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

Side travel guide

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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
$165
1 night at 3-star hotel
Side in February
Estimated hotel price
$165
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 24h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car hire from Tarsus, which is about 312 km from Side. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Tarsus.

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 24h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Side is to pick up a car hire from Tarsus, which is about 312 km from Side. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car, among others, in Tarsus.

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 (7,407 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,363 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,336 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,114 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,975 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,036 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (350 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,820 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (638 reviews)
Norwegian
Good (233 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 Akayda Butik Hotel, Side offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $98 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $237 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)
$399+
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Kamelya Selin Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$224+
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Aqi Pegasos World
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$254+
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Kirman Sidemarin Beach & Spa
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$323+
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Megasaray Resort Side
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$227+
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Lago Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$402+
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Hiring a car in Side

Expect to pay $1.92 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 $23.02 and $30.69. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.92 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 $23.02 and $30.69. Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Side, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

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