Manavgat is located between Alanya and Antalya 5 km from the Mediterranean coast, on both banks of a wide and turbulent river of the same name. The very first buildings on the territory of Manavgat date back to the 6th century BC. The first mention of the resort (under the name Melas) dates back to 1329 year. Initially Manavgat was under the rule of the Seljuk Turks and was annexed to the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Now this city in the eyes of the tourist is associated with the resort area of Side, which is just a stone's throw away.
It's worth to go to Manavgat if you want to relax a bit from beach rest, change seascapes to river, relax in a restaurant under shady trees, enjoy the coolness of a waterfall and bathing in an invigorating mountain river, and also to stock up with new impressions.
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How to get to Manavgat
From Istanbul to Manavgat 800 km, from Ankara - 460, from Izmir - 520. By plane you can fly to the nearest airport - Antalya, from which to Manavgat 76 km. By car you can reach the city on the D400 highway. And from any major city in Turkey you can get to Manavgat by bus or minibus, which is called "dolmush" in Turkey.
The most convenient way to travel around the city and the nearest landmarks is to go for a "dolmushe". Also for short trips you can take a bike, motor scooter or a motorcycle for rent.
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Cuisine and restaurants
There are a lot of inexpensive cafes and snack bars in the city with huge portions and sparing prices. In the restaurant near the bus station there is a magnificent grill and the finest cakes.
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Manavgat climate
| Average monthly temperature, ° C | ||||||||||||
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
| In the afternoon | +15 | + 16 | + 17 | + 20 | + 24 | + 27 | + 30 | + 31 | + 29 | + 25 | +21 | + 17 |
| at night | + 7 | + 7 | + 9 | + 11 | + 15 | + 18 | + 21 | + 21 | + 19 | + 15 | + 12 | + 9 |
Hotels of Manavgat
You can stop in Manavgat in city hotels, apartments and private boarding houses. Experienced tourists recommend Villa Lapin, which is located directly on the bank of the Manavgat River, in a secluded quiet place and is famous for its luxurious breakfasts.
Alternatively, it can be proposed to be located in Side, 5 km from Manavgat, and almost completely built up by hotels different levels of comfort and stardom. The most budget accommodation options in Side are private hostels that provide their guests with bed and breakfasts.
Shopping and shopping
On Mondays in Manavgat, a bazaar is organized to attract locals from the surrounding villages. Grapes, peaches, figs and cherries are fabulously cheap, and you can buy real Turkish tea and homemade olive oil. You can buy inexpensive high-quality knitwear, cotton products and leather things.
Entertainment, excursions and attractions Manavgata
Manavgat Waterfall. To reach the waterfall, located 3 km from the city, you can on the city dolmushe with a sign Selale on the windshield. The waterfall itself is low - about 2 m, but the width of the forty-meter stream, which carries its waters from the Taurus Mountains to the sea, is fascinating. Around the waterfall there is an abundance of fish restaurants and souvenir shops. Down the river from Manavgat you can go down to the sea by canoe, boats and thermal walks of various sizes. The trip will take you about 3-4 hours. During the voyage you can dine and enjoy the folklore program, as well as see many picturesque caves and grottos, visit the Altinbesik cave with small lakes, stalactites and stalagmites.
In the vicinity of the city you can see the majestic ruins of Side, especially the Roman amphitheater, the city walls, the basilica and the temple of Apolon; ruins of ancient Seleucia, visit the national park of Kepryulyu Canyon - a real paradise for rafting enthusiasts.
Fans of outdoor activities will be interested in walking and cycling along the sand spit between the Manavgat River and the sea, and walks in the healing coniferous forests around the city. The areas of the Manavgat River are suitable for rafting. And along its shores and outskirts, jeep safari is organized
In the place where the Manavgat River falls into the sea, you can enjoy the change of temperatures by combining bathing in the warm sea and a cool river. Photo of Manavgat (14)