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About Manavgat

Manavgat is the busy market town beside Side — 80 km from Antalya Airport, famous for its riverside bazaar and the wide waterfall a few kilometres upstream.

Manavgat feels like the working heart of the eastern Antalya coast: a real Turkish river town rather than a resort. Mornings smell of grilled trout and roasting corn by the waterfall; market days fill the lanes with haggling and colour; and just minutes away the pace shifts to the pine-shaded canyons of the Taurus or the sandy beaches and ancient ruins of Side. It is unpolished, lively and authentic, a place where local life and holiday Turkey overlap.

Best season

April to June and September to October are ideal: the river and waterfall run full, the Green Canyon is comfortable for cruising, and the heat is pleasant rather than punishing. July and August are hot and busy but perfect for the beaches and cool dam-lake swims. Winter is quiet and mild, good for the market and waterfall but too cool for most water activities.

Hidden gem · A Riverside Trout Lunch Above the Falls

Skip the souvenir crowds at the waterfall viewpoint and head to one of the wooden-platform restaurants built out over the river just upstream. Tables sit almost on the water, fed by the same cold mountain current, and the speciality is fresh trout, grilled or pan-fried. It is where local families actually eat, far cheaper and calmer than the tourist terraces, with the rush of the Manavgat River as your soundtrack.

What Manavgat is famous for

Six reasons people choose Manavgat

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

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Manavgat Waterfall

Not tall but unforgettable: a broad curtain of river barely 4 metres high yet some 40 metres wide, thundering over a low rock shelf. It runs hardest in spring and autumn, framed by riverside terraces where you sip tea to its roar.

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Manavgat River Boat Trips

The town's signature outing glides downstream from the waterfall toward the river mouth and the open Mediterranean. Slow, scenic and family-friendly, with reed banks, swimming stops and fish lunches along the way.

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The Big Weekly Market

One of the largest open-air bazaars on the Turkish Riviera spills through the side streets on Mondays and Thursdays. Textiles, leather, spices, fresh produce and souvenirs; the covered bazaar in the centre trades every day.

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Green Canyon

Born when Oymapınar Dam flooded a Taurus gorge, this fjord-like reservoir glows emerald and turquoise between steep pine cliffs. Double-decker boats cruise its still, glassy water, kept cold year-round by underground springs.

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Gateway to Side

Manavgat is the modern town behind ancient Side, roughly 7 km south on the coast. The Roman theatre, the seafront Temple of Apollo and a long sweep of sandy beach sit just 15 minutes away.

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Oymapınar Dam

A dramatic 185-metre arch dam completed in 1984 on the Manavgat River, holding back the Green Canyon reservoir. Its sheer concrete wall against turquoise water is a striking photo stop and the launch point for lake cruises.

What to do

Things to do in Manavgat

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

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Cruise the Green Canyon

Board a double-decker boat from near Oymapınar Dam for a half-day on the emerald reservoir. Expect swimming breaks in the cold spring-fed water, a buffet lunch on board and slow drifts beneath towering pine cliffs.

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Visit the Waterfall

Walk the short riverside path to the famous wide cascade, cross the viewing bridges and feel the spray. Time it for spring or autumn when the flow is at its most powerful and the terraces less crowded.

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Take a River Boat Trip

Drift down the Manavgat River toward the sea on a relaxed sightseeing cruise. Many trips pause for a swim where the river meets the Mediterranean and serve lunch at a riverbank restaurant.

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Shop the Weekly Market

Come on a Monday or Thursday morning for the sprawling open-air bazaar. Bargain for textiles, leather, spices and Turkish sweets; arrive between 9am and noon when everything is freshest and liveliest.

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Explore Ancient Side

Just south on the coast, wander Side's Roman theatre, colonnaded streets and the photogenic seafront Temple of Apollo, then cool off on the sandy beaches that flank the old town.

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Raft or Jeep the Taurus

Use Manavgat as a base for white-water rafting on mountain rivers and jeep safaris into the Taurus foothills, often combined with the Green Canyon and waterfall in a single day.

Worth seeing

Must-see sights near Manavgat

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

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Manavgat Waterfall

The town's icon: a low but immensely wide and forceful sheet of river water, ringed by tea gardens and fish restaurants on the banks of the fast-flowing Manavgat River.

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Oymapınar Dam & Green Lake

A soaring 185-metre arch dam from 1984 whose reservoir forms the Green Canyon. The contrast of grey concrete, turquoise water and dark pine slopes is the area's standout landscape.

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Ancient Side

A former Greco-Roman port a short drive away, with a grand theatre, ancient agora, museum and the famous Temple of Apollo standing right on the Mediterranean shore.

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Manavgat Old Bridge & Mosque

In town, the riverside Manavgat Grand Mosque and the historic stone bridge over the river anchor the everyday centre, an easy stroll from the daily covered bazaar.

Trip tricks

Travel tips for Manavgat transfers

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

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Pre-Book Your Transfer

Manavgat sits about 68 km east of Antalya Airport, around 55 minutes by car. Public transport means changing buses and trams and can take three hours, so a pre-booked private transfer to your hotel is by far the simplest arrival.

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Plan Around Market Days

The huge open-air market only runs Mondays and Thursdays. Schedule your visit for one of those mornings, and remember the covered town bazaar is open daily if you miss it.

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Bring Swim Gear for the Canyon

Green Canyon and dam-lake cruises include swimming stops, but the spring-fed water stays cold all year. Pack a swimsuit and towel, and consider water shoes for the rocky boarding platforms.

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Carry Some Cash

Market stalls, riverside restaurants and small boat operators often prefer cash, and bargaining is expected at the bazaar. Bring Turkish lira for the best prices and easier transactions.

Antalya Airport (AYT)

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FAQ

Manavgat transfer · frequently asked

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

How far is Manavgat from Antalya Airport (AYT)?

Manavgat is roughly 68 km east of Antalya Airport along the coastal highway. By private car the drive takes about 55 minutes in normal traffic; allow longer in peak summer season when the road is busy.

What is the best way to get from Antalya Airport to Manavgat?

A private airport transfer is the easiest and fastest option, taking you door to door in under an hour. Public transport is possible but involves a tram and bus changes and can take around three hours, so most visitors pre-book a transfer.

Is Manavgat the same as Side?

No, but they are very close. Manavgat is the larger inland town on the river, while Side is the ancient seaside resort about 7 km south, roughly 15 minutes away. Many people stay in the Side beach zones and visit Manavgat for the waterfall and market.

Can I visit the Green Canyon and waterfall on the same trip?

Yes. The Manavgat Waterfall and Oymapınar Dam, which forms the Green Canyon, are only about 12 km apart, so many tours and private drivers combine the waterfall, a canyon boat cruise and sometimes the market into one day.

When is the Manavgat market held?

The big open-air market takes over the side streets on Mondays and Thursdays, busiest and freshest between about 9am and noon. The covered bazaar in the town centre trades every day of the week.

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About Manavgat

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Travel tips for Manavgat transfers

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