Manavgat Şelalesi

Side's ancient ruins sit right inside the modern town, not fenced off on the outskirts, so the columns of the Apollo and Athena temples, a large Roman theatre and the old agora share the same streets as the shops and restaurants along the harbour. That makes Side Antik Kenti one of the more walkable historical sites on the Antalya coast for visitors staying in the area, easy to combine with an evening by the water rather than a dedicated day trip out of the city.

The Apollo Temple in Side stands on the coast of the Side district, well east of central Antalya, with five re-erected columns that have become a symbol of the town. It sits right by the water, which is why it's known as a classic sunset photography spot. Travellers based in Side itself have it close at hand; from central Antalya it's more of a planned trip than a casual stop, worth timing for the late-afternoon light.