About this experience
Exploring the Old Town of Kaleici, you will feel like you are in the 18-19th centuries: here the movement of cars is limited, no one is in a hurry, at every step there are cozy and slightly old-fashioned shops. It is on these warm streets that my childhood and youth passed - and I will gladly share with you sincere stories about local life, traditions, and cultural peculiarities.
What to expect
History and Legends of Old Antalya
Kaleici is the heart and soul of Antalya. You will learn who and when the Old Town was built, who lived here before and who lives here now. You will also explore the preserved Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and Turkish buildings and learn their rich history. In addition, you will visit the Old Port and climb to an observation deck with views of the Mediterranean Sea, the Taurus Mountains, and Konyaalti Beach.
Kaleici through the centuries
You will see the main attractions of the Old Town: the Hadrian's Gate, built in honor of the Roman emperor, the Republican Square, the 'truncated' Kesik Minaret, and the Korkut Mosque, which has been both a pagan and a Christian temple. You will also enjoy the sun-drenched orange tiled roofs, picturesque courtyards, and colorful houses!
Organizational details
- Transfer from your hotel in Belek or Kundu is included in the price
- It is possible to organize the excursion for a larger number of participants. The cost can be specified in correspondence with the guide.
