Tünektepe Cable Car, Antalya
Antalya boasts a remarkable geographical setting, adorned with captivating natural beauty, majestic mountains, and a splendid sea. Nestled at an elevation of 618 meters (2009 feet) above sea level, Tünektepe presents a picturesque hill terrace where the Bey Mountains converge with the Mediterranean Sea.
To witness Antalya's splendor from an elevated vantage point, embarking on a journey with the Tünektepe Cable Car, locally known as the Tünektepe Teleferik, is an absolute must. Revel in a breathtaking vista of Antalya, inhale the refreshing scent of pine trees, and capture stunning skyline photographs, all while enjoying the serenity of the location.
As you ascend with the Tünektepe Cable Car, an unparalleled panorama of Antalya's horizon will unfold before your eyes. Covering a distance of 1,706 meters in approximately 9 minutes, the cable car transports you to the summit of Tünektepe, which sits around 605 meters above sea level. With its 36 cabins accommodating up to 8 people each, the cable car effortlessly transports 1,200 passengers per hour.
Upon reaching the top, you will find a selection of restaurants and cafes. Affiliated with the Municipality of Antalya, these establishments offer reasonably priced dining options. For visitors with children, an upper station playground awaits, ensuring entertainment for the young ones. Additionally, you can relish a comprehensive panoramic view by utilizing the coin-operated binoculars.
During rainy days, it is advisable to call in advance, as inclement weather conditions may affect the cable car's operation.
To witness Antalya's splendor from an elevated vantage point, embarking on a journey with the Tünektepe Cable Car, locally known as the Tünektepe Teleferik, is an absolute must. Revel in a breathtaking vista of Antalya, inhale the refreshing scent of pine trees, and capture stunning skyline photographs, all while enjoying the serenity of the location.
As you ascend with the Tünektepe Cable Car, an unparalleled panorama of Antalya's horizon will unfold before your eyes. Covering a distance of 1,706 meters in approximately 9 minutes, the cable car transports you to the summit of Tünektepe, which sits around 605 meters above sea level. With its 36 cabins accommodating up to 8 people each, the cable car effortlessly transports 1,200 passengers per hour.
Upon reaching the top, you will find a selection of restaurants and cafes. Affiliated with the Municipality of Antalya, these establishments offer reasonably priced dining options. For visitors with children, an upper station playground awaits, ensuring entertainment for the young ones. Additionally, you can relish a comprehensive panoramic view by utilizing the coin-operated binoculars.
During rainy days, it is advisable to call in advance, as inclement weather conditions may affect the cable car's operation.
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Tünektepe Cable Car on Map
Sight Name: Tünektepe Cable Car
Sight Location: Antalya, Turkey (See walking tours in Antalya)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Antalya, Turkey (See walking tours in Antalya)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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
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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