Antalya walking route: Hadrian's Gate to Perge Ancient City
Explore Antalya's top attractions across an 83.7 km route featuring ancient Roman sites like Hadrian's Gate and Perge Ancient City, natural wonders including Lower Duden Waterfall and Kursunlu Waterfall, and coastal highlights such as Lara Beach and Karaalioglu Park. The route combines cultural heritage, outdoor activities, and scenic Mediterranean views in Turkey's Turkish Riviera.
- Distance
- 83.7 km
- Duration
- 16 h 45 min
- Mode
- route
- Start
- Lower Duden Waterfall
- End
- Lara Beach
- Stops
- 10
- Video author
- travmap
- Updated
Stops on this route
- Lower Duden Waterfall — Dramatic waterfall that cascades into the water
- Get A Tour — Guided excursions exploring Antalya's archaeological sites, coastal landscapes, and cultural landmarks with expert local knowledge.
- Kursunlu Waterfall — Cascading waterfall surrounded by lush pine forest, offering scenic trails and natural pools for swimming and picnicking.
- Perge Ancient City — Roman archaeological site on outskirts of Antalya
- Turkish Food
- Ride ATV — Off-road adventure through Antalya's rugged terrain and mountain trails, combining adrenaline with panoramic views of surrounding landscape.
- Heart of Antalya — Large observation ferris wheel
- Karaalioglu Park — Park adjacent to old town and marina
- Hadrian's Gate — Triumphal arch built in honor of Roman Emperor Hadrian
- Lara Beach — Popular sandy beach along the Turkish Riviera
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Boat tours on the Mediterranean typically cost around 14 USD and last 1-1.5 hours. Sunset cruises with alcohol and music are available.
- Tip
- Upper Duden Waterfall has a 10 Turkish lira entrance fee (about 50 cents). Bus transportation available for around 5 lira.
- Tip
- Kursunlu Waterfall entrance is 16 Turkish lira (about 60 cents). The hike to lower falls is intermediate level difficulty.
- Food
- Restaurants along Duden River offer Turkish food with river views. Search TripAdvisor for 'restaurants along the river' or ask tour drivers for recommendations.
- Tip
- Perge Ancient City entrance costs 100 Turkish lira (about 1.25 USD). It features an amphitheater and intact pillars.
- Timing
- Aqua Park is seasonal, primarily operating late spring and summer months. Best visited on hot days.
- Transport
- Alanya is about 2 hours 11 minutes east via Mersin highway. Paragliding at Oludeniz is about 2.5 hours away.
- Tip
- Paragliding at Oludeniz costs around 2,400 Turkish lira (90 USD). Quad safaris cost about 25 USD per person for 3-hour expeditions.
- Save money
- Get a professional tour in an air-conditioned van with a local guide to see places you'd otherwise miss and get restaurant recommendations.
- Tip
- Hidirlik Tower is a free activity overlooking the Mediterranean. Best visited around sunset for great photos.
- Food
- Turkish food features Donner Kebab, seafood (octopus, lobster, shrimp), casseroles, lamb dishes, and various breads. Turkish delight and pistachio ice cream are popular desserts.
- Where to stay
- Look for resort hotels with large pools and jacuzzis for relaxation days between activities. Boutique hotels in old town Kaleici offer rustic atmosphere options.
Video on this route
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