Side is a major family holiday hub in Antalya, combining history and beach tourism around the iconic seaside Temple of Apollo.
- Distance from AYT
- ~65–75 km (old town to the outer beach zones)
- Drive time (private transfer)
- ~60–80 minutes
- Best for
- Roman ruins in the old town, golden-sand beaches, all-inclusive family resorts
- Accommodation style
- Five-star all-inclusive beachfront resorts, spa hotels, holiday complexes
- Key sights
- Temple of Apollo, Side Roman theatre, ancient old town, Manavgat Waterfall nearby
About Side
Side is an ancient coastal peninsula town in the Manavgat district, about 65–75 km east of the airport. Its pedestrianised old town sits among Greco-Roman ruins — a 2nd-century Roman theatre, the Nymphaeum, and the seaside Temple of Apollo on the headland — so visitors can walk straight from a beachfront hotel into a working archaeological site. Around this historic core, golden-sand beach zones at Kumköy, Çolaklı and Titreyengöl are lined with large all-inclusive family resorts and spa hotels. Side differs from Belek, a modern golf and luxury corridor with no historic centre, and from Kemer, where the mountains meet pebble coves: it offers flat, sandy beaches backed by a genuinely inhabited ancient town.
Local Travel Information
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Hotels in Side
Journey Details & FAQs
How much luggage can I bring?
Standard sedans fit 1–4 suitcases; larger groups or extra luggage should choose a Vito or Sprinter.
What happens if my flight is delayed?
We track your flight, so your driver adjusts pickup time automatically at no extra charge.
Can I combine a transfer with a tour?
Yes — many travellers book an airport transfer to their hotel first, then a separate private tour once settled in.
Which airport should I fly into for Side?
Fly into Antalya Airport (AYT). Side's beach zones — Kumköy, Çolaklı, Titreyengöl — sit outside the old town, so the drive from the airport is a little longer to the outer resort areas.
How far is Side from the airport?
Side is about 65–75 km from Antalya Airport (AYT), around 60–80 minutes by private transfer, depending on traffic and your exact address.
Do I need a car once I'm in Side?
Side's old town is pedestrianised and walkable among the ruins; the outer beach zones are a short taxi or resort shuttle from the centre. A private airport transfer covers the arrival leg door-to-door; local trips are separate.
Are private transfers available for late-night or early-morning flights?
Yes. Transfers to Side run 24/7, the driver tracks your flight, and pickup time adjusts automatically if you land early or late.
Is the transfer price fixed, or is it metered?
The price for the Antalya Airport (AYT) to Side transfer is fixed at the time of booking. It does not change with traffic, route or waiting time, and there is no meter.
Can one transfer carry a family with luggage to Side?
Yes. A standard car takes up to 3 passengers with a few suitcases; for larger groups, golf bags or extra luggage, a VIP van or minibus is booked instead — one fixed price for the vehicle.