Side Ancient City - the place where the most beautiful sunsets are seen

If you are interested in history and eager to discover the monuments left by ancient civilizations, Antalya offers many alternatives. The city, rich in ancient settlements, proves why it is the capital of tourism. Besides sea and nature holidays, Antalya, which hosts thousands of tourists every year for cultural trips, is one of the most well-known and visited ancient cities in Antalya, Side.

A place that hosted many civilizations

Side, located 80 kilometers from the center of Antalya and 7 kilometers south of Manavgat, is a peninsula. Side, which was one of the most important port cities of Pamphylia in ancient times, is estimated to date back to the 7th century BC. Meaning "pomegranate" in ancient language, Side was home to many civilizations. Under the rule of Lydia and Persia, it then passed to the Macedonian king, and then was conquered by the Romans, Byzantines, and Ottomans.

What to do?

In the ancient city of Side, you can see many monuments that have survived from ancient times to the present day, including the Temple of Apollo, the Ancient Theater of Side, the Trade Agora, the Agora Bath (Side Museum), the Nymphaeum, the Vespasian Fountain, the Monumental Gate, the Baptistry, the Victory Monument, the Temple of Dionysus, the Bishop's Palace, the Basilica, the South Basilica, the Philippus Attius Mausoleum, temples, aqueducts, colonnaded streets, houses, and many other works.

It is worth noting that although visiting the ancient city is free, you will need to pay or have a Museum Card to visit the Side Museum and the Ancient Theater of Side.

Side, which hosts an ancient city that history lovers should not miss, also enchants with its magnificent beaches and sea. You will also have the chance to swim in the sea during your day trip.

If you are hungry, you can eat at the restaurants around the ancient city. If you want to shop or buy gifts for your loved ones, there are also many shops here.

During your visit to the ancient city, we especially recommend not to miss the sunset view and take a photo in front of the Temple of Apollo.

How to get there?

This unique historical site, open day and night, is located at Cumhuriyet Bulvar?, No. 50, in the Side neighborhood. Those coming by car can reach the ancient city of Side by following the Antalya-Isparta highway. For those without a car, there is public transportation departing from the Antalya Bus Station. In addition, renting a car with a driver can be a good option to spend more time exploring.

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