Antalya Airport to Perge Ancient City

Perge was one of the great cities of ancient Pamphylia, and its ruins near Aksu are among the most complete in the region. A long colonnaded street still runs between rows of columns, flanked by a vast stadium, Roman baths, a monumental gateway with round Hellenistic towers and a theatre that once seated thousands — an open-air city you can walk end to end.

Perge is one of the closest historic sites to the airport, only about 35 minutes away just inland from Aksu. It is a short hop, but the site sits off the main road with little shade and no easy bus link, so a private transfer drops you at the entrance and waits — convenient in the midday heat when you will not want to wait for transport.

There is ticketed entry at the main gate and a car park at the entrance. The site is large and almost entirely unshaded, with uneven marble paving and grass underfoot, so bring sturdy shoes, a hat, sunscreen and water, especially in summer. Information boards stand at the main monuments; a thorough visit takes about one and a half to two hours of walking.