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The golden beaches along the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas are a holiday dream. Here are five of the best:

Kleopatra Beach

Located in Alanya, this beach features soft sand and clear waters, perfect for swimming and snorkelling. It also has cafés, watersports centres, and beachside hotels.

Lara Beach

Stretching from Antalya to Belek, Lara Beach offers miles of sun-kissed sand and luxurious all-inclusive resorts.

Çalış Beach

Next to Fethiye, Çalış Beach is great for parasailing and kite surfing. Beachside hotels and promenade bars provide stunning sunset views.

Ölüdeniz Beach

Known for its calm blue lagoon and sandy spit, Ölüdeniz is stunning. Beach hotels are available, or stay in nearby Fethiye and take a day trip.

İçmeler Beach

Located along the Datça Peninsula west of Marmaris, this curved bay of fine sand is ideal for banana boat rides, jet skiing, or relaxing.

With its historic attractions, exciting cities, and spectacular landscapes, Turkey holidays are packed with value. Affordable hotels and resorts leave more budget for cultural moments, adventures, and unforgettable experiences.

World-class museums

With era-spanning collections and ancient architecture aplenty, Turkey has some of the best historical museums in the world.

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque: This 1,500-year-old architectural marvel in Istanbul is a key Byzantine monument. Visit for free, make a wish at the weeping column, and admire the gold mosaic of Empress Zoe.

Topkapı Palace Museum: Explore opulence from the Ottoman dynasty with grand courtyards, pavilions, and a kitchen filled with valuable Chinese porcelain. The famous harem is especially intriguing.

Ephesus Archaeological Museum: Located in Selçuk, this museum showcases treasures from the ancient city of Ephesus, including tombs and the remains of the Temple of Artemis.

Unmissable experiences

From traditional spas to delicious meze, here are experiences you shouldn’t miss:

Hammam: Experience the centuries-old Turkish bath tradition in Istanbul’s historic hammams or at a resort.

Eat like a local: Enjoy Turkish meze, a bonding moment shared with friends and family, with a variety of flavour-packed dishes.

Whirling dervishes: Watch the Sufi ceremony performed by whirling dervishes in Istanbul, Konya, or Cappadocia.

Unique activities

Make your holiday unforgettable with these activities:

Shop the bazaars: Explore Turkey’s colorful bazaars, with Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar being the most famous.

Hot-air ballooning: Take a sunrise hot-air balloon ride over Cappadocia’s volcanic landscape, or watch from below for a magical experience.

Sail on a gulet: Cruise the Turquoise Coast on a traditional wooden gulet, discovering secluded coves, coastal towns, and clear seas for swimming and scuba diving.

The Mediterranean climate means long dry summers drawing visitors to the coast. Spring and autumn temperatures are warm across Turkey, but as it’s shoulder season, hotels are often cheaper. In winter, you can even head to the ski resorts, such as Erzurum, in the mountains. Travelling during Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha is extremely popular, bumping up the prices and the crowds – search and compare holidays well in advance if you’re looking to travel around this time.

When is the cheapest time to go on a Turkey holiday?

Hotel, accommodation and package deal prices are generally lowest in January through to March. September to December is also a cheaper time to visit, excluding the price spike over the Christmas holidays.

When should I go for the best weather?

June, July and August are mostly hot and sunny across Turkey, and the cool breezes along the coast are welcome. Along the Aegean and Mediterranean, you can expect temperatures touching 30C during summer. April to May (18C on average) and September to October (22C) bring warm temperatures across much of Turkey. Winter can be chilly, but ski resorts in January have plenty of snow.