Antalya
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West-side pebble beach below Taurus mountains — the local Antalyan beach district.
The 7km pebble beach that runs west from Kaleiçi, with the Taurus mountains rising dramatically behind it. Less resort-heavy than Lara to the east; mostly used by Turkish locals and city-stay tourists. Aquarium and Beach Park amusement park sit at the eastern end.
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What you gain
- ↑Taurus mountain views from the beach — dramatic backdrop
- ↑Antalya Aquarium and Beach Park on the strip
- ↑Tram and bus to Kaleiçi in 15 minutes
What you sacrifice
- ↓Pebble (not sand) beach
- ↓Fewer top-tier all-inclusive options than Lara/Belek
Best for
Avoid if
Other Antalya neighbourhoods
Walled Ottoman quarter on the cliff above the marina — boutique hotels, Hadrian's Gate, minarets.
180km west — whitewashed harbour town, sunken ruins at Kekova, diving capital of Turkey.
East-side mega-resort strip — themed hotels, sandy beach, all-inclusive armies.
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