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Free tour

Ruins & Stories: Side Uncovered

5.00
Excellent(5)
Duration: 2 hours
Languages: English
Guru: Hakan
Registered on 5 April 2025
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Professional licensed tour guide in Antalya, I'm in love with this city and I'm ready to share it with you!
Free reservation and cancellation
Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

 Ready to Walk Through 2000 Years of History? Discover the Ancient City of Side with a Licensed Local Guide!

Welcome to Side — one of the most magical and historically rich places in all of Antalya! I’m a professional licensed tour guide, and I’ll be taking you on a memorable walking tour through the ancient city of Side, where history, culture, nature, and modern life all come together in the most beautiful way. 

This isn’t just another sightseeing tour. It’s a deep dive into the fascinating world of ancient civilizations, their way of life, and how this once-thriving Roman port city evolved into the charming coastal town we see today. We'll explore the ruins, uncover stories, admire beautiful views, and even talk about what life is like in Side now — all through the eyes of a passionate local guide (that’s me!). 

What Will You Experience? 

On this tour, we’ll stroll through ancient streets and marvel at the stunning architecture of the Roman Theater, the Temple of Apollo and Athena, the agora (ancient marketplace), Roman baths, city gates, and so much more. Every corner of Side has a story to tell — and I’ll be right there to bring those stories to life for you.

We’ll talk about the sociology, religion, and cultural life of the people who lived here over 2000 years ago. I’ll help you imagine what it was like to walk through Side when it was a bustling city full of merchants, sailors, and philosophers. 

 

We can adjust the tour time based on your preferences and my availability. Feel free to contact me before the tour if you have any questions!


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Side, Liman Cd. Side Otogarı No:125, 07330 Manavgat/Antalya, Türkiye
you can use taxi or minibus to our meeting point its ancient Side parking lot. when you get off the minibus at parking lot. you will see the tourism information hut. ı will be waiting you there. I'll be wearing my orange license card on my chest.
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Outside visit
Anitsal Cesme (Nymphaeum)
roman fauntain
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Outside visit
Side
apollon and athena temples
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Outside visit
Selimiye Cami
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour does not require payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
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