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Things to Do in Side
Compact, walkable and full of ruins.
Sights
- Temple of Apollo: a 2nd-century Corinthian temple at the tip of a peninsula; five columns have been re-erected; popular around sunset.
- Roman theatre: from the 2nd century, with seating estimated at roughly 15,000–20,000.
- Side Museum: a restored Roman bath with statues and sarcophagi.
- Manavgat Waterfall: a wide, low, horseshoe-shaped fall with riverside restaurants, a short detour from Manavgat.
Tips
- Visit the temple in the hour before sunset.
- Check opening hours and ticket rules on official sources.
- Wear shoes suited to old stone.
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Frequently asked questions
Best time to see the Temple of Apollo?
Many visitors go in the hour before sunset.
Is the Manavgat Waterfall large?
It is wide and low rather than tall, with restaurants along the river.