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From 60 € round trip
Private round-trip from Side
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60€round trip / vehicle
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Pickup point: Antalya Airport (AYT)
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100€round trip / vehicle
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110€round trip / vehicle
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About this place
Side's historic old town is a pedestrian zone — private transfer is the only way to arrive at the door without navigating restricted streets or hunting for a distant car park.
The Temple of Apollo stands at the southwestern tip of the ancient port town of Side, approximately 75 kilometres east of Antalya city centre. Built around 150 AD during the Roman Pax Romana period, the temple's six surviving Corinthian columns rise directly above the Mediterranean Sea, making it one of the most photographed ancient sites on Turkey's southern coast. The site sits within Side's walled old town, which is a designated pedestrian zone — vehicles are not permitted beyond the theatre and outer car parks.
Visitors come for the history, the architecture, and above all the setting: the columns are dramatically lit after dark and the sunset views across the harbour are exceptional. The temple is closely associated with the legend of Antony and Cleopatra, adding a romantic layer to its already considerable historical draw. Most visitors combine it with the nearby Side Archaeological Museum and the well-preserved Roman theatre, making it a natural half-day itinerary. Your driver will drop you as close as permitted to the old town entrance, leaving you a short, pleasant walk along the harbourfront to the ruins.
| Region | Duration | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Antalya City Centre | 70–85 minutes | 75 km |
| Lara / Kundu | 60–75 minutes | 65 km |
| Belek | 35–45 minutes | 35 km |
| Side / Manavgat | 5–15 minutes | 5 km |
| Kemer | 100–120 minutes | 110 km |
| Alanya | 60–75 minutes | 65 km |
Approximate durations under normal traffic conditions. July–August afternoons may add 10–15 minutes.
4 key benefits
Benefit 1
The historic centre of Side is closed to private vehicles from the Roman theatre inward. Self-driving visitors must park in outlying car parks and either walk, take a shuttle bus, or pay for a golf buggy into town. A private transfer drops you directly at the permitted entry point, saving time and eliminating a confusing first step in an unfamiliar town.
Benefit 2
Side's old town is a pedestrian zone, which means taxis cannot park and wait near the ruins. After your visit — especially in the evening when sunset crowds disperse simultaneously — finding an available taxi can take 20–30 minutes. With MovXtra, your driver is waiting at the agreed time, regardless of when crowds thin out.
Benefit 3
Most visitors to Apollo Temple also want to see the Side Archaeological Museum and the Roman theatre, all within the same old town area. Your MovXtra driver can wait or return at a set time, allowing you to move freely between sites at your own pace rather than working around a tour group's itinerary.
Benefit 4
In July and August, Side's approach roads experience significant congestion in the afternoon and early evening as day-trippers and tour buses exit simultaneously. Your MovXtra driver monitors conditions and plans the return route accordingly, ensuring a calm, predictable journey back to your hotel rather than an anxious roadside wait.
Organised tours to Apollo Temple Side are widely available from hotels across Antalya, Belek, and Alanya. They typically bundle the temple with the Side theatre and museum, handle entrance logistics, and include a guide. For first-time visitors who want context and commentary, a tour has genuine value. The trade-off is a fixed schedule: you depart when the group departs, spend exactly as long as the itinerary allows, and share the day with 20 or more other travellers.
A private transfer to Apollo Temple Side gives you a completely different visit. You set the departure time, decide how long you stay, and are free to linger at the harbourfront for sunset without watching the clock. If you want to extend your time at the museum or add a meal in the old town, that is your decision — not the tour operator's. Your driver waits the standard 2 hours, and if you need longer, extra flexible waiting can be arranged at the time of booking.
Private transfer suits travellers who already know what they want to see and simply need reliable, comfortable transport to get there and back. Families with children, couples on a shorter itinerary, and repeat visitors who have done the group tour before will all find the private option more practical. From Belek, the journey is only around 35–45 minutes each way — straightforward enough that a half-day visit to Apollo Temple Side is genuinely achievable without any tour group involvement.
The return journey from Apollo Temple Side deserves as much thought as the outward trip. Side's old town empties quickly after sunset, and the approach roads can back up significantly as day visitors and tour buses all leave at a similar time in peak season. With MovXtra, your driver monitors road conditions and is ready at your agreed pickup point — whether that is directly after your visit or following a meal in the old town. There are no taxis to hail at the temple itself, and the walk to the outer car park area can feel long after a full afternoon on your feet. A pre-booked return removes all of that uncertainty and gets you back to your hotel comfortably and on schedule.
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From Belek, the drive to Apollo Temple Side takes approximately 35–45 minutes under normal conditions. Belek is the closest major resort zone to Side, making it the most convenient base for a visit. Allow an extra 10–15 minutes in peak summer afternoon traffic.
Allow at least 2 hours, which covers the temple itself, a walk along the harbour, and time to take in the site at a relaxed pace. If you plan to visit the Side Archaeological Museum or the Roman theatre in the same trip, budget 3–4 hours and arrange extended waiting time when booking.
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Fixed price, door-to-door — arrive directly at Side's old town entrance with no parking stress and a driver waiting when you're done.
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