Shopping in Side is as comfortable as it gets. There's no need to rush around the resort in the heat looking for items. The town is compact and small, so you won’t need long trips to do your shopping. Everything is simple – the waterfront, the columned street, and Atatürk Boulevard. These three spots hold all the shopping in Side.
On the waterfront, you'll find many small shops and stalls. These stores are perfect for picking up something on your way to or from the beach. The columned street is home to popular brand-name and upscale stores, where you can find quality jewelry, fur, and leather goods. Atatürk Boulevard is lined with stores selling clothing, footwear, and accessories.
For exclusive coffee, tea, and Eastern spices, visit the Onen market, where prices are quite reasonable. Nearby, there is a large shopping mall, Migros, located at the entrance to the Manavgat area. It offers a wide variety of quality products, from clothing to electronics. Bargaining like at a market isn’t possible here, but the advantage is that products come with warranties, just like in any regular store.
To make your shopping even more convenient and enjoyable, bring Turkish lira with you. Paying in dollars may result in losing money due to exchange rates. Make sure to familiarize yourself with items prohibited for export (such as cultural artifacts, handmade carpets with long histories, etc.).
After your shopping, we recommend relaxing at one of the best spa centers by visiting a Turkish Hammam in Side. You'll enjoy an amazing massage, peeling, algae facial mask, and relaxation in the dry sauna and menthol steam room.
