10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Side That You Shouldn't Miss
Approximately 60 miles east of Antalya lies Side, another once important port town in antiquity. Side has become a popular holiday destination all by itself, but is well worth a day trip from Antalya. The village offers picturesque, narrow streets and lovely gardens while the long, white beaches invite swimming. Imposing monuments of antiquity, such as the Roman bath and the columns of the Apollo temple by the sea, complete the picture of a perfect combination of modern-day vacation pleasure and the treasures of history.
Restaurants in Side
1. Q Spa & Wellness
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 226 reviews
Our Spa & Wellness is open 7 days a week from 09:00 till 20:00. Before you visit, please notify us beforehand so we can prepare for your arrival. Our 510 m2 Spa & Wellness area encumbers; a large heated indoor pool (in winter), outdoor Jacuzzi, large hamam, VIP hamam, steam room, Finish sauna, relax area, changing rooms and indoor and outdoor massage rooms. If you make reservation befor we can do free Transfer for you.
Reviewed By allisonm588 - Gainsborough, United Kingdom
Visited here today with my stepmum. The Balinese girls were lovely and very skilled, and the manager really friendly. Whole place is spotless and you are well looked after- it was my first experience of a Hammam. We chose a package which included a sauna, foam scrub, and mixed massage with a couple of periods of relaxation on loungers in between and apple tea and a fruit platter while our face masks set at the end. The manager picked us up in his car from our apartment and delivered us back. They prefer cash payment to cards so bear that in mind. Not a budget option but we were offered 30% off our next treatments and it was well worth the money for the experience- we would certainly not hesitate to recommend.
2. Side Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,266 reviews
Reviewed By Marianchetotosheva - Sofia, Bulgaria
A very nice museum, with a beautiful garden, which also has interesting exhibits, you can admire the sea.
3. Temple of Apollo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,998 reviews
Reviewed By GaryMWar - Southport, United Kingdom
Nice walk round Side Town leads you to this, The Temple of Apollo, this is open and free to take a look around and is great to see, local bars nearby and shops, well worth a visit
4. Greek Amphitheater
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,210 reviews
Reviewed By mammakate2016 - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Absolutely stunning, breathtaking, to stand in this and imagine what it was like all those years ago is amazin, didnt get to watch a show as itcwas daytime and we were just taking in the sights, well worth a visit x
5. Monumental Fountain (Nymphaeum)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 505 reviews
Reviewed By KatharineReviews - Newbury, United Kingdom
This is one of the nearest ancient city parts to the parking and public transport area but, along with the Apollo temple and the amphitheatre, one of the most stunning. Great to think how it may have worked when fully functioning but some noticeboards also give guidance. A must-see for any visitor to Side.
6. Kiss Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 143 reviews
Reviewed By jennyqos - Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
Great wee bar, set on the corner of two streets in Side Old Town. Nice place to sit and watch the world go by. Reasonably priced drink and friendly staff. Good service and customers chat with each other. Mannequins sitting on the seats too!
7. Sultan Hamam
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By martinpT5768VZ
After viewing reviews we walked around to Sultan Hammam to have a look and maybe book a Turkish bath and massage. We were so happy with everything that we saw including hygiene, amenities and professionalism that we actually paid to have the experience there and then. We waited for a small time for them to fit us in but it was worth the wait. I hadn't had a Turkish bath before, my partner persuaded me to try it early on in our holiday. I was fantastic. so relaxing and soothing. The massage took away all the stresses and strains of work which prepared me for the rest of my holiday. Thoroughly recommended.
8. Delphin Hamam & Spa Wellness
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By dberry81
Just left the Delphin Hammam as a group of 4 and had the Turkish foam and massage package which was first class! Friendly staff and the best massage and value was amazing for what we had. Here for a week so will definitely be going again before we go home to UK.
9. Seaside Beach Lounge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
Beach Club
Reviewed By PaisleyPaul - Paisley, United Kingdom
This is where the Hanay Suite Hotel takes you on the morning shuttle - outwith Covid times every 30 minutes 0930-1100 - also a free return shuttle from about 1530-1730 When you get there (as a Hanay guest anyway) sun loungers tables a and parasols are free also if your plans do not fit in with the outbound or inbound shuttle it is only a few minutes walk from the bus station -car park at Antik Side Bar prices were very reasonable, about TL26 for a 500ml Efes beer (about TL20 is the cheapest you will be served one anywhere) uninspiring meat (beef) wraps but hamburgers chips and choice of pasta and pizza all good and commensurate with just a little more than the cheapest lunch spots. UInfortunately this does not seem to be a restaurant for Tripadvisor purposes! Try the Pizza El Turco !
10. Tyche Tapinagi
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By pinkpanda409 - Manchester, United Kingdom
So atmospheric, I was shocked at how vast this historic site was and that you are walking on, around and in such history, simply amazing!
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