Side Ancient City
Side is one of Pamphylia’s most important ancient port cities, developed on a peninsula along the Manavgat coast. With its theatre, agora area, colonnaded streets, bath structures and the Temple of Apollo on the seafront, it brings together an archaeological setting and a coastal atmosphere along the same walking route.
HIGHLIGHTS
Why Visit Side Ancient City?
Here are the key highlights and practical information to help you plan this stop.
01Ancient theatre and agora
02Temple of Apollo and sea views
03An ancient city that can be explored on foot across the peninsula
VISIT PLAN
What to Know Before You Go
Getting ThereIt can be reached from Manavgat by Side minibuses or by private vehicle; the ancient city centre is suitable for walking tours.
Route TypeCultural Tourism · Archaeological Site
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LocationSide, Manavgat / Antalya
EXPAND YOUR ROUTECombine your visit to Side Ancient City with Kaleiçi / Düden Waterfalls in the same itinerary.
This guide was independently prepared for Left Lane Star Travel using information from Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism – Türkiye Culture Portal. Opening hours, admission conditions and seasonal access may change; check the official source before travelling.Open Official Source ↗
Guide data last updated: 30.08.2026
Travel note: Opening hours, road conditions, fees and seasonal access may change. Check current official notices before departure.
