Antalya is also known as the Turquoise Coast because of its beautiful turquoise-blue colored waters of the Mediterranean. Its beautiful beaches attract mostly resort seeking travelers, and its coast surely is lined with hotels, but Antalya was once a major port city during the Roman period, and it has an interesting history that is often forgotten.

Where To Stay
There is no shortage of hotels and resorts to choose from along the beach in Antalya, and many compete with each other, therefore, offering year-round bargains. Some of these resorts offer all-inclusive packages that included lodging, food, drinks (even alcohol!) and activities. If you are uninterested in staying at a resort-style property, there are hostels, guesthouses, and hotels inside the city.

What To Do

• Hit the Beach
  Antalya is most famous for its beaches and has many resort-style (some all-inclusive) hotels along them. There are plenty of public beaches to enjoy if you are not staying at one of these hotels.

• Historic Antalya
  Take a walk through the historic district of Antalya and discover beautiful Roman ruins and ancient Ottoman houses nestled among modern high-rises and boutique shops.
• Antayla Museum
  This extensive museum features artifacts from a broad span of time periods from the Stone Age to Byzantium to more modern times. Inside the museum is the impressive Hall of Gods, which displays statues of Olympian gods in almost perfect condition. Entry to the Antalya Museum is 20 lira, and it is open every day except Monday from 08:30-17:30.
• Hadrian’s Gate
  This structure was made just for the emperor Hadrian’s visit to Antalya in 130 AD and is sometimes called the Three Gates.