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Side tours and excursions

Side Excursions offer an unparalleled journey through Turkey's magnificent natural and cultural historical places. As the premier travel agency in Side, My Side Tours ensures that every adventure is infused with excitement and research. From exciting day trips scouting Antalya's ancient wonders to immersive experiences in Side's historic sites, we curate the best excursions tailored to your interests. Plunge the enchanting world of Side with our expert guides and uncover the secrets of this mesmerizing destination. Check Side Excursions prices and start on a journey of a lifetime with us today!

 

What to see, where to go from Side?

 

The resort village of Side in Turkey, located on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. Side is a small town famous for its rich history. It was founded in the seventh century BC by the Greeks and later passed into the hands of one conqueror to another. Most of the time this city was under the rule of the Romans. For this reason, today all tourists vacationing here can admire the architectural values and various types of attractions left over from the time of the Romans.


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The hot climate and sandy beaches allowed the tourism infrastructure in this city to develop rather qualitatively and quickly. Side has been very popular among Turkish guests for a very long time and is famous for its cozy luxury hotels. In addition, Side also has small boutique hotels and a large selection of conventional residential apartments, where anyone can find a home to their liking. In addition, excursions in Side are very popular among the guests of our city.


Temple of Apollo

 

One of the main attractions of the city is the famous temple of the well-known ancient Greek god Apollo. The construction was about eight hundred years old until the tenth century, when a strong earthquake happened. Today, only ruins and ruins have remained from this majestic building. You can see and get to know the remains of this temple on the seashore, where, blending in with the painting of nature, it created a real harmony. You can visit this place by going on excursions in Side from the My Side Tours company!

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Antique amphitheater

 

The estimated time of construction falls on the time of the possession of the Romans these territories. This amphitheater has been very well preserved despite its age. Its capacity was up to twenty thousand spectators at a time. And the acoustics and the unique shape of the structure allows you to see the whole stage very well and hear even a whisper on the stage from the last, highest line.

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Aqueduct of ancient Rome

 

It is considered one of the most important buildings of the civilization of ancient Rome. It is a well-oiled water supply system, thanks to which water was delivered to the city using stone aqueducts. Such structures can be seen all over the Mediterranean coast, which reminds us of how great the progress of that civilization was.

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Museum in Side

 

In this archaeological museum, you can get acquainted with entertaining exhibitions collected during archaeological excavations. Large parts of the items were discovered in the twentieth century. Here you can see the sarcophagi, reliefs, statues and various elements of the city structure. The museum is located in the halls that once had baths here since Roman times.

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Things to do in Side Turkey

 

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Beach in Side

The beaches in the city of Side are divided into two parts: western and eastern beaches. The western one is considered a public area and is located along the embankment of the city. And the eastern beach is owned by certain hotels. The western beach has a fairly developed infrastructure, and on the eastern beaches, the provision of service is given to certain hotels, which include the nearby beach. If you get bored of lying on the beach, on our website you can familiarize yourself with the excursion programs in Side to diversify your vacation.

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Aspendos Bridge

 

A bridge was built on the Kepryulyuchay river in the thirteenth century, by the Seljuk Turks who ruled and owned these lands at that time. 225 long and about six meters wide. It was built with five wide stone arches. Due to the displacement of the supports from their original places, the bridge looks a little humped.

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City walls

 

The walls of the city are the remains of the second century BC. Finding fortifications falls towards the mainland. And the part located on the side of the bay, in our days, could no longer reach. Over the centuries, this wall was destroyed many times, and then rebuilt and for this reason, today it looks like a heaped independent building, which has several levels.

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You can see many things in Side for yourself. First of all, you can go to the old city where you can see the Temple of Apollo and the ancient city of Side. Visit the city museum or the famous Aspendos bridge, visit the Aspendos amphitheater or Manavgat waterfall, visit places such as Altinbeshik cave and Tazi canyon from Side.

The best excursions in Side in recent years are excursions to the most important sights of Turkey. Among the tours nearby in Side, the following is popular: Dolphin Island, Manavgat Waterfall, Altinbeshik Cave, river rafting, Aspendos. You will also enjoy sailing the sea on a ship, or go on a safari on off-road vehicles or on Quad Bikes. Among the long-distance excursions: Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Lake Salda.

Side is one of the most prestigious leading resorts in Antalya with a well-developed infrastructure and a variety of attractions. The beaches in Side are some of the best in the region. There are mainly sandy beaches with a very convenient entrance to the sea. Occasionally you can come across pebbles on the beach and very rarely some stones or slabs. If we divide them also into categories, then the beaches of Kumkoy will be more popular with young people, as there are many parties for young people. And for people who prefer a quieter vacation, Kyzylagach beach is more suitable. The city beach itself is an ideal choice for families with children. If, first of all, on vacation, good conditions on the shore, convenient entrance to the sea and a sandy beach are important for you, then Side is perfect for you.

The bazaar in Side is open on Thursdays once a week as it is a moving market and every day of the week it happens in different locations of the region. Unfortunately, there is no one point where the bazaar is located, so before setting off, check with the locals where it is located on that day.

Cappadocia is located 506 kilometers from Side and 6 hours by bus. Despite such a considerable distance, Side is the closest tourist region of Antalya to Cappadocia. To get from Side to Cappadocia, the best choice is an excursion with a travel agency. Since this will be the most profitable and most convenient way for you. You can get to this point on your own or by plane, but all this will take the same amount of time as on a tour, however, without a guide, unaccompanied and much more expensive.

The ancient city of Side is located in the very center of the city itself, where guests, having a rest here, can get very easily. Remains from ancient Roman buildings still hide secrets here and attract tourists here every year from all over the world. In the old town of Side you can see: the Temple of Apollo, the ancient theater, ruins and ruins, destroyed and dilapidated structures, buildings and columns

In order to spend a full-fledged vacation in Side, you need to spend enough time both on the beach and visiting the sights, you need 10-14 days in Side Turkey. Since you will need 3.4 days on the beach to get a good quality tan, 1.2 days can be allocated for shopping in Side, as well as at least another 3.4 days for visiting attractions.