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Antalya City Airport Transfer

Old town, marina and Mediterranean buzz.

13 km
AYT · 18 min
140 km
GZP · 115 min
About Antalya City

About Antalya City

Antalya city centre and Kaleiçi (Old Town) blend Ottoman alleys with a working Roman harbour — 13 km from Antalya Airport.

A rare city that is equally an ancient port, a beach resort and a modern Mediterranean metropolis. Mornings wander cobbled Kaleiçi lanes past Roman gates and tea gardens; afternoons drift to long Blue Flag beaches with the Taurus Mountains rising behind; evenings glow over harbour seafood and rooftop bars. Antalya feels lived-in and unhurried, history woven through everyday city life rather than roped off behind glass.

Best season
April to early June and September to October are the sweet spots: warm, sunny days around 25-30°C, swimmable sea and thinner crowds. July and August are reliably hot (often 34°C+) and busiest, ideal for committed beach days. Winters stay mild and green, perfect for sightseeing in Kaleiçi and museum visits, though the sea is cool for swimming.
Hidden gem · Karaalioğlu Park & the Hıdırlık Tower
On the clifftop just south of Kaleiçi, this leafy promenade ends at the squat Roman-era Hıdırlık Tower. Almost every visitor crowds the harbour, but few walk here for the quietest, most cinematic sunset in the city, with the whole Gulf of Antalya and the Beydağları range turning gold over the sea.
What Antalya City is famous for

Six reasons people choose Antalya City

The standout features that set Antalya City apart from every other Antalya region.

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Kaleiçi Old Town
Antalya's walled heart, a maze of cobbled lanes, restored Ottoman mansions and the iconic fluted Yivli Minaret. Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman layers stack within a few hundred metres.
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Two Famous Beaches
Pebbly, mountain-framed Konyaaltı stretches west of the centre, while golden-sand Lara runs east past the resort strip. Both fly the Blue Flag for clean, clear water.
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Düden Waterfalls
The Lower Düden plunges roughly 40 m straight off a cliff into the Mediterranean near Lara, best seen from a boat. The Upper Düden flows through a shady park with a walk-behind cave.
Old Harbour & Marina
A horseshoe-shaped marina tucked below the cliffs, once Antalya's Roman-era trading port. Today gulets and yachts bob beside waterfront seafood restaurants and boat-tour kiosks.
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Antalya Museum
One of the world's richest Roman-period collections, anchored by sculptures from nearby Perge: the famous Dancing Woman in black-and-white marble, gods, emperors and elaborate sarcophagi.
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Tünektepe Cable Car
A glass-cabin teleferik climbs the coastal hill behind Konyaaltı to 618 m, opening up a sweeping panorama of the gulf, the city and the snow-tipped Taurus Mountains beyond.
What to do

Things to do in Antalya City

A short-list our drivers and dispatchers recommend after dropping guests at their hotel.

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Wander Kaleiçi
Lose yourself in the old town's lanes of restored timber houses, courtyard cafés, carpet shops and the Yivli Minaret, then pause for Turkish tea in a vine-shaded garden.
Take a Harbour Boat Tour
Board a gulet from the old marina for a cruise along the cliffs to see the Lower Düden Waterfall tumbling into the sea, plus swim stops in coves you can't reach by land.
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Beach Day at Konyaaltı or Lara
Spread out on Konyaaltı's clear pebbled shoreline beneath the mountains, or head to Lara's soft golden sand and gentle shallows, both lined with cafés and watersports.
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Ride Up Tünektepe
Glide up the cable car to the 618 m summit for a revolving-restaurant lunch or a coffee on the terrace, with the entire gulf and city laid out below you.
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Picnic at Upper Düden
Escape to the shady riverside park where the Upper Düden cascades over a cave you can walk behind, an easy, cooling half-day trip from the centre.
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Eat by the Old Harbour
Settle into a waterfront table for grilled fish, meze and a sunset view, or browse the fresh catch and have it cooked to order right at the marina.
Worth seeing

Must-see sights near Antalya City

All reachable on a half-day or full-day private Mercedes tour.

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Hadrian's Gate
A triple-arched marble triumphal gate built for Emperor Hadrian's visit in AD 130. Known locally as Üçkapılar (Three Gates), it is the grand ceremonial entrance into Kaleiçi from the east.
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Antalya Museum
Halls of gods, emperors and sarcophagi filled with masterpieces from Perge, including the celebrated two-tone marble Dancing Woman and a superb Roman copy of the Farnese Heracles.
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Lower Düden Waterfall
A dramatic cliff-edge fall dropping straight into the Mediterranean near Lara, fed by underground rivers from the Taurus. Floodlit and glowing after dark, it is best framed from the sea.
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Yivli Minaret & Hıdırlık Tower
Antalya's fluted-brick Yivli Minaret is the city's enduring symbol, while the cylindrical Roman Hıdırlık Tower guards the clifftop edge of the old town above the harbour.
Trip tricks

Travel tips for Antalya City transfers

What we tell every guest before they fly in. Save these on your phone before landing.

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Wear Flat, Grippy Shoes
Kaleiçi's cobblestones and slopes get slick and uneven, especially after rain. Comfortable, low-heeled shoes make a full day of old-town exploring far easier.
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Pack Water Shoes for Konyaaltı
Konyaaltı is a pebble beach with a steepish entry into the water. Water shoes save sore feet, while Lara's soft sand needs none, handy to know before you pick a beach.
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Plan Around Midday Heat
In high summer, tackle sightseeing and the museum in the morning, retreat to the beach or shade midday, and save the harbour and old town for the cooler evening.
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Skip the Hire Car in the Centre
Kaleiçi is largely pedestrian with scarce, pricey parking. A private door-to-door transfer plus walking, trams and taxis is far less stressful than driving the old town.
FAQ

Antalya City transfer · frequently asked

Quick answers about transfers, distance and what to expect on arrival.

How far is Antalya Airport from the city centre (Kaleiçi)?

Antalya Airport (AYT) sits about 15 km east of the old town. A private transfer to Kaleiçi typically takes 20-30 minutes depending on traffic, and reaching the Lara resort strip is even quicker since it lies on the same side as the airport.

What's the best way to get from AYT to my Antalya hotel?

A pre-booked private transfer is the simplest option, meeting you at arrivals and driving directly to your door, which is ideal with luggage, families or late flights. There are also public buses and the airport tram, but they involve changes and walking, slower if your hotel is in Kaleiçi or on Lara.

Is Antalya City good for both beaches and sightseeing?

Yes, that's its appeal. You can spend the morning among Roman gates, the Antalya Museum and Kaleiçi's old streets, then be on Konyaaltı or Lara beach within minutes. Few Mediterranean cities pack history, a working harbour and Blue Flag beaches into such a compact area.

When is the best time to visit Antalya?

April to early June and September to October offer warm, sunny weather (around 25-30°C), a swimmable sea and fewer crowds. July and August are hottest and busiest for full beach holidays, while mild winters are excellent for culture and city sightseeing.

Can I do day trips from Antalya City by transfer?

Absolutely. Antalya makes a great base for private day trips to Perge and Aspendos ancient cities, the Düden and Kurşunlu waterfalls, Side, or even Pamukkale's terraces further afield. A private car with a driver is the most flexible way to reach sites that public transport serves poorly.

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