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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Side has to offer.

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When to visit Side

Side in March
Estimated hotel price
$201
1 night at 3-star hotel
Side in March
Estimated hotel price
$201
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 Melbourne and takes around 24h 55m.

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 Melbourne and takes around 24h 55m.

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 (7,709 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,665 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,160 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,846 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,084 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,714 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,464 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (890 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,646 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,168 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,347 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (380 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,116 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (289 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,128 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (658 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (378 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (635 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 Ramada Resort by Wyndham Side, Side offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $110 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $277 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 (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$255+
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Kamelya Selin Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$147+
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Oz Hotels Side Premium
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$130+
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Seven Seas Hotel Blue
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$183+
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Kamelya Aishen Club
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$146+
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Mary Palace Resort & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$128+
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Hiring a car in Side

Expect to pay $1.84 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 $22.01 and $29.34. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.84 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 $22.01 and $29.34. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.