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Pro

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  Quiet, relaxing, traffic-free, friendly people, no loud bars or discos, safe for children 


Con

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  1 hr 45 mins from Dalaman airport 


In a nutshell

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  wonderful holiday destination 

 

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Things to Do  

Kalamar Beach Club.

Kalamar Beach Club., Kalkan

 Tdiver Says:  Great for kids and adults alike. Whether it's just sun bathing or getting involved in all the water sports, it has to be the best place in town.Food is excellent and if you can't forget about work, then there's internet access.Free to use canoes and pedalos.Sun beds and... 

Water Sports

Water Sports, Kalkan

 ann500 Says:  Kalkan has lots of watersports, offered near beach clubs. This picture is from Aquasports at the Kalamar Beach Club (in Kalamar Bay). They have ringo, banana, water skiing, jet skiing, pedaloes and canoeing. They also rent out masks and snorkles (2 TL ). A friendly bunch of... 

Hotels  

Patara Delfin Hotel

 2 Reviews and 81 Opinions

Kulube Hotel

 1 Review and 86 Opinions  The Kulube Hotel was very comfortable, with much of the accommodation in small villas. It had... 

Restaurants  

Merkez: A Simple Cafe Takes A Big Step

Merkez: A Simple Cafe Takes A Big Step, Kalkan

 KalkanReview Says:  Now, as my first review I should introduce myself. I am from the UK, and I go to Kalkan quite alot. This is the 3rd time I have been, and it is going very well.Now, I should get down to the actual review. Merkez is a small cafe down in the town where you can sit and relax,... 

The Ivy Terrace: Sadly overrated by others

The Ivy Terrace: Sadly overrated by others, Kalkan

 chrisnsue Says:  As many other members have commented, this is an ideally positioned terrace restaurant in Kalkan, from which you can see the bay and harbour (trees permitting). The ambiance is all there, the subdued but adequate lighting, the sultans corner etc - no music as there was... 

The Ivy: fantastic pitcure kebab and steaks

The Ivy: fantastic pitcure kebab and steaks, Kalkan

 helik Says:  The Ivy is a fabulous restaurant. I have been there many times over the 2 years they have been opened. The atmosphere, food, hospitality, are wonderful and you really feel as though you are treating yourself whenever you visit. As well as a regular restaurant they also have... 

Yakapark: Yakapark

Yakapark: Yakapark, Kalkan

 sandysmith Says:  Close to Tlos is this trout farm and restaurant. Not only is the fish fresh and delicious the setting with waterways and fountains is cool and refreshing in the summer heat. There is even a bar with trout swimming in it! 

Pub The Swan.: Yoda this wrote.

Pub The Swan.: Yoda this wrote., Kalkan

 Tdiver Says:  Doesn't look much from outside but very nice inside. Really friendly with a nice atmosphere.Free pool table and a swimming pool out back.ALL DAY English breakfast for those missing home.Been open for about 10 years now.Apartments upstairs for rent. 

Doy Doy: Terrible service

Doy Doy: Terrible service, Kalkan

 dpinner Says:  We can't understand all of the good reviews for Doy Doy, we found it very expensive and the service was terrible. Their whole purpose is to get you back again so yes, they are friendly and attentive if you dont tell them that it is your last night and this is where our... 

My Fish House: Fantastic cheap seafood

My Fish House: Fantastic cheap seafood, Kalkan

 bethepa2 Says:  This small fish restaurant is easy to miss. We found it by chance and liked it so much we visited 3 times during our holiday. It is situated on the Kalamar road, on the right hand side about 400m along from the main road, opposite the Moonlight Terrace & Pension. The manager... 

The Olive Garden: Don’t expect your reservation to be honoured..

The Olive Garden: Don’t expect your reservation to be honoured.., Kalkan

 Siobhanoregan Says:  We booked the restaurant 5 days in advance for our wedding anniversary dinner. We specifically requested a table by the side with a view of the sea. We were number 2 on the booking list. We arrived and the restaurant was nearly empty and we were shown to an inner table. We... 

Cafe Del Mar: Great coffee

Cafe Del Mar: Great coffee, Kalkan

 gmp1 Says:  We had coffee here several times during our stay and it was great. The coffee shop itself is quite interesting as the chairs are old and squashy and full of character and there were lots of old knick-knacks on display, and also magazines to read and free internet access.The... 

Korsan fish terrace: Creative cooking

Korsan fish terrace: Creative cooking, Kalkan

 gmp1 Says:  We ate here twice. They do mostly fish, but also a few meat dishes. We had fish both times and it was very creative and beautifully presented. The view from the roof terrace was beautiful.I wouldn't say we got a warm welcome from the staff but the service was very attentive... 

Aubergine: One of the best

Aubergine: One of the best, Kalkan

 gmp1 Says:  We ate here a couple of times and came back on our last night. The service is friendly and the food is excellent. We booked a table on the side of the restaurant nearest the sea and it was funwatching all the comings and goings.We had booked a table one night but couldn't... 

Ilyada: Fantastic service

Ilyada: Fantastic service, Kalkan

 gmp1 Says:  We ate here three times during our fortnight in Kalkan. The service was second to noneand the food was excellent - my husband loved the Ottaman lamb casserole.The location was lovely too, right by the harbour, although obviously you get a more panoramic view from the... 

Doy Doy: Friendly service

Doy Doy: Friendly service, Kalkan

 gmp1 Says:  We ate here when we came to Kalkan a few years ago so thought we would go there again this time. The first time the food was excellent and the service very warm and friendly. The second time was not quite as good and the waiters seemed a little distracted (possibly by a... 

Transportation  

Bati Antalya buses.

Bati Antalya buses., Kalkan

 Tdiver Says:  From the new bus station.Buses to Kas and Antalya leave at 07.25,08.25,09.20 and every 20 past upto 18.20To Fethiye 09.00,09.30,10.30,11.30,12.45,14.00,15.00,16.00,17.00,18.00,19.00 and 21.30Kas cost me 3 Ytl one way.New web page is still under construction. 

Warnings Or Dangers  

Driving Advice

Driving Advice, Kalkan

 sandysmith Says:  Hope nobody ever has to use this tip but should you be unfortunate to have a traffic accident in Turkey on no accounts move the car - it must be left in situ, even if blocking the road, so that the local Jandarma can deal with with it. Not to do so risks invalidating your... 

Sports & Outdoors  

Patara Diving School.

Patara Diving School., Kalkan

 Tdiver Says:  Kemal was a great host and the sea just by the hotel is great for starting to learn as there are hundreds of fish,who usually choose to follow you.Below are some pictures from this year. Patara Diving School.All equipment supplied,CMAS courses,discovery dives(excellent for... 

Favorites  

Kaputas Beach

Kaputas Beach, Kalkan

 sandysmith Says:  Some 15mins away in the opposite direction to Patatra is Kaputas - probably the most photographed beach in Turkey. I anticipated going here but as we passed it on our way to Kas it looked much smaller than I expected, there was no shade from the heat and absolutely no... 

Palm Beach Club

Palm Beach Club, Kalkan

 sandysmith Says:  We only got around to one beach club and the one we chose was Palm Beach Club. Reached by a free taxi boat (5 min journey) to the left hand side of the bay of Kalkan is this relaxing spot of paradise. We saw pictures of it at the harbour and the decking and cosy Turkish... 

 
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The Place

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The People

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 The ruins behind the beach of Patara are still undergoing excavation and more things are being discovered - like the recent discovery of the lighthouse. The... 

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Questions and Answers

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Q:  Am I alone in not wanting to be hassled into going into bars and restaurants by staff? Is it a cultural thing because on principle... 

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A: It's the way it is. Rise above it. It is not unique to Turkey. 

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Top Kalkan Writers

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Kalkan and Environs

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 First Holiday booking of 2007 - Long overdue was a holiday in Turkey!!!! Lots to do in this area - there are over 25 historic sites less than a 2-hour journey away. Its a delightful fishing village,... 

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Boutique Kalkan

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 Nestled in a quiet little bay,Kalkan is still a sleepy place with azure water and close enough to nearby historical sites to make it a great base to explore from.Because the harbour is small you are... 

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Kalkan - a mix of Greek and Turkish features

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 Small fisherman harbor, located in the heart of the Teke Peninsula or ancient Lycia, Kalkan is a beautiful and fascinating Mediterranean town. With wonderful old houses with crumbling wooden... 

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Kalkan

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 I've got some interesting experiences in Kalkan. I'd love to share with you the 4 tips I've written, the 6 photos uploaded, and 0 travelogues I've created. 

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Kalkan - Kekova - Kas

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 A day trip to Kekova, Ucagiz and Kale could be the highlight of your stay in Lycia, the region of Turkey roughly between Fethiye and Antalya. Usually reached by boat from Kas or Kalkan, this little...... 

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