3 Days in Antalya, Türkiye – What to See, Do, Eat & Drink, Antalya, Turkey

Blessed with warm weather, sandy beaches, and a postcard-perfect mountain backdrop, Antalya is an ideal Mediterranean holiday destination. Add to that the warm hospitality and great food found in Turkey and it’s also a welcoming and delicious destination. With direct flights from most major hubs in Europe, a weekend or 3 days in Antalya is an easy escape or add-on to any European holiday. On my first international trip since the pandemic restrictions were lifted, I did just that.

Although I spent five days relaxing and exploring the surroundings, I think 3 days in Antalya is enough to get you an excellent overview of the history and culture of this unique Mediterranean city.

Located on Turkey’s southern coast, Antalya is a short 1-hour and 25-minute flight from Istanbul. Train service will take you 14 hours, bus 12 hours and 45 minutes, and self-driving will take you just over 10 hours.

Antalya airport offers direct flights to many major hubs in Europe, all of which provide affordable year-round and seasonal fares on airlines such as Turkish, EasyJet, Pegusus, and Ryanair. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).