Side is a picturesque destination in Turkey, perfectly blending a romantic, historic town centre with sun-soaked beaches and beautiful scenery. At the town’s most popular beach in the west, you’ll be able to lounge on the sand to a backdrop of ancient architecture in the low hills directly behind. And in the town you can flit from the buzzing harbour, lined with restaurants and bars, perfect for a night out, right across to the evening markets in the central streets, bursting with knickknacks and trinkets. To visit more of the town’s must-see sights, head to the breathtaking Manavgat Waterfall one afternoon, where you’ll get a real sense of the natural beauty around the town. Or soak up the history in the well-preserved Roman amphitheatre, just a short trip from the centre.
