Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Side travel guide

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You're Going to Love Side

With a population of 10,505, Side is a must-see destination in Antalya Province, Turkey. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Side has to offer.

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When to visit Side

Side in February
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Side in February
Estimated hotel price
$123
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Side in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 11 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 238 mm. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Side, with an average rainfall of 2 mm.

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How to Get to Side

Plane

Although Side doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Antalya Airport (AYT), which is located 54 km from Side. The shortest flight to Side from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 32h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car hire from Antalya, which is about 62 km from Side. You’ll find branches of Nissa Car Rental and Right Cars, among others, in Antalya.

Bus

Side’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Side doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Antalya Airport (AYT), which is located 54 km from Side. The shortest flight to Side from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 32h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car hire from Antalya, which is about 62 km from Side. You’ll find branches of Nissa Car Rental and Right Cars, among others, in Antalya.

Bus

Side’s bus station is located 2.2 km from the city centre.

Airports near Side

ISEIsparta
AYTAntalya
GZPGazipasa

Airlines serving Side

Lufthansa
Good (7,492 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,456 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,375 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (855 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,382 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (365 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,015 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,068 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (358 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,835 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (635 reviews)
Royal Air Maroc
Good (520 reviews)
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Where to stay in Side

From 5-star hotels such as the Royal Taj Mahal to great affordable options like the Summer rose hotel, Side offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $94 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $212 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Side

Most booked hotels in Side

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Barut Hemera
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$287+
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Kamelya Selin Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$215+
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Kirman Sidemarin Beach & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$283+
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Aqi Pegasos World
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$250+
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Selectum Family Comfort Side
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$197+
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Kamelya Aishen Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$279+
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Hiring a car in Side

Expect to pay $1.97 per litre in Side (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.59 and $31.45.

Expect to pay $1.97 per litre in Side (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $23.59 and $31.45.

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