Olympos
Steeped in history, Olympos Beach on the Lycian coast near Çiralı is especially popular with nature lovers. Located in the middle of a nature reserve, the pebble beach will impress you with beautiful vegetation, ancient ruins, and a unique atmosphere.
In this guide, you will find all the important information about Olympos Beach near Çiralı, Antalya, including what to expect during your visit, helpful information on entrance fees, attractions, and how to get there. Steeped in history, Olympos Beach on the Lycian coast near Çiralı is especially popular with nature lovers. Located in the middle of a nature reserve, the pebble beach will impress you with beautiful vegetation, ancient ruins, and a unique atmosphere.
Olympos ancient city in Antalya in Turkey What Can I Do at Olympos Beach?
Olympos Beach is a natural pebble beach near the ancient city of Olympos. The wildlife in this oasis includes Caretta Caretta sea turtles that lay their eggs on the beach. This is one of the reasons that Olympos Beach is protected today.
This fact makes Olympos Beach very interesting, especially for nature lovers. Bathing in beautiful clear sea water in the middle of a nature reserve and enjoying peaceful seclusion by day is an extraordinary experience.
History buffs will enjoy the many relics from ancient times.
Most visitors are mainly alternative vacationers, backpackers, and hippies. For a few years now, Olympos Beach has also become an increasingly popular destination for couples and families.
Showers, changing rooms, sunbeds, and umbrellas are not available on the beach.
On the kilometer-long gravel beach, you will find a few restaurants serving dishes with vegetables from their own gardens. Beach vendors, on the other hand, offer refreshments and fresh mussels for sale. The numerous bars, cafes, and pubs also offer entertainment in the evening, so nightlife is not lacking. A lively atmosphere also prevails on the beach, including campfires.
Nearby Attractions
Undoubtedly the most famous attraction near the beach are the ruins of the ancient city of Olympos. Following the crystal clear Akca stream. You can walk there from the beach.
You can learn more about this ancient city in our guide to the Ancient City of Olympos in Antalya, Turkey
History and Tips. Olympos Beach is also part of the historical "Lycian Way" hiking route, which is why a hiking trip is a good idea. Another fascinating sight is the "Eternal Flame" of Chimaera, about 8 km from the beach. Tree houses in the area are very popular and are an interesting change from hotels, bungalows, and guesthouses. Camping sites are also available. A popular excursion destination is Köprülü Canyon, where rafting is possible. Other sports activities are also offered by local guesthouses. These include activities such as climbing and hiking in the coastal mountains, as well as scuba diving, bungee jumping, mountain biking, paragliding, and yoga.
Entrance, Tickets, and Tours
Since Olympos Beach is located in the ancient city of Olympos, you can visit the beach only if you buy a ticket for the ancient city of Olympos. The distance from the ticket office to the beach is a few hundred meters on foot.
Entrance: The entrance fee for the ancient city of Olympos is 30 TL in 2021.
The entrance is free for Museum Card holders.
Tickets: Tickets for the ancient city of Olympos are available at the ticket office on site.
Tip: To book amusement parks, museums, and tour tickets in advance of your trip to the Antalya region, don't hesitate to check out the deals in our official shop.
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How to Get to Olympos Beach
Olympos Beach is situated in the Kumluca district near Çiralı in the Antalya region. It's located in the ancient city of Olympos, about 28 kilometers from Kemer.
By Public Transport: If you want to travel from Antalya by public transport, it's best to take the buses or minibuses departing from the Antalya bus station and go in the "Kumluca-Fethiye" direction. Get off at the Olympos station.
From the Antalya airport: The easiest way to reach Olympos Beach is by taking a shuttle bus.
By Car: A good alternative is to arrive on your own with a rental car. There is free parking on site.
You can read more about this in our guide to renting a car in Antalya.