Turkey is becoming an ever-more-popular holiday destination among Brits, with over 1.7 million UK tourists visiting the country in just the first half of 2024. If you’ve never been before, we can confirm: those millions of people are onto something.
The Antalya region and the beautiful city of the same name, on the south coast, are widely considered the country’s tourism capital. This part of Turkey is a great place to start if you’re curious about what all the fuss is about.
Discovering Antalya’s history
Turkey’s unique positioning between continental Europe and the Middle East makes it a fascinating place to explore elements of Ancient Roman, Ancient Greek and Ottoman history, with a huge variety of cultures having made their mark here. The city of Antalya gives you plenty of such glimpses into the past. From Hadrian’s Gate which stands at the entrance to the old city to well-preserved ruins like Perga and Olympos, via the impressive Roman theatre of Aspendos, there’s so much to learn about.
Family-friendly activities
As Turkey’s premier sea resort, Antalya represents a great choice for families to holiday together. There’s excitement galore, like the Land of Legends theme park with its thrilling water rides and rollercoasters, as well as the biggest tunnel aquarium in the world at the Antalya Aquarium. And that’s not even to mention its gorgeous, sun-kissed beaches, which offer chances to take part in water sports.
Enjoying all-inclusive holidays in Antalya
Antalya’s tourism industry is one of its leading lights, making the city an easy choice for a great all-inclusive holiday to Turkey. Many of the city’s resorts offer attractive amenities like on-site waterparks, private beaches and kids’ clubs that give you a chance to properly relax. You can find plenty of deals to cover accommodation, meals and entertainment in a single package, allowing you to fully ease your mind and focus on getting the most out of your time away.
Stunning natural beauty
This Mediterranean jewel is home to views that will make your jaw go slack. Take the time for leisurely day trips to visit the Düden and Kursunlu waterfalls with their incredible natural architecture; you won’t regret it.
Konyaaltı and Lara Beaches are among the Antalya region’s most beloved. You’d be hard-pressed to find more picturesque locations to lie back and soak up the sun, and the waters here are so blue that the whole area is known as the Turquoise Coast.
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