Kaş, Turkey: 7 places to see along a 67 km coastal route

Explore the coastal attractions around Kaş, Turkey on a 67 km route featuring Patara Beach with its UNESCO-listed Xanthos ruins, the charming Kaş Old Town with whitewashed houses, dramatic Kaputas Beach, scenic D400 Highway Viewpoints, sections of the Lycian Way hiking trail, and the ancient Phellos site.

Distance
67.0 km
Duration
13 h 24 min
Mode
route
Start
Patara Beach and Xanthos
End
Phellos
Stops
7
Video author
travmap
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Stops on this route

  1. Patara Beach and Xanthos — Ancient Lycian city ruins adjacent to Turkey's longest sandy beach, offering both archaeological exploration and Mediterranean swimming in one location.
  2. Kas Old Town — Charming harbor quarter featuring whitewashed Ottoman-era houses, narrow winding streets, and waterfront restaurants overlooking the Aegean Sea.
  3. Kaputas Beach — Hidden cove nestled between limestone cliffs accessible by steep stone stairs, rewarding visitors with turquoise waters and dramatic coastal scenery.
  4. Kaş
  5. D400 Highway Viewpoints — Scenic highway winding down into Kaş with multiple pullover points offering breathtaking coastal and cliff views of the Mediterranean and town below.
  6. Lycian Way — Ancient trekking route running through Kaş with multiple sections offering gorgeous bay views, accessible hiking options from flat to challenging terrain.
  7. Phellos — Ancient Lycian city ruins accessible via hiking the Lycian Way, offering downhill trails with spectacular bay vistas and cultural heritage sites.

Useful for your trip

Transport
Kaş is located about 188km west of Antalya. You can book a rental car to explore the area and stop at viewpoints along the D400 highway.
Timing
Visit Patara Beach during turtle nesting season in summer months. The beach is a protected archaeological zone, so it never feels crowded despite being Turkey's longest beach.
Avoid
Kaputaş Beach can attract large crowds during summer months. It's small and tucked between cliffs, so plan an early visit or go in shoulder season.
Tip
It is forbidden to swim, snorkel, or dive around the sunken city at Kekova Island. You can only explore it by boat tour and view the underwater ruins from above water.
Tip
Hike a section of the Lycian Way from Mermaid Beach to Limanağzı Bay. It's relatively flat, about 3km one way, and the bay is only accessible on foot or by boat with clear waters.
Transport
You can book a ferry to/from Greece from Kaş. Ferry tickets can be booked through FerryHopper.
Tip
Visit Xanthos, a UNESCO World Heritage site near Patara Beach. The ancient Lycian language is inscribed on rocks throughout the ruins.
Tip
The ancient city of Myra in Demre (45km away, about 30 minutes drive) features Lycian rock tombs built into cliff faces and a restored Roman theater.
Tip
In Kaş Old Town, there is a Greek Hellenistic-style theater on the edge of town accessible by a short 15-minute walk from the main area.
Tip
Kaş is less commercialized than Antalya, attracting fewer crowds while maintaining its charm. It's known for whitewashed houses and a chill vibe.
Transport
Kaputaş Beach is located 21km west of Kaş town. You can visit by car and park in small lots along the highway, or take a boat.

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