Antalya Local Guide
Antalya, the way locals live it.
Where we actually eat, the old-town lanes we walk every day, and the beaches we'd send a friend to. Hand-picked by people who live here — no ads, no paid rankings.
- 39 hand-picked places
- Free old-town walks
- Made by locals
Photo: Sharon Hahn Darlin · CC BY 2.0
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Things to do in Antalya, picked by locals
Antalya is more than all-inclusive resorts. It's a 2,000-year-old harbour town with Roman gates, Ottoman lanes, cliff-top sunsets and some of Türkiye's best everyday food — if you know where to look.
Eat & drink
Eat like a local
Esnaf lokantaları, harbour fish, the piyaz Antalya is famous for — and the tourist traps to skip.
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History
Walk 2,000 years of history
Hadrian's Gate, Kaleiçi's Ottoman lanes and the Roman cities of Perge and Aspendos.
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Beaches & outdoors
Beaches, cliffs & waterfalls
Konyaaltı's pebble bay, hidden coves, Düden Falls and boat days on turquoise water.
Explore →The interactive map
The Antalya map locals actually use
Every restaurant, ruin, bar and beach we recommend — on one map built for your phone. Swipe through places, see how far each one is on foot, and get directions in one tap.
- Walking distance from where you are
- One-tap directions in Google Maps
- Save places and build your own day plan
- Insider tips on every spot
Map © OpenFreeMap · © OpenMapTiles · © OpenStreetMap contributors
Free · tip-basedPhoto: Sharon Hahn Darlin · CC BY 2.0
Free walking tour
Kaleiçi old town, with a local
A 2-hour journey through 2,000 years of history in Antalya's stunning old quarter. We walk from the Roman triumphal arch through narrow Ottoman streets, past Byzantine churches turned mosques, down to the ancient harbour where Hellenistic walls still stand in the sea.
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Starts
- 10:00 · 16:30
- Languages
- English, Turkish
- Group size
- Up to 25
Neighbourhoods
Where to stay in Antalya
Kaleiçi
Old town lanes, harbour & rooftop bars
Konyaaltı
Long beach, cliffs & real city life
Lara
Sandy beach, waterfalls & resorts
Belek
Golf, ruins & day-trip country
From the blog
Plan your trip like a local
Itinerary · 6 min readAntalya in 3 Days: A Local's ItineraryOld town, a day on the water and Roman cities — the three days we'd plan for a friend.Local food · 5 min readWhat to Eat in Antalya: 10 Local DishesTahini piyaz, hibeş, burnt ice cream — ten dishes we grew up with, and where to eat them.Kaleiçi · 5 min readFree Things to Do in Kaleiçi, Antalya Old TownRoman gates, minarets, the old harbour and the best free sunset in town.Written by locals
Every place is somewhere we've eaten, walked or swum ourselves — and would send a friend to.
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Honest, practical tips
Which table to ask for, when to beat the crowds, and which famous spots aren't worth it.
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Antalya travel questions, answered
When is the best time to visit Antalya?+
April–June and September–October are ideal: warm sea, sunny days and far fewer crowds. July and August are hot (often 35 °C and above) and busy, while winter is mild and quiet — great for the old town and ancient sites, less so for swimming.
How do I get from Antalya Airport to the old town?+
The easy budget option is the tram from Terminal 1 to the city centre, running until midnight — just tap your contactless debit or credit card, no transport card needed (landing at Terminal 2? a free shuttle takes you to Terminal 1). The Havaş airport bus is another option. If you'd like a driver waiting with your name, our trusted transfer partners offer private transfers at a fixed price — handy for groups of 3–6 with luggage.
Transfers & transport guide →Where should I stay in Antalya?+
Kaleiçi for atmosphere and walking everywhere, Konyaaltı for the beach and everyday local life, Lara for sandy beaches and big resorts, and Belek for golf and quiet all-inclusive stays.
Compare the neighbourhoods →Are the walking tours really free?+
Yes. Our Kaleiçi walking tours are tip-based: book a spot for free and, at the end, pay what you felt the walk was worth.
See the walking tours →Is Antalya Local Guide free to use?+
Yes — our top picks in every category, the interactive map and tour bookings are free. If the guide helps you, supporting us with €10 or more (BuyMeACoffee or PayPal) unlocks every hidden spot and insider tip, and keeps the guide independent and ad-free.
