Finike is one of the popular holiday resorts of Antalya province, known as one of the popular tourism spots of Turkey. You can easily reach Finike, one of the most frequently visited districts of Antalya, by purchasing a plane ticket or bus ticket. This district, which is quite crowded especially in the summer season, is also very important in terms of sea tourism. It is a district that stands out with its unique bays and ancient cities as well as its natural beauties and beaches. There are beautiful places to visit and see in the district located in the western part of Antalya province. Finike offers you a historical tour in terms of places to visit, while at the same time providing you with the opportunity to spend time surrounded by natural beauties. There are many different options for transportation to the district, which is located approximately 114 kilometers from Antalya city center. The first of these is transportation by road. There are two alternatives for transportation by road. If you are planning to come with your private vehicle, those coming from Istanbul can set off via Pendik, those coming from Izmir can set off via Izmir Ring Road or those coming from Ankara can set off via Polatlı. You can also easily reach the destination by using applications that create a road map. Another option is intercity buses. Vacationers who plan to come from Istanbul, Bursa or Ankara can reach the district directly by purchasing a bus ticket. Those who will come from different cities can first go to Antalya Bus Terminal and then transfer to Finike by other means of transportation. In transportation by air, the destination should be Antalya Airport. You should first go to the airport by purchasing a plane ticket from where you are, then you can get on a transfer car or rent a private car to go to the district. You can also reach Finike by using taxi services. When you come to Finike, which has an important place in terms of tourism, the must-see destinations include Elmalı Museum, Andrea Doria Bay, Beyaz Kaya Beach, Gökbük Canyon, Arykanda Ancient City, Limyra Ancient City and Cave Bay. You can have a wonderful travel experience and have a pleasant time by adding these frequently visited popular spots of the district to your travel plan.
Elmalı Museum
The first stop on our list of places to visit in Finike is Elmalı Museum. There is no entrance fee to this museum located on Hükümet Caddesi. Various historical structures from ancient cities, artifacts unearthed from Tumulus excavations, mounds and many other important historical artifacts are exhibited in the museum. You can also see various historical artifacts in the garden of this museum. You can see many important historical pieces from sarcophagi to altars, architectural pieces to inscriptions in the museum garden covering an area of approximately 4000 square meters. The museum is a very ideal place for those who love to visit.
Andrea Doria Bay
You can have the chance to discover Andrea Doria Bay, which is located approximately three kilometers from the city center by purchasing a Finike bus ticket. It is possible to swim in this bay surrounded by rocks. Tours are organized here very often. If you wish, you can also explore this bay by participating in these tours. One of the most striking features of the bay is that it is the region where Caretta Carettas live their lives. It is also possible to see Mediterranean seals, which are unfortunately endangered, in this bay. We definitely recommend that you add this bay, which is surrounded by unique natural beauties, to your travel list.
Beyaz Kaya Beach
Located between Finike and Demre districts, this beach is not known by many people. If you want to swim in a calm atmosphere, you can choose this beach. The name of Beyaz Kaya Beach is white due to the white color of its sand.
Since there are no facilities on this beach, which is especially suitable for those who do not want to prefer crowded beaches, we recommend that you bring your food and drinks with you. You can have a quiet day and enjoy the sea on this beach, which stands out with its crystal clear and deep blue sea.
Gökbük Canyon
The next stop on our list of places to visit in Finike is Gökbük Canyon, which is approximately 15 kilometers away from the city center. This canyon, which is approximately four kilometers long, is visited by many local and foreign tourists. You can walk in this canyon, surrounded by natural beauties, explore the surroundings and spend peaceful hours alone with nature. There are also places where you can have a picnic. You can have a picnic here with your family or friends and have a quiet day.
Arykanda Ancient City
A place where you can have the opportunity to see by purchasing a Finike flight ticketThe love travel route is the Arykanda Ancient City, which attracts attention with its historical texture.
This ancient city, which tells the history of the district, is one of the oldest settlements in the region. We would like to state in advance that you need to pay a certain fee at the entrance to visit this ancient city. It is possible to come across various historical structures and ruins within the ancient city. The most interesting historical structure here is the area where the amphitheater is located. While visiting this ancient city, you will also have a pleasant journey towards the history of the district.
Limyra Ancient City
The next travel point on our list of places to visit in Finike is the Limyra Ancient City, which is also one of the important historical points. In this ancient city, you can come across historical traces belonging to both the Lydian and Roman periods. Among the historical structures you can see in the city area, there are many important structures such as monumental tombs, churches, and amphitheater. The most striking feature of this region is that it hosts many spring waters. Vacationers who visit this ancient city in the summer can have the opportunity to cool off by entering these spring waters. There are also places where you can have a picnic. By purchasing a Finike bus ticket, you can have the opportunity to explore this ancient city with cultural value.
Cave Bay
By purchasing a Finike flight ticket, you can visit Cave Bay, which is located between Demre and Finike and was formed naturally. The sandy part of the bay is completely made of white sand. The reason why it is called “cavernous” is because the karstic rocks formed by the harsh waves of the Mediterranean created a cave. You can enter the sea from here, lie down on the white sand and sunbathe, and enjoy the natural beauties around the bay.
