If you have not yet discovered the ancient city of Phaselis, one of Antalya's hidden paradises, you are sure to be amazed by this fascinating place the first time you set foot there. With its stunning beaches, historical ruins and fascinating nature, this unique place offers all the pieces of your dream vacation together. So start planning your vacation now! An unforgettable journey where you can trace the traces of history, enjoy nature, and the sea in unexplored bays awaits you. Let's get to know Phaselis a little better before you set off.
Phaselis Ruins in Antalya: A Must-Visit Ancient Port of Turkey
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Experience History and Nature
When you arrive in Phaselis, you have the freedom to enjoy the sea according to your own taste. There are two separate beaches with different features in the region. If you want, you can spend time on the sand beach where you can enjoy the sun on the fine sand; or you can explore the underwater world by diving into the depths of clear waters on the pebble beach. Both beaches are especially preferred by families as the sea is quite calm. While the sand beach gets sun all day long, the pebble beach offers a cooler environment with the shade of pine trees.
A Journey to Ancient Times
Phaselis fascinates not only with its natural beauties but also with its historical richness. If you want to get away from the beaches and trace the history, the Ancient City invites you to a unique discovery. In this ancient city full of buildings from the Roman and Byzantine periods, we recommend you to start your trip from the museum area.
Immortalise the Unique Views
After you visit the museum, following the sign “tombs”, a path hidden in the forest will lead you to a cave with a mesmerising view. From here, you can feel the endless blue of the sea and the sky under your feet. Make sure you have your camera ready at this point, because we are sure you will want to immortalise this unique view.
Do Not Leave Without Visiting the Ports
When you step into Phaselis, a historical aqueduct welcomes you first. After passing this aqueduct, you encounter two separate harbours on your right and left. These harbours are also the gateways to unexplored bays. The sand and pebble beaches we first mentioned are also located in these two bays. When you continue walking, the third harbour of the city awaits you. The interesting detail is that this harbour is located on the opposite shore of the other two harbours. In other words, this ancient city has two faces, standing back to back with the sea. Moreover, there is a large sandy beach in the bay where this third harbour is located.
Accommodation Facilities
If you like camping, Phaselis is a nature paradise for you. The pine trees extending to the seaside offer ideal areas for campers. Phaselis is also very suitable for daily vacationers. You can have a pleasant time in touch with nature, with its beaches and picnic areas. However, fires are forbidden to protect the area and the forest, so barbecuing is not an option. Nevertheless, you can have a comfortable camping experience with other food and beverage alternatives.
How to Visit Phaselis Ancient City?
Phaselis, about 40 km from Antalya city centre, appears in all its splendour 1 km after passing the Çamyuva turnoff on the Antalya-Finike road. You can easily reach it by following this route with your private car. If you prefer public transportation, it will be enough to get on the buses going to Tekirova, get off at the road and take a walk of about 1 km.
Where Else Can You Visit Nearby?
If your vacation is long or you can't get enough of exploring, don't return without seeing other beauties around Phaselis. Göynük Canyon, 25 km from the ancient city, Tahtalı Cable Car, the legendary 'Chimaera Fire' (Çıralı), which has been burning for 3000 years, and Ulupınar Waterfall, famous for its cool waters, are among the places you should definitely explore in the region. You can crown your Phaselis vacation with these unique stops.