Antalya walking route: Kaleiçi to Konyaaltı Beach
Explore Antalya, Turkey's top attractions across 1066.6 km, visiting Kaleiçi's charming old town, Düden Waterfalls, Konyaaltı Beach, the ancient ruins of Perge, the Lycian Way near Göynük canyon, the Olympos Cable Car, and the scenic Old Harbor.
- Distance
- 1066.6 km
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Stroll Through Kaleiçi (Antalya Old Town)
- End
- Antalya's Old Harbor
- Stops
- 7
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Stroll Through Kaleiçi (Antalya Old Town) — Old town full of charm, history, and character at the heart of Antalya.
- Visit Düden Waterfalls — Nature attraction where water bursts from cliffs and crashes into the Mediterranean, with upper and lower sections.
- Relax at Konyaaltı Beach — Beach where Antalya locals go to chill.
- Explore the Ancient City of Perge — Ancient ruins site, a gold mine for history enthusiasts.
- Walk the Lycian Way (Göynük canyon) — One of Turkey's most famous long-distance hiking trails with access near Göynük, cutting through pine forests.
- Ride the Olympos Cable Car — Cable car ascending from sea level to Tatala Mountain summit over 2,300 meters high, offering epic views and mountain air.
- Antalya's Old Harbor — Roman era harbor at the edge of the old town, now filled with boats and backed by cliffs.
Useful for your trip
- Tip
- Explore Kaleiçi old town by wandering without a plan through narrow cobbled streets; the further you go, the quieter and more peaceful it becomes.
- Tip
- Visit both upper and lower Düden Waterfalls. Upper falls have walking paths and a cave to walk behind; lower falls drop directly into the sea.
- Tip
- Take a boat trip from Antalya's old harbor; most trips last a few hours and include swimming stops in quiet bays and views of lower Düden waterfall.
- Timing
- Visit carpet drying fields only during summer months when the sun is strong enough to dry carpets. The facility is about 30 minutes north of the city.
- Transport
- Access the Lycian Way near Göynük, where the trail cuts through pine forests with Mediterranean views. Bring good shoes, sunscreen, and plenty of water.
- Tip
- Konyaaltı Beach is pebbled with clear water, backed by mountains, and has a promenade with palm trees, cafes, and bike paths ideal for walking or cycling.
- Tip
- Explore Perge ancient city at your own pace without crowds. Highlights include the colonaded road with original water channel and a stadium that held thousands.
- Food
- In the Bazaar District, shopkeepers offer apple tea and Turkish coffee while you browse. Haggling is common but done with smiles.
- Tip
- For a road trip, visit Aspendos Theater east of Antalya; it's one of the best preserved Roman theaters in the world and still hosts performances.
- Tip
- Grab tea or watch the sunset at the Roman harbor in Kaleiçi's edge, which is now filled with boats and backed by cliffs.
Video on this route
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