedition. Once you’ve finished your day of activities, head to one of the restaurants for a quiet and romantic meal before dancing the night away at one of the clubs. So for a great all-round holiday experience, why not visit Side for your summer holidays.

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Side Family Holidays

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A holiday to Side is full of history and culture and there is plenty to see and do with the whole family. Visit the ancient Agora baths and the city walls, all the while soaking up the beautiful Mediterranean climate. There are also plenty of ancient ruins dotted throughout the city.

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There's lots to see and do in the city centre, and shopping is a big attraction of the area, as there are hundreds of shops dotted throughout the town. You can pick up some really interesting souvenirs including carpets, jewellery, and leather goods.

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There are some great British-style pubs in the town centre which are family friendly and away from the beach, or you can try some of the bars along the beach front if you are travelling with older children.

The Angora Hotel is an affordable hotel situated just 1km from the beach. The hotel has its own private section of the beach so guests won't have to fight over a spot to relax on at the beach! The hotel also has its own swimming pool and a playground for children.

Side Couples Getaways

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Side ruins

There are loads of ancient ruins dotted throughout Side, and highlights include an aqueduct and an ancient theatre. Be sure to visit the grotto as well, which is connected to the ancient nymphaeums.

Side architecture

Take a boat ride up the coast and enjoy Turkey's unique coastline. Explore the architecture on a holiday to Side, and be sure to visit the Temple of Apollo, which is one of the main landmarks of the area.

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There are plenty of traditional restaurants for quiet romantic dining, as well as huge resort discos where you can party until the early hours, or beach side bars where you can pick up cocktails – many of which have happy hour deals.

The Nashira Resort Hotel and Spa is an elegant and modern 5 star hotel set on its own beach. It has superb facilities including loads of restaurants, an extensive swimming pool complex, and a spa and fitness centre.

Side Beach Holidays

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Side beach

The beach at Side has golden sand, and great year-round Mediterranean weather. There are two main beaches: Kemer beach, and Sorgun beach. Sorgun is quieter than Kemer, but it is recommended that you visit both to get a taste of the area.

Side banana boat

Try your hand at scuba diving, hire a banana boat or go water-skiing. When on holiday in Side, many of the hotels will have their own sports facilities or private beaches, so it's easy to try something new when on holiday!

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Kemer Beach stretches for around 10km, and there are plenty of beach bars and restaurants that line the sea front. This is where the majority of water sports take place. Sorgun beach is quieter, and great if you want to relax and enjoy a romantic sunset.

Situated on the sea front, the Asteria Hotel is a 5 star hotel which has an indoor and outdoor pool with two water slides outdoors. There is also a fitness centre, sauna room and Jacuzzi on site for ultimate relaxation.

Side Exploring Holidays

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Side restaurant

Side is full to the brim with ancient ruins, many of which line the town, and house shops and restaurants. Take a day trip out of town and visit the nearby Manavgat waterfalls, which are eerily breathtaking.

Side golf

Take a boat trip up the Manavgat River, and see the waterfall from another direction, as well as the beautiful scenery of the area. If you enjoy golfing and want to relax, head to Belek Golf course where there are several courses for you to try.

Side music

The Side Culture and Art Festival takes place every September and celebrates opera, ballet and classical music. Take a day trip to Alanya for more festivals which happen year round.

side architecture

There are loads of historical sites to see including the city gate and walls, the Side Theatre, and the main Agora. Also visit the temple of Apollo which is a landmark of Side, plus many of the basilicas which are dotted through this ancient city.

  • Side Travel Information

    Language
    Turkish (English generally spoken in resorts)
    Currency
    Turkish Lira (YTL)
    Local time
    GMT/BST +2 hours
    Local airport
    Antalya
    Flight time
    4 hours 55 minutes
    Transfer time
    70 minutes
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