All About Turkey

There may be many questions you might have before travelling to Türkiye. For example, "I have to go to Türkiye in what season, will I need a guide, can we provide easy access by public transport such as?".

Don't forget to browse the information we have compiled for you to plan your trip flawlessly

What are the currencies that you can use in Turkey?

The currency in Türkiye is the Turkish Lira (TRY). It is very easy to exchange currency in large or medium-size cities but may be slightly more difficult in villages or less populated areas. Dollars and Euros may also be used when shopping in certain touristic areas of Türkiye.

Which are the languages spoken in Turkey?

The language of Türkiye is Turkish. In bigger cities and tourist areas, English is widely spoken, especially in touristic facilities. But many Turkish people in the tourism industry speak multiple languages, including French, Russian, Japanese, German, etc.

Internet options in Turkey

Türkiye’s large telecom service providers offer internet access across every region. It is also possible to find free Wi-Fi in many cafes and restaurants, and in almost all hotels.

Transportation is easy in Turkey?

Türkiye’s transportation system is very efficient. Many cities and even smaller towns have airports; metropolitan areas offer metros, trains, trams, buses, dolmuses (minibusses) and marine vessels.

Traditional Turkish Cuisine

Türkiye’s culinary traditions are just as colourful as the rest of the country. Spicy meat dishes are more popular in the east, and as you move closer to the west, fish dishes and vegetable dishes with olive oil become more prominent.

Antalya Travel Guide

Antalya is one of the biggest cities of Türkiye, located in the Mediterranean Region. Antalya is a historical city with traces of Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman Empire, especially from the Roman Empire. These traces can be felt in the texture of the city today. The city has been an important trade center throughout history and has played a critical role in the Mediterranean trade. For this reason, it has a cosmopolitan structure as it is in history.

With its warm weather, attractive beaches and touristic activities and historical importance, Antalya has always been a popular destination for local and international tourists. Average temperature is around 20 in Antalya during the year, which makes it a perfect location for the ones who want to enjoy a warm summer holiday, complete with swimming in the beautiful Mediterranean and Because of the tourists’ attraction most of the local people speaks English. Furthermore, Russian and Arabic are the spoken languages in Antalya as well. With its beautiful nature and warm sea, as well as a variety of historical tourist attractions, your trip to Antalya will be a remarkable lifelong memory.

With its 19 counties, Ankara has always been a great part of the development of the Türkiye's Mediterranean Region. The entire city lies to the west of the Mediterranean Region and is located between the Gulf of Antalya and the Western Taurus Mountains. When we look at the geographical location, Antalya has a central place: To the south are the Mediterranean, Muğla to the west, Burdur and Isparta to the north, Konya to the northeast, and Karaman and Mersin to the east.

How to Get to Antalya?

As the center of the region, Antalya is a destination you can easily travel via several highways, seaway, and most practically, airway. You can directly fly to Antalya International Airport with affordable prices by Pegasus Airlines. The journey from Istanbul to Antalya takes about 1 hour. You can reach Antalya via Istanbul. As one of the biggest city of Türkiye, finding flights to Antalya is usually easy and plane tickets are fairly-priced.

Transportation from Antalya Airport to City Center People who want to get to Antalya city center from the airport should consider the distance. The distance between the two is around 14 km. Buses are the cheapest means of transport, but they are not suitable for carrying luggage. There are also private buses from the airport to the city center. Going to the city center from the airport is also easy – just take the busses with numbers 600 or 800. You can also find public transport all over the city, starting at 06.00. Bus number 600 travels between Antalya Airport and Antalya bus station every 30 minutes and bus number 800 transports every 2 hours between the airport and Lara area. Buses belonging to airlines operate according to arrival times. Contact your airline for more information.

Public Transport in Antalya

Urban transportation is very easy in Antalya. Tram, public bus, water bus, commercial taxi options are available. Use them to get to every point of the city quickly. You can check the city bus service from Antalya here. You can easily reach many points from the airport by city bus lines. You can also use the buses to walk around the city. Tourists generally prefer water buses and trams. These means of transport provide a pleasant journey experience as well as crossing the sights. You can check the “Antray” tram schedule here.

Antalya Card is used for city transportation. If you are staying for more than one day, it is advantageous to purchase this card. Or you can choose disposable cards.

Best Time to Visit Antalya

Antalya welcomes tourists mostly in summer, especially from the end of the July until the end of September. Nevertheless, Antalya is a charming option four-season with its various beauties that might interest tourists who mostly go beyond the ordinary.

If you look for a relaxing, calm holiday, the best time of the year to visit Antalya is spring. Also, the water is warm even in spring! With a nicely planned program, you can discover Antalya’s nature and history within a week. If you wish to spend more time swimming and sunbathing, you can join a majority of tourists who prefer to stay in the city for a month.

Where to Stay in Antalya?

Due to high interest of the visitors, Antalya has innumerable options for accommodations. For instance, all inclusive five star hotels are the most popular options in Antalya among tourists who are from Russia, Ukraine, Germany, and Slavic and Baltic countries. You can find these options mostly around Belek. Moreover, you can find boutique hotels and guesthouses for budget-friendly accommodation around Belek.

On the other hand if you are keen to have a nature-friendly options, you can also find beautiful bungalows in Antalya. You can check Kemer district for a more affordable accommodation.

If you consider having a place that is close to the airport, you can look around Lara.

If you're here on a business trip, you'll be better off staying near the airport. There are many hotel options near the airports.

If your trip is a cultural trip, you should choose the streets that are within walking distance of historical values.