We are in Antalya after being dropped off by our guide Dogan and driver at our Airbnb apartment. We will be calling Antalya home for the next seven days. For most of our time here, we will be on our own to explore the city. After which we will have Meral back with us for the last two days of our stay; we are looking forward to her return. This post, “Our Amazing Guide To Antalya And Nearby Stunning Ruins,” is our fifth in a series of posts. We document our adventures and visits as we travel across Turkey with ITT Group Turkey. We purchased this Turkey tour package while visiting Pamukkale. This post promises to be informative as we did several things on our own while in Antalya. Things then ramped up significantly once Meral and the driver arrived. We will describe our visits to the ruins of Termessos, Karain Cave (day one), ruins of Perge, Aspendos (Theater, City, and Aqua duct), and Sillyon ruins (day two). Termessos and Sillyon are two cities that Alexander the Great could not defeat.
Amazing Guide To Antalya (map)
Antalya has so much to offer the tourist, from its nightlife to the bazaars that sell pretty much everything, need it or not. We did partake in some of what Antalya offers, be it just a tiny piece. Our Airbnb was near oldtown, so most of our time was spent in this area. The time of year also played into our plans as we visited in March. Not what you would call the best time of year to enjoy Antalya as a warm-weather destination. We enjoyed ourselves just the same; one of the best places we visited was the Archeological Museum; the displays were simply remarkable, some of the best we have seen while in Turkey.
Archeological Museum Of Antalya A Must Visit (map)
We visited the Antalya Archeological Museum on the recommendation of some friends that we met in Tbilisi, Georgia. The museum is incredible; the sculptures are unbelievable and so very beautiful. Another section of the museum that stuck out for us was the sarcophaguses; these were so detailed with intricate figures. Truly amazing, the best examples of any sarcophaguses we have seen to date, excellent condition.
Archaeological Museum of Antalya boasts an exhibition space of 30,000 square meters. The museum’s exposition is organized chronologically and thematically, making the rich history of Antalya Province easy to understand and follow. The exhibits are arranged in large halls, all having different themes. The museum showcases all the best finds from all the major excavation sites in the surrounding area. A visit to see the entire museum will take a minimum of two hours.
We took 3 + hours as we had the audio guide (highly recommend) and took many pictures of the displays. We are not your typical tourist as we have a passion for seeing antiquities of all kinds. While visiting the museum, we found several locations that we added to our have to visit list; these were Karain Cave, Çatalhöyük, and Termessos Ruins. I’m proud to say that we were able to see all of these plus many others.
What does it cost to visit Antalya Archeological Museum
- Ticket price 55 TL
- Audio Guide 35 TL
Wander The Labyrinth Of Old Town Antalya
Wandering through Old Town is like walking through a Labyrinth as the streets are narrow, and there appears to be no rhyme or reason to the pattern. Here, you will find many shops catering to tourists from nice restaurants, a Hamam, and souvenir shops. There is something for everyone. Be forewarned that prices in the oldtown area are higher than you will find anywhere else. Saying that the area has its own beauty and should be visited at least once.
Stroll Through Hadrian’s Gate (map)
Hadrian’s Gate was built in 130 AD to commemorate the visit of Emperor Hadrian to Attaleia (Antalya). The gate was incorporated into the walls surrounding the city and has become a major gateway to the city and tourist photo stop. Hadrian’s Gate stands by the Atatürk Boulevard in the center of Antalya. It can be reached on foot, during a walkthrough by Kaleiçi historic district, or by tram. The tram line runs right by the monument, and the stop is called, fittingly, Hadrian. The gate is the main attraction and easy to find; just look for people taking selfies!
Take A Boat Tour And See Antalya From The Sea (map)
If you head down to the old marine, there are many 1-hour charters that you can take; the cost is 100 TL per person. We decided to take one just to see what Antalya looks like from the sea. The boat ride is interesting enough, as the views are nice. Be cautious as they try to sell drinks or photos that nobody really needs. Take it for what it is, and you will enjoy the ride.
Take in the Views from the Roman Fortress (map)
This Roman Fortress was built in the 2nd century; a 14-meter-high circular tower watches over Antalya’s old harbor from high above on the edge of Karaalioğlu Park. No one is sure what its function was, but it probably acted as a watchtower or lighthouse over the busy port. Now it’s a wonderful spot to watch the sunset or get that panoramic view over the old harbor area. The park itself is excellent for picnicking and a tranquil place to just sit and relax and watch the people enjoying themselves.
Enjoy A Turkish Hamam (bath)
We have come to enjoy the Turkish Hamam; we try to visit one whenever we can; Antalya was no different. This experience all started when we visited Tbilisi, Georgia, as they have their famous Sulpur baths, which can be found in the Abanotubani neighborhood in Old Tbilisi. The Hamam consists of a thorough scrub (Kese in Turkish) of the body than a rinse. After which the soap massage is done with a sponge and soap as the masseur rubs out all of the kinks in your body as you slip and slide a bit on the heated stone.
The cost of Hamam varies as there are add-ons that add to the experience; they may include an oil massage, facial, mask, etc. We have found that the basic cost of the Hamam is around 200 TL. Another interesting experience that you may have at the Hamam is communication with the staff as we have found very few speak English. Bring your phone so that you can translate or play a game of charades (this is always fun).
You should try the Hamam at least once if given the opportunity as it is a relaxing experience that I’m sure you will enjoy. The first time is always an experience that’s half the fun.
Shop In The Many Bazaars Found In Antalya
Oh, the bazaars, who doesn’t like visiting the local bazaars. From Turkey to Mexico to Thailand, they may go by many names, but they are all places where you can shop for unique items. Be that a souvenir from your travels, or for us, it’s spices; we love to cook, so spices are a big part of what we look for. Local spices are inexpensive, unique flavors, reminders of your trip, and fresh, so much better than store-bought spices you get back home.
The local bazaars are plentiful and have everything that you might be looking for. They are a great place to shop if you are cooking at home as all their fruits and vegetables are fresh and maybe unique to that particular area. Then don’t forget fresh fish when by the sea. All of this makes for a perfectly home-cooked meal.
Another aspect of the local bazaars is to get a glimpse of what life is truly like for the local people. These markets are a place to converse, experience local foods and just experience life at a different pace. We love the experience that these bazaars present to us; it makes you appreciate what you have as well as wonder what it might be like to live there.
What Else To Do In Antalya
Antalya is situated on the coast and offers so much to see and do. Depending on the season, water sports are a big thing, paragliding, river rafting, diving, fishing, and so much more. Walking around downtown or the internet will provide you with access to all these activities. Don’t forget that Antalya has an incredible aquarium, the longest tunnel in the world; unfortunately, we missed that.
Antalya’s Nearby Stunning Ruins
Meral and our driver with ITT Group Turkey have rejoined us here in Antalya for the last two days of our stay; things will get a lot more interesting and fun now. We have lots of places to see before making our way onto Cappadocia. Traveling with a guide and driver definitely has its perks; we certainly have no regrets about purchasing our Turkey tour package from ITT Group Turkey. It’s been great; they can do the same for you, a custom package, affordable and once in a lifetime experience. Without further ado, let’s get going.
Day One In Antalya With Our Guide Visiting Ruins
Ruins Of Termessos Beautiful And Stunning Atop Of A Mountain (map)
Our first destination with Meral starts with a trip to the ruins of Termessos, a 35 km drive from Antalya. Termessos is one of the most interesting ancient sites in the area, known for its incredible theater and views. It’s a spectacular Pisidian city built on top of the Taurus Mountains at an elevation of approximately 1050 meters. Termessos is one of two places that Alexander the Great couldn’t capture despite his siege in 333 BC; the other is Sillyon.
The end to the prosperity and existence of Termessos came with an earthquake that destroyed the aqueduct supplying drinking water to the city. The exact year of this event has not been determined, although it is known that even in the period of early Christianity, Termessos was the seat of the bishop. By the 5th century AD, the city was completely deserted, and from that time until its discovery by modern travelers, it fell into oblivion.
Visiting the ruins of Termessis was magical as one has to make your way up a path to reach the start of the ruins, where we found the Gymnasium and baths. From here, we made our way to the theater; Meral had promised a stunning theater with views to match, and she delivered on that promise. The views and the theater are beautiful as they are stunning; pictures do not do them justice; this is a place that you need to see for yourself.
After leaving this incredible theater, we make our way toward other parts of the ruined city to discover equally amazing sights. We find Heroon of Termessos, Osbaras stoa of Termessos, Agora, Misc Temples, Parliament, and many other ruins. Maybe not as jaw-dropping stunning as the theater but incredibly magnificent in their own right.
As we leave this magical place, Meral has a surprise, there is another way down from the ruins of Termessos, and it has its own unique sights to see and marvel at. This path is located on the other side of the ravine from the path you take up to the ruins. Going this way adds to the whole experience as there are some rock tombs as well as tombs cut into the face of the mountain. The walk down is not a difficult walk, and it does come out at the parking lot, well worth taking.
As we exit, we find ourselves at the Temple of Artemis and Hadrian of Termessos. We thoroughly enjoyed visiting the ruins of Termessos, and we spent about 3 hours here wandering around like little kids in a candy store. I can not recommend Termessos enough; if you have any interest in ruins or history, this is a must-see. At a minimum, the views of the mountains are worth the visit themselves.
Aspendos may get all the tourism fame, but Termessos, 34 kilometers northwest of Antalya, beats it hands down for atmosphere.
What does it cost to visit Termessos Ruins
- The ticket price is 12.5 TL
Wear sturdy shoes and take plenty of water if you want to fully explore this site.
Karain Cave Incredible Old History (map)
Karain Cave is one of those places of great historical importance. Moreover, extensive knowledge about prehistory and a vivid imagination are necessary in order to fully appreciate this place. This cave, located near Antalya, was continuously inhabited by the ancestors of the modern man for at least 25,000 years and is the largest of Turkish caves where traces of prehistoric human activities have been found.
The oldest traces of human occupation that have been discovered in Karain Cave go back to the early Paleolithic, i.e., 200,000 years ago. The fragment of Homo Neanderthals skull found in the cave has been dated to this period. Researchers were able to confirm the continuity of human presence in the cave for a period of more than 25,000 years, from the Mesolithic, through the Neolithic and the Chalcolithic, to the Bronze Age. In the Iron Age, and more precisely, in the time of Greek colonization of Asia Minor, the cave was probably used as a religious shrine, as evidenced by the decorations carved into the rock in front of the cave entrance.
We learned about the existence of this cave while visiting the Archeological Museum in Antalya. We thought then that we would want to visit as its history dates back 200000 years. As always, Meral was up to visit this historical site. Karian Cave is located 35kms northwest of Antalya; getting there by car or taxi. Getting to the cave entrance is a climb of 476 steps, a wee bit exhausting; bring water, especially when it’s hot out. I would also recommend bringing a flashlight as the lighting is poor inside the cave.
Entering the cave, you will find that the floor can be slippery as it is wet from the moisture, so be careful. You will also hear the screeching of the bats as there are many to be found on the roof of the cave, there is nothing to worry about. The cave seems to extend into the mountain by about 200 to 300 meters; I’m guessing on that but not that far.
I’ll be honest; there isn’t much to see here; I’m not sorry we went, just thought we might see some wall painting or something. In saying that, there is a lot of graffiti inside the caves, so if there was something, it would all be long gone by now. Too bad people have such little respect for things they do not understand. We spent maybe 30 minutes looking around before heading down the stairs, glad to go down rather than up.
What does it cost to visit Karain Cave
- The ticket price is 12.5 TL
- There are 476 steps leading to the cave; it’s a bit of a climb
Day Two In Antalya With Our Guide Visiting More Ruins
Ruins Of Perge A Stunning Site Large And Impressive (map)
Perge ruins are located 18 kilometers (11 miles) from Antalya. It was first settled by the Hittites around 1500 BC, then Alexander the Great in the 4th century BC. After the 2nd century BC, the Romans ruled Perge, during which time the city prospered, especially under the reign of Hadrian. Perge is also famous for the fact that when Saint Paul started his journeys, he visited Perge in 46 AD and preached his first sermon here. That’s why it became an important city for Christians during the Byzantine period. Perge was probably abandoned in the 7th century AD due to Arab invasions in Asia Minor.
The ruins of Perge were our first stop of the day; it is located 19 km from Antalya. Arriving at 10:30, we started our tour at the Stadium. Perge boasts the second best-preserved ancient stadium located in Turkey – only the stadium of Aphrodisias is in better shape. The stadium of Perge was built in the 2nd century AD and seated 12,000 spectators. It is 234 meters long and 34 meters wide, making it one of the largest of its kind.
As we slowly make our way towards the gate into the ruins of Perge. As we pass through the main gate; we are faced with these awesome towers that were part of the Hellenistic gate. Once inside, you are struck by the sheer size and beauty of the ruins of Perge with its long decorated streets with columns and such.
Perge is divided into four districts by two main columned streets that cross at the center of the city. One of the streets starts from the city gates to the foot of the Hellenistic acropolis hill at a length of 300 meters. There is still a nicely preserved colonnade running along this street; here, you can see three columns decorated with reliefs. They depict Artemis of Perge, Tyche – the goddess of fortune and one of the city’s mythical founders – Calchas. Both sides of the street were once lined with shops; you can see the remains as you walk down the street. Make sure to look at the Agora; here, you will find a stone advertising the seller’s wares, fish, and meats.
At the northern end of the colonnaded street stands a beautiful shrine called the fountain of Hadrian because of the date of its construction. If you head west from here, you will find the palaestra, a place for physical exercises that consists of an open courtyard surrounded by changing rooms. Running water was supplied by an aqueduct.
The Roman baths are on the west side of the Hellenistic gate. These baths consist of a sequence of rooms, a frigidarium or cold water room with a swimming pool, a tepidarium – a room with warm water, and a caldarium – a room with hot water. Fragments of thin marble slabs, which once lined the brick walls, are still visible. Here you can see the exposed heating system – the floor was supported on brick pillars, and the air heated in the boiler room was circulating underneath.
Perge Theater
The impressive Theater building is located across the road at the ruins of Perge. Built around 120 AD. The auditorium rests on the slope of a hill; the colonnaded gallery around the top of the auditorium and the stage building is still standing and very tall. Perge theater could accommodate about 15,000 spectators. The skene building, built in the second half of the 2nd century AD, was two-storied and richly decorated with reliefs depicting mythological scenes, including the episodes from the life of Dionysus. Many reliefs, and sculptures that were found in the theater, are currently in the collection of the Archaeological Museum in Antalya.
This is the easiest ancient city site to reach from Antalya for independent travelers, as Antalya’s tram network now extends all the way out to Aksu, from where you can walk the last two kilometers to the site’s entrance gate.
What does it cost to visit the ruins of Perge
- The ticket price is 60 TL
Lunch At Simsek Kofte Piyaz
After leaving Perege, we stopped for lunch at Simsek Kofte Piyaz in Meşhur Aksu, we enjoyed flatbread, meatballs, and this delicious bean salad. Now with stomachs full, it was off to visit Aspendos. About a thirty-minute drive.
Aspendos Theater (Acropolis and Aqueduct) (map)
Aspendos is located 48 kilometers to the east of Antalya and is famous for its ancient amphitheater (thought to be the best preserved in the world) built in the 2nd century AD. The theater has a capacity of 15,000 people and was used until recently when a new theater was built for performances and festivals. Just above the theater is the acropolis, which has a fabulous view of the surrounding area. From up high on the acropolis, you can see the old aqueduct as well. Located at the acropolis, you will find the basilica, an agora, a nymphaeum (a shrine dedicated to a nymph), and a bouleuterion (council chamber) in ruins. About a kilometer north of the town, there is one of the largest Roman aqueducts, which supplied Aspendos with water.
Aspendos Aqueduct
Before visiting the famous Aspendos theater, our first stop was the remarkable aqueduct that once supplied water to Aspendos from 17 km away in the mountains. The ruins of the aqueduct are a fabulous site worthy of many pictures. When we arrived, we were inundated by locals trying to sell us their wares; luckily, and shortly thereafter, a van of tourists showed up, and we were relieved of our obligations to purchase anything. We spent about thirty minutes here walking around and taking pictures; we recommend seeing it as it is an amazing feat and awe-inspiring.
Aspendos Theater And Acropolis
After leaving the Aspendos Aqueduct, we headed to the famous Aspendos Theater, arriving around 15:45; this didn’t leave a lot of time visiting the Theater and the Acropolis. There were not very many other visitors at the theater when we arrived; this is always nice, I find, because it makes it so much easier to take pictures. The theater is in excellent shape, and the top of the theater has an arched corridor that runs all the way around the top, which is very beautiful. The stage building is magnificent, a truly beautiful building to see. There is a legend or story (myth) about the theater.
With one hour left before closing, we head up to the Acropolis to see the ruins that remain. The view from up here is fantastic; we head over to the edge and look down upon the Aqueduct that we had seen earlier. A completely different perspective when seen from up above. We then make our way over to the main area, where we find the ruins of the basilica, agora, stadium, and many others. The beauty of what lies in front of you is inspiring; just trying to paint a picture in your mind of what life would have been like so many years ago. We think of them as ancients that have the world lying in front of them at their feet. In reality, life would have been so difficult for many but the few.
Our daydream ends with the reality that it is closing time, and for us, this means leaving this enchanted hilltop.
What does it cost to visit Aspendos Theater
- The ticket price is 60 TL
- Audio Guide 40 TL
What does it cost to visit Aspendos Aqueduct
- The ticket price is Free
Ruins Of Sillyon A Place Of Stunning Contrast (map)
Sillyon is an ancient city and hill-top fortress located 33 kilometers from Antalya. It’s believed that the city was founded by three heroes after the Trojan War: Mopsos, Calchas, and Amfilochos. The history of Sillyon dates back to the early 5th century BC when the city is mentioned in the list of the Delian League. In 333 BC, Sillyon resisted the occupation of Alexander the Great’s army with its imposing fortifications and location on top of the hill. During the Hellenistic period, the city was enlarged, and many buildings were added. In the 3rd century BC, the Pergamon Kingdom ruled the city, giving them an independent status. Sillyon minted their own coins during this period. The Romans ruled the region between the 2nd century BC and 4th century AD.
After leaving Aspendos Meral, our guide asked us if we were up for one more ruin. Sillyon, she says, as she had never been there, we are always up for an adventure and love seeing ruins. We answer back with an enthusiastic reply of yes. The ruins of Sillyon were kind of on our way back to Antalya from Aspendos anyways.
This looks more like a pasture than the ruins of a famous ancient city as there are many goats wandering around and literally climbing the ruins. We pass a spring on the way up, I stop to test the waters, and they are fine, like drinking from the fountain of youth, I say. There are many ruins at this lower level, but the top pulls us forward like a magnet; we just have to see what’s up there.
The goats seem to sense this and appear to be our guide as we make our way higher up the hill (210 mtr tall). There is no clear path to the top; it is literally a goat trail. The views along the way are absolutely stunning, with no people, just goats, and ruins. There are some more ruins as we crest what appears to be the top, but the view is forever in all directions. We marvel at why or how could any persons build a city up here. After our climb to this height, we can see why Alexander the Great could not defeat these people.
It is getting late, and darkness is coming; there is still a bit of a climb to reach the top, but we leave as this is not the spot to climb down in complete darkness. We are disappointed that we did not reach the top; maybe some other day when we return to Turkey. We run across the goat herder on our way down from the top; she is extremely friendly. At this moment, we are glad to have our Turkish guide to translate; the woman points out different spices in the field that we are standing in. She tells us what we missed by not visiting the top; it’s always a pleasant experience meeting local people no matter where. We are all exhausted as we reach the bottom and the van; this has been a long day of exploring ruins. I think, though, that we did save the best till last. The moon is out; it is a beautiful sight backdropped by the ruins of Sillyon. A perfect day, thank you, Turkey.
What does it cost to visit Sillyon Ruins
- The ticket price is free
Dinner At Çelik Kokoreç. (yılların tecrübesiyle) (map)
After leaving the ruins of Sillyon, we were all hungry; heading back to Antalya, Meral suggested something different to try; she knows how much we enjoy trying different foods. We stopped at this small restaurant that specializes in grilled intestines. This promised to be very different; I was up for it. We all enjoyed the sandwich; it’s like all foods, spices mask any taste, it’s just getting over the idea of what you are eating. Just like in Thailand eating bugs, we very much enjoyed them as all you could taste was the flavors of the spices. We got back to the apartment around 9:00 after a full day. Thank you, ITT Group Turkey and Meral, for an incredible day.
Our Airbnb Stay In Antalya
We had a very good stay at our Airbnb in Antalya; our host was exceptional; she met us at the apartment and went through everything with us. She provided us with suggestions of places to eat nearby and sites to visit. While in Antalya, it was cold; our host came to our rescue with the use of an electric heater which we very much appreciated. The apartment was comfortable with two bedrooms along with 2 bathrooms, close to the old town and walking distance to most everything else. We highly recommend staying here you will not be disappointed.
Chronological Timeline Of Turkey
| Paleolithic Age (Early Stone Age) 60,000 – 10,000 BCE | Mesolithic Age (Mid Stone Age) 10,000 – 8,500 BCE |
| Neolithic Age (Late Stone Age) 8,500 – 5,000 BCE | Chalcolithic Age (Copper Age) 5,000 – 3,000 BCE |
| Bronze Age 3,000 – 2,000 BCE | Hatti and Hurrian Civilization 2,500 – 2,000 BCE |
| Troy – II Settlement 2,500 – 2,000 BCE | Hatti and Hittite Principalities Period 2,000 – 1,750 BCE |
| Great Hittite Kingdom Hurri Civilization 1,750 – 1,200 BCE | Troy – VI Civilization 1,800 – 1,275 BCE |
| Aegean Migration and Invasion From Balkans 1,200 BCE | The Anatolian Principalities during the Iron Age 1,200 – 700 BCE |
| Urartu Civilization 900 – 600 BCE | The Civilization of Phrygia 750 – 300 BCE |
| Lydia, Caria and Lycia Civilizations 700 – 300 BCE | Ionian Civilization 1,050 – 300 BCE |
| Persian Conquest 545 – 333 BCE | Hellenistic And Roman Age 333 BCE – 395 |
| The Byzantine Civilization (Eastern Roman Empire) 330 – 1453 | The Seljuk Empire 1071 – 1300 |
| The Ottoman Empire 1299 – 1923 | The Republic of Turkey Since 1923 |
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Our Thoughts “Amazing Guide To Antalya And Nearby Stunning Ruins”
- Antalya has been a fantastic stay; the downtime was nice as we were able to catch up on some blogging. Visited a terrific museum, the Archeological Museum Of Antalya. Meral, our first guide, had rejoined us for the last two days in Antalya, and we made the best use of that time visiting ruins, history, and more ruins; it has been great. We continue to enjoy our guided trip through Turkey with ITT Group Turkey. We are continually in awe of the history that is found all throughout Turkey. If you enjoy history and ancient ruins half as much as us, you need to visit you will not regret it.
Our Positives
- The Archeological Museum Of Antalya is an incredible place to visit
- Enjoyed another Turkish Hamam experience
- Visiting the Ruins of Termessos on the top of a mountain is simply a beautiful spot.
- Experiencing the Ruins of Perge, vast and stunning
- Seeing the famous Aspendos theater, Acropolis and Aqueduct
- Discovering the Ruins of Sillyon was like being a child, wide-eyed with excitement
Next Stop
Cindy and I and my sister are off to Konya; our day promises to be a busy one as we have two stops planned. The first is the ruins of Side and then Catalhoyukya, which is said to be one of the key sites for understanding human Prehistory. We are hoping to catch a show as well in Konya, The Whirling Dervish.
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