Side (pronounced See-Dey) is one of the best-known classical sites in Turkey and was an ancient harbour whose name meant pomegranate. Side is a resort town on the southern coast of Turkey near the villages of Manavgat and Selimiye and 75 km from Antalya, one of Turkey's largest cities.

There are colossal ruins of a Theater Complex, the largest of Pamphylia, built much like a Roman Amphitheatre and is almost as large, seating 15,000 - 20,000 people. It was converted into an open-air sanctuary with two chapels during Byzantine times.

The current remains of the theatre, which was used for gladiator fights and later as a church and the monumental gate date back to the 2nd century.

Concerts and shows still take place at the theatre during the summer.

Temples of Apollo and Athena were built in the second half of the second century A.D., these identical looking temples were dedicated to Athena (Side’s patron Goddess) and Apollo.

Some other attractions include the Byzantine hospital (6th century B.C.).
Nymphaeum (fountain in the city wall).
Roman bath converted into museum.

Activities in Side include the following:

Water Sports include: Jet Skiing, Water Skiing, Parasailing

Paragliding

Horse Riding in the Shorgun Forest or on the Beach.

There's also White Water Rafting, Scuba Diving or a Jeep Safari.

Boat trips from Old Side Harbour.

Turkish Baths

Night Clubs and Bars

High standard Golf courses approx 20 mins drive away, 2 Golf Course are being built in Side.

All these activities can be arranged by a number of tour operators in Side at a very reasonable prices.

Some other trips and activities that can be arranged:

Pamukkale Tour

Antalya, Kapadokya and Alanya Tours

Village Tours

Aqua Park

Property Management can also advise on all of the above.

Map of Old Side Town