No one should go home from holiday empty-handed. Belek and its surroundings offer options for every budget, from authentic markets to luxury shopping avenues, from local delicacy stalls to outlet stores of world brands. Here are the best routes for a shopping day.
The bazaar in Belek centre is the most convenient address for souvenirs, textiles, Turkish delight and spices. It is best explored with a pleasant evening stroll; most shopkeepers speak several languages and prices are open to bargaining.
For a truly local experience, the weekly markets are unbeatable. Fresh fruit and vegetables, olives, cheese, spices and textiles cost far less than in hotels. Manavgat market is one of the region's largest; combine it with a boat tour and see both the river and the market in a single day.
The shopping avenue of The Land of Legends, right next to Belek, turns shopping into entertainment with world brands, design stores and evening shows. You can stroll the avenue without entering the theme park; crown the day with the evening water and light show.
For brand shopping, Antalya's large malls (TerraCity, Mall of Antalya, MarkAntalya) are an air-conditioned, comfortable option. For shopping with more character, the boutiques of Kaleiçi offer handmade jewellery, ceramics and antiques. The free time on a city tour is ideal for this.
For larger families and groups of friends: a 15-seat air-conditioned minibus with an experienced driver, reserved for you alone for 8 hours. You set the plan; the driver waits, and fuel and parking are on us.
Set off at 09:30 and have Antalya's biggest theme and water park to yourselves until 18:00: one ticket opens the Hyper Coaster, the dolphin show, every slide and the rest of the rides.
River, waterfall and market in a single day: a cruise on the Manavgat Delta, a 45-minute swim break, a visit to Manavgat Waterfall and two free hours of shopping at the bazaar. Guide and waterfall entrance included.