Holidays in Kemer

The resort offers unlimited opportunities for beach holidays for both individual and family tourists. Many five-star hotels offer exclusive accommodation conditions. Discos and nightclubs provide a lively evening scene. Diving, snorkeling, windsurfing and other water activities form the basis of leisure for active, sporty vacationers. For family holidaymakers, there are wonderful park areas, dolphinariums and water parks. Numerous restaurants, bars and cafes serve the freshest seafood prepared in various ways, meat dishes, fine wines and excellent desserts.

Where it is located

The resort has a favorable location. It is part of the Turkish Riviera in Antalya Province – a section of the coastline with numerous infrastructure facilities that ensure comfortable vacation conditions for tourists. From Antalya to Kemer it is 42 km in a southwesterly direction. The town is located in a picturesque area, surrounded by the Taurus Mountains and the Mediterranean coast. It is framed by lush greenery of pine groves and surrounded by monuments of ancient culture.

When it’s best to go

The peak tourist season falls in July and August. In the summer months, air temperatures reach 32°C, and the water in the Mediterranean warms up to 29°C. As early as May, hundreds of thousands of tourists flock to Turkey to bask in the sun and warm sea waves, get a dose of positive emotions and enjoy water sports. By November, with the end of the velvet season, resort activity declines and package prices at hotels are significantly reduced. November–April is an excellent time for budget travelers.

What to do

The leisure program in Kemer largely depends on the character and age of the holidaymaker. The city’s tourism industry is based on infrastructure for young, active travelers. There are many discos, bars and entertainment complexes organizing fun, lively programs.

At the same time, in Kemer and its surroundings there are many ancient monuments and unique natural areas that will interest lovers of hiking and parks, where you can get acquainted with unique representatives of the local flora and fauna.

There are many interesting areas for children’s recreation. Young travelers will enjoy the dolphinarium and will be delighted with the Dinopark and water parks.

The places with the highest concentration of tourists are the local beaches. They are pebble with a convenient entrance to the water. If a tourist stays at a hotel without its own designated beach area, there are free municipal beaches at their disposal. There is no extra charge for sun loungers, umbrellas or changing cabins – the city prefecture offers foreigners free swimming and sunbathing both on the «Moonlight» beach and on the Central beach.

Main attractions of Kemer

• Atatürk Boulevard
  A monument to the reformer Mustafa Kemal is installed in the center of Kemer’s main street. Each of the three sectors of the avenue is intended for specific purposes. The first is lined with five-star hotels, the second is an excellent place for walking, and the third is for shopping (numerous souvenir shops, a market, restaurants).
• Olympos
  The ruins of the ancient city located near Kemer are poorly preserved. However, tourists are attracted not so much by the ruins as by nearby Mount Yanartaş, whose slopes are constantly covered with tongues of self-igniting flame.
• Phaselis
  In this ancient city, the ruins of an aqueduct, pagan temple complexes, fortification walls, a Byzantine basilica and a theater have been preserved. The city fell into decline in the 13th century, but its ruins are still of interest today to numerous fans of resort holidays in Turkey.
• «Moonlight» Park with Dolphinarium
  Every day, the park is visited by tourists with children who enthusiastically watch the dolphin shows. Photography and swimming with the animals are available (for an extra fee). The park has many attractions, shops and nightclubs, a playground and other entertainment.
• Dinopark
  It is of interest to children, for whom animators organize entertaining shows and competitions. Young tourists can ride on dinosaurs. The park is located not far from Kemer, in the village of Göynük.
• Göynük Canyon
  A park with a picturesque landscape. Tourists can go for a hike on foot or take an exciting route in wetsuits and special footwear, crossing the river by swimming and overcoming other obstacles.

Where to eat

No one will go hungry in Kemer – neither fast food lovers nor connoisseurs of seafood and grilled meat. Numerous cafes and small restaurants scattered throughout the town serve dishes of Turkish, Mediterranean, European and other world cuisines.

• Casa de Flor Restaurant
  Specializes in Italian cuisine. Serves excellent coffee. Among the most popular dishes are shrimp, pasta, great steaks and calamari. Ice cream is served for dessert. The service is beyond praise. Prices are moderate.
• Seafood restaurant Çaça Balık
  Ideal for lovers of fish and seafood. The menu is based on calamari, octopus, shrimp, fish soup, salads, etc. There is a good wine list. The best prices among the fish restaurants in town. Excellent service and a convenient location (DoluSu Park).

What to combine it with

A beach holiday in Kemer combines perfectly with walks through park areas and trips to nearby towns – Beldibi, Göynük, etc.