Karaalioglu Park, Antalya (must see)
Karaalioglu Park is one of Antalya's most noteworthy attractions. The Gulf of Antalya, as well as the cliffs that overlook the harbor, are some of the most popular sights. One of the things that visitors enjoy the most about this park is the wealth of photo opportunities that are available.
One of the most noteworthy highlights is Hıdırlık Tower, which dates to the second century. There are sculptures here that visitors enjoy the chance to photograph and take selfies with. These sculptures include the Worker and Son, the monument to poet Nâzım Hikmet, the famous Frog and Hand sculptures, and the statue of Don Quixote.
The entrances to the park have a few places where you can get drinks or snacks. A pub that serves burgers and a beer is one of the more popular places to visit. You can also try a coffee shop near the main park entrance that serves tasty snacks, in addition to great coffee.
One of the most noteworthy highlights is Hıdırlık Tower, which dates to the second century. There are sculptures here that visitors enjoy the chance to photograph and take selfies with. These sculptures include the Worker and Son, the monument to poet Nâzım Hikmet, the famous Frog and Hand sculptures, and the statue of Don Quixote.
The entrances to the park have a few places where you can get drinks or snacks. A pub that serves burgers and a beer is one of the more popular places to visit. You can also try a coffee shop near the main park entrance that serves tasty snacks, in addition to great coffee.
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Karaalioglu Park on Map
Sight Name: Karaalioglu Park
Sight Location: Antalya, Turkey (See walking tours in Antalya)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Antalya, Turkey (See walking tours in Antalya)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Walking Tours in Antalya, Turkey
Create Your Own Walk in Antalya
Creating your own self-guided walk in Antalya is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Old Antalya (Kaleici) Walking Tour
Centrally located along the Mediterranean coastline, adjoining the yacht harbor with origins dating back to the Roman era, Kaleiçi is the historical core of Antalya. The name itself translates to "Inside the Kale" or "Inner Kale," in which "Kale" means castle or fortress. Indeed, in earlier times, the majority of the city was encompassed by protective walls.
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
The... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
Antalya Introduction Walking Tour
A gateway to Turkey's southern Mediterranean, Antalya was founded circa 150 BC by Hellenic King Attalus II of Pergamon, and was named Attaleia or Attalia in his honor. Today, this name is still used in Greek, whereas in Turkish it has evolved as Adalia and eventually Antalya.
Throughout its history, the city changed hands several times. Not long after its foundation – in 133 BC – it... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
Throughout its history, the city changed hands several times. Not long after its foundation – in 133 BC – it... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.7 Km or 1.7 Miles
Bazaars & Shopping Streets Tour
Shopping in Antalya can be both a peaceful therapy session or an exhilarating adrenaline rush, depending on where you go. Either way, it is quite enjoyable, given an amazing range of retail offerings, which, apart from a few striking photo opportunities, provide setting for an ideal shopaholic's paradise.
Some of the best shopping in town is found in the old district of Kaleiçi replete... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles
Some of the best shopping in town is found in the old district of Kaleiçi replete... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.1 Km or 0.7 Miles