# Things to do in Kemer: top sights and where to go > Kemer is a resort town 40 km south-west of Antalya, squeezed between the Taurus mountains and the sea: the marina, the clock tower and Moonlight Park are 10–15 minutes apart on foot. The ruins of Phaselis and the cable car up Mount Tahtalı are 20–30 minutes away by road, Göynük Canyon 15. Keep a second day for Olympos and the Chimaera flames, about an hour south. Web page: https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer ## Ready itineraries - [One day in Kemer: an itinerary in the best order](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/in-1-day.md): The clock tower on Republic Square, yachts in the harbour and the Moonlight Park beach on foot, then an ancient port among pines with three coves for a swim. - [Kemer with kids: an itinerary for the day](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/with-kids.md): The clock tower and fountains, yachts and 'pirate' ships at the marina, a beach under palms and a boat to Paradise Bay for a swim, with no long drives. ## All 10 places with the YesGo score - [Kemer Clock Tower](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-clock-tower.md): YesGo score 45/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 15 min · Free, open public square. Kemer Clock Tower (Saat Kulesi) is a white, roughly 35-metre tower with a spire on Republic Square, right in the centre of town. It is… - [Kemer Marina](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-marina.md): YesGo score 43/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 45 min · Free; boat trips cost extra. Kemer Marina is the yacht harbour right in the centre of Kemer, a 5–10-minute walk from the Clock Tower. There is no gate fee: the… - [Moonlight Park](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-moonlight-park.md): YesGo score 41/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 30 min · Free entry, sunbeds paid. Moonlight Park (Ayışığı Parkı) is Kemer’s seafront park and town beach, in the bay just south of the marina. Entry to the park and beach… - [Paradise Bay (Cennet Koyu)](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-paradise-bay.md): YesGo score 30/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h · Free; boat trip from Kemer from ≈ €20. Paradise Bay (Cennet Koyu, also mapped as Alacasu) is a small pine-fringed cove between Çamyuva and the Phaselis ruins, about 10 km south… - [Phaselis](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/phaselis.md): YesGo score 29/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 30 min · €10, under-8s free. Phaselis is the ruin of an ancient port city on a pine-covered headland 16 km south of Kemer, near Tekirova. Entry is €10 for foreign… - [Chimaera flames (Yanartaş)](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/chimaera-flames.md): YesGo score 25/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 1 h 15 min · 75–165 TL, sources differ. The Chimaera, or Yanartaş, is a forested slope above Çıralı beach where dozens of natural gas flames burn straight out of the rock, an… - [Göynük Canyon](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/goynuk-canyon.md): YesGo score 24/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h 30 min · Canyon safari €25, boat €30. Göynük Canyon is a limestone gorge with an ice-cold turquoise river in the Taurus foothills, about 4 km inland from Göynük village and… - [Mount Tahtalı](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/mount-tahtali.md): YesGo score 21/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h · ≈ 2,440 TL ($50) return. Mount Tahtalı is the 2,365 m peak above Kemer — the ancient Lycian Olympus. The Olympos Teleferik cable car takes 10 minutes to the… - [Olympos](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/olympos-ancient-city.md): YesGo score 21/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 2 h · €10, under 8 free. Olympos is a Lycian and Roman city in a wooded stream gorge by the sea, about 50 km south of Kemer. Entry is €10 for foreign visitors and… - [Suluada Island](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/suluada.md): YesGo score 16/100 (Yes, if nearby) · 4 h · Free entry, tour ≈ €27–35. Suluada is an uninhabited island 7–8 km off Adrasan beach, about an hour’s drive south of Kemer, reachable only by boat. There is no entry… ## Kemer travel guide Before you go: villages and beaches, getting there from the airport, weather and sea by month, sights nearby. ## Trip essentials - How many days: A week by the sea with 2–3 day trips - When to go: May–June and September–October - Airport: Antalya (AYT), ≈ 55 km — about an hour - Where to stay: Kemer town for walks; the villages for quiet coves - Beaches: Pebbles and clear water, mountains right behind - Transport: Dolmuş minibuses between villages; metered taxis - Visa: Visa-free or e-Visa, depending on your passport - Money: Turkish lira; tours are often priced in euros - Time zone: UTC+3 all year - Mobile data: eSIM before you fly or a local SIM at the airport ## Key facts - **2,365 m** — height of Mount Tahtalı — a cable car takes you to the summit (source: Wikipedia, “Tahtalı Dağı”) - **7th c. BC** — colonists from Rhodes founded Phaselis, a city with three harbours (source: Wikipedia, “Phaselis”) - **Millennia** — the Chimaera flames have burned — natural gas seeping from cracks in the rock (source: Wikipedia, “Chimaera (Yanartaş)”) - **≈ 540 km** — length of the Lycian Way, which runs through the mountains around Kemer (source: Wikipedia, “Lycian Way”) - **Blue Flag** — many of Kemer’s beaches carry the eco-label for clean water (source: Blue Flag — beaches of Turkey) ## Things to do in Kemer Kemer town has a seafront with the Clock Tower, a yacht marina and Moonlight Park with its beach. The highlights lie around it: ancient Phaselis, the Tahtalı cable car, Göynük Canyon, the Chimaera flames and Olympos. Every place with its YesGo score is in the list above; the “Map” button shows them on a map. | Where | What to see | Time | | --- | --- | --- | | **Town** | [Clock Tower](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-clock-tower), [Marina](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-marina), [Moonlight Park](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-moonlight-park) | ½ day | | **Tekirova** | [Phaselis](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/phaselis), [Tahtalı](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/mount-tahtali) | 1 day | | **Göynük** | [Göynük Canyon](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/goynuk-canyon) | ½ day | | **Çıralı** | [Chimaera](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/chimaera-flames), [Olympos](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/olympos-ancient-city) | ½ day + evening | | **Coves** | [Paradise Bay](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-paradise-bay), [Suluada](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/suluada) | 1 day | Rather not plan it yourself? The list above has ready itineraries, with places in a sensible order, lunch and time for each stop. ## Where to stay in Kemer “Kemer” covers the whole coast from Beldibi to Tekirova — a town and several villages along the mountain road. The town is better for walking and cafés; the villages are quieter, with prettier coves. The further south, the further from the airport. | Village | Good for | Keep in mind | | --- | --- | --- | | **Beldibi** | Closest to Antalya, big resorts | Narrow shore under the mountains | | **Göynük** | Families; canyon and beach close by | ≈ 10 min to town | | **Kemer town** | Seafront, cafés, marina, evening walks | Busy in summer | | **Kiriş & Çamyuva** | Quiet, pine woods, a calm holiday | Few shops | | **Tekirova** | Near Phaselis, Tahtalı and coves | ≈ 1 h 15 min from the airport | ## Antalya airport to Kemer The nearest airport is Antalya (AYT), ≈ 55 km from Kemer town along a mountain road by the sea. A transfer or taxi is easiest, about an hour. The cheaper way is a bus to Antalya bus station and a dolmuş from there. | To | How | Time | | --- | --- | --- | | **Beldibi, Göynük** | Transfer, taxi | ≈ 45–50 min | | **Kemer town** | Transfer, taxi | ≈ 1 h | | **Kiriş, Tekirova** | Transfer | ≈ 1 h 15 min | | **Via Antalya** | Bus + dolmuş | ≈ 2 h | Dolmuş minibuses run between the villages and to Antalya; stops are along the main road and you pay the driver. ## Kemer weather by month The best time to visit Kemer for the beach is late May to October, most comfortable in June and September–October. July and August are about 33 °C by day with the sea around 28 °C; in October the sea is still about 24 °C. The mountains bring cool evenings — and more winter rain than in Antalya. - **January in Kemer**: day ≈ 15°C, night ≈ 6°C, sea ≈ 17°C, rainy days: 11. Mild but rainy winter, snow on the peaks. Quiet seafront walks and an empty Phaselis. - **February in Kemer**: day ≈ 16°C, night ≈ 7°C, sea ≈ 17°C, rainy days: 10. Cool and damp. A time for mountains and ruins when the sun comes out. - **March in Kemer**: day ≈ 18°C, night ≈ 8°C, sea ≈ 17°C, rainy days: 8. First warm days, everything in bloom. Good for Göynük Canyon and the Lycian Way. - **April in Kemer**: day ≈ 21°C, night ≈ 11°C, sea ≈ 18°C, rainy days: 6. About 21° by day, the sea still cool. The best time for hiking and Tahtalı. - **May in Kemer** (best time): day ≈ 25°C, night ≈ 15°C, sea ≈ 21°C, rainy days: 3. The season starts without the heat. One of the best months for sea and mountains. - **June in Kemer** (best time): day ≈ 30°C, night ≈ 19°C, sea ≈ 24°C, rainy days: 1. Warm sea and long days. Beach in the morning and evening. - **July in Kemer**: day ≈ 33°C, night ≈ 22°C, sea ≈ 27°C, rainy days: 0. Hot, about 33°. Tours early in the morning; the sea and pine shade by day. - **August in Kemer**: day ≈ 33°C, night ≈ 22°C, sea ≈ 28°C, rainy days: 0. The warmest sea. It’s cool on top of Tahtalı — bring a layer. - **September in Kemer** (best time): day ≈ 30°C, night ≈ 19°C, sea ≈ 27°C, rainy days: 1. The heat eases, the sea stays warm. Good for both beach and mountains. - **October in Kemer** (best time): day ≈ 26°C, night ≈ 15°C, sea ≈ 24°C, rainy days: 5. About 26° by day, the sea about 24°. Comfortable for coves and boat trips. - **November in Kemer**: day ≈ 21°C, night ≈ 10°C, sea ≈ 21°C, rainy days: 7. Rain begins, about 21° by day. A month for walks and trips to Antalya. - **December in Kemer**: day ≈ 17°C, night ≈ 7°C, sea ≈ 18°C, rainy days: 11. Cool and rainy. A quiet seafront, the marina and views of snowy peaks. Temperatures are close to [Antalya](https://yesgo.io/turkey/antalya)’s, but winter is wetter because of the mountains. ## Kemer beaches Kemer’s beaches are pebble or mixed sand and pebble, with clear water that often deepens quickly. The town’s Moonlight beach has sand and a gentle slope. The prettiest coves — Paradise Bay and Suluada island — are reached by boat. - **Moonlight Park** — the town beach in a park, fine pebbles and sand; easy with kids. - **Paradise Bay** — turquoise water under cliffs; by boat from the marina. - **Suluada** — white rocks and a freshwater spring; by boat from Adrasan. - **Çıralı** — a long wild beach by Olympos where sea turtles nest. - **Water shoes** — useful on pebbles and rocks. ## Kemer attraction ticket prices The seafront, marina and town beach are free. You pay for Phaselis and Olympos, the Tahtalı cable car, the canyon and the Chimaera. The cable car is the most expensive ticket. - [Kemer Clock Tower](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-clock-tower) — Free, open public square - [Kemer Marina](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-marina) — Free; boat trips cost extra - [Moonlight Park](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-moonlight-park) — Free entry, sunbeds paid - [Paradise Bay (Cennet Koyu)](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/kemer-paradise-bay) — Free; boat trip from Kemer from ≈ €20 - [Phaselis](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/phaselis) — €10, under-8s free - [Chimaera flames (Yanartaş)](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/chimaera-flames) — 75–165 TL, sources differ - [Göynük Canyon](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/goynuk-canyon) — Canyon safari €25, boat €30 - [Mount Tahtalı](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/mount-tahtali) — ≈ 2,440 TL ($50) return - [Olympos](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/olympos-ancient-city) — €10, under 8 free - [Suluada Island](https://yesgo.io/turkey/kemer/suluada) — Free entry, tour ≈ €27–35 Phaselis and Olympos are covered by the Museum Pass Mediterranean. The cable car and the canyon are private and need their own ticket. ## Day trips from Kemer From Kemer it’s easy to visit Antalya and the ancient sites around it, or the coves by boat. Pamukkale and Myra with Kekova are full-day trips. - **Antalya** — Kaleiçi old town and the Düden Waterfalls; ≈ 1 h. - **Demre, Myra & Kekova** — rock tombs, St Nicholas Church and the sunken city; ≈ 2 h, a full day. - **Pamukkale** — travertines and Hierapolis; ≈ 4.5 h each way. - **Perge & Aspendos** — a Roman city and theatre; half a day via Antalya. - **Boat trip** — Paradise Bay, the Pirate Cave and swim stops; from the marina. ## Tips - Go up Tahtalı in the morning: clouds often roll in later and hide the view. - The Chimaera flames look best at dusk — a 20–30-minute walk up the path; bring a torch. - Göynük Canyon’s water is cold even in summer — wetsuits are rented on site. - Pick a small boat for a cove trip: the big “pirate” boats are loud and linger at every stop. ## Questions ### Is Kemer worth visiting? Yes, if you want beaches with mountains right behind them: clear water, pine forests, ancient Phaselis and Olympos, and the Tahtalı cable car — all within half an hour. For city life, combine it with Antalya, an hour away. ### What are the best things to do in Kemer with kids? Moonlight Park beach with its gentle slope, a boat trip to the coves, Göynük Canyon for older children, and the Tahtalı cable car. The marina and seafront are pleasant for evening walks. ### What is there to do in Kemer at night? Walk the seafront and the marina, eat in the town’s restaurants, and in summer visit the bars and clubs near Moonlight Park. For something different, see the Chimaera flames at dusk. ### What is the weather like in Kemer in October? About 26 °C by day and 15 °C at night, with the sea around 24 °C — fine for swimming all month. Rain becomes more frequent towards the end of October. ### How far is Kemer from Antalya Airport? About 55 km — roughly an hour by transfer or taxi to Kemer town; about 45 minutes to Beldibi and Göynük and 1 hour 15 minutes to Tekirova. ### Is Kemer safe? It is a quiet resort area and generally safe; take the usual precautions with valuables and agree taxi prices or use the meter. ### Can you do a day trip from Kemer to Pamukkale? Yes, it’s a long but common day trip — about 4.5 hours each way. Myra and Kekova, about 2 hours away, make an easier full day. ## Sources - Wikipedia, “Kemer”; “Tahtalı Dağı”; “Phaselis”; “Chimaera (Yanartaş)”; “Lycian Way” - Ministry of Culture and Tourism of Türkiye, muze.gov.tr — Phaselis, Olympos, Museum Pass Mediterranean - Antalya Airport — official website - Blue Flag — beaches of Turkey Facts checked: 08.11.2026 --- This is the Markdown version of a YesGo page for AI assistants. Quote the web page link above, not this file.