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Pro
A lot to see, old Roman amphietheatre etc...The weather, the food and wine
Con
Lots of massive tourist hotels and crowds
In a nutshell
Find a cheap pension and stay in old Side, enjoy and/or sleep on the beach during the day, and hang out all night when it is cooler
The old city is an architectural adventure
adema29 Says: If you have at least a "curiosity" related to the Greek architecture, or the architecture in general, you may use the opportunity to get a live lesson about it here in Side.The real marble Corinthian columns, the over 2500 years old walls, every broken cornice or vault will...
JuliaMac Says: The street is near the amphitheater. The ancient columns are well preservedhere.This place is a historical place in Side . All the ancient sites are close toone another: the museum, the amphitheater, and the Athenian teample.
ianh46 Says: The Duden Falls are near Antalya driving towards them you are in typical Turkish suburbs follow the signs when you arrive there is a car park camels for hire and stalls selling ice cream pancakes and usual tourist tate . but have the ice cream or pancakes now they sell them...
lotharlerch Says: Parasailing is an activity which is offered at many places along the beaches of Side. We tried it too and it was quite funny. The most impressive of it was a fine view from a birds perspective of the ruins and the amphitheatre of Side. And we saw also some very big Sea...
lotharlerch Says: When I was at the sea under my previous travels "beachlife" formed mostly a rather small fraction of the trip but this trip we did in order to get much of the sun we missed in one of the most lousy Alpine summers I can remember. But while we were in Side the weather at home...
mikelisaanna Says: Side was a major port city during the Roman Empire. As a result, there are a number of ruins remaining from the Roman empire. These are located in and around the old town section of Side. There is even a road going right through the ruins, so you can see them without having...
Stroll along Side's small harbor
mikelisaanna Says: In Roman times, Side was a major port city. Now, it is a tourist resort, and its harbor is relatively small compared to other coastal cities in Turkey, with mostly yachts and boats for tourist day trips. However, it is still a pleasant place to walk if you want to get away...
The ruins of the Temple of Apollo
mikelisaanna Says: The Temple of Apollo is one of the major Roman ruins in Side. The temple was built in the 2nd century, and was one of the two main temples of the Roman port city. Only a handful of columns are still standing, but they are enough to give you a sense of how large the temple...
1 Review and 73 Opinions This 4* hotel is located 100meter from the beach !!! Just a stroll along the pool and you are there....
1 Review and 35 Opinions I was in Elysee beach hotel middle of july in 2011...It was nice but I dont understand when you go...
The Shamrock Irish Pub: Home from Home
sandy61 Says: We spent many a evening in this lovely bar. The owners and staff were very very friendly. The food there was great had fish and chips one night which was really good,best fish and chips in Side. Great place to watch the footy as it has plenty of TV's plus a large screen....
The Kelebek: Starters are amazing
ianh46 Says: You can be sure of good food here ,the starters are brilliant usually lavash bread 3 dips ,garlic mushrooms ,fried cheese, The main courses are very good try the appollo chicken , sweets seasonal fruits Drinks reasonable , Staff very good Ali and Semi both speak good english...
OXYD: Side NightLife Series Episode 1
yosyos Says: OXYD is the biggest disco in Side. It composed by 2 floors and one pool area(which is open air). Has free pop-corn for make you thirsty :) In my opinion, most expensive(about 10-15 Euros) but most quality one. It has the same type of music just like other Side discos....
JohnandSuzie Says: Dolmus's look like old minibuses, they are cheap but you wouldn't want to go far in them especially in the heat and they can get crowded.The prices are fixed you pay the driver after telling him where you want to go. Sometimes there is a price list in the window and the...
JohnandSuzie Says: Well worth the money. We hired 2 scooters for about £8 a day each and a minimum amount for petrol...............they take 95 petrol.Roads were not that busy which was a result as this was Suzie's first go on one but do remember as with many places abroad the locals don't...
pncwils Says: On our first visit to Turkey, Side, we visited the Side Leather store - hassle free, attentive and exceptional service. With no intention of buying a leather coat, we ended up buying one, all were priced in TKL, EURO AND GBP - we even managed to barter the price to about 75%...
markets and shops: fake fake fake
JohnandSuzie Says: markets.........Side...........Saturday.....................Manavgat..Monday and ThursdaySide shops are also good with similar fake goods Mens Womans and childrens clothesAvoid purfume as this can be watered downAvoid carpet factories, gold and silver shops and leather...
Musician Conman Beggarman Thief
ianh46 Says: Musician Conman Beggarman ThiefThis man goes by the name of Volkan he is not from the planet Vulcan but is totally without emotions he plays(pretends to uses pc to produce music) in beach bars and resturants .He lives by conning women usually european into helping him to set...
lotharlerch Says: I never saw an airport before where everything was so phantastically overprized as here - and this in a country which has in general a very comfortable level of costs for tourists. Even the Duty Free shops are outrageously expensive - Turkish Raki for example is cheaper in...
sir.pavulon Says: Fock me.. Side seems to be the worst place to visit in Turkey ever. I was there in july. Lots of turists - ok. But locals.. Imagagine on istance of 15 meters 20 Turks tryin to sell something, each of them had the same way to grab a turist - "hello my friend, where are you...
Ride the Ostriches - Buy Fresh Bacon + Sausages
angelaturkey Says: Just a few miles from Side, Turkey and near Manavgat is a pig farm which is advertised as an Ostrich Farm (so as not to insult the local Muslims) - you can buy fresh bacon and sausages there - or have a full English Breakfast at the farm - children can ride the farm animals...
Chuchy Says: Green lake is situated near to Manavgat. Wonderful undiscovered place... You should see this beautiful wild nature... without people, without tourists, without noise... just you and nature! This lake is called "Green lake" because of the color of the water... You can't see...
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