About Kemer
Kemer occupies one of the most visually arresting settings on the entire Turkish coast. The abrupt rise of the Taurus mountains directly behind the town creates a backdrop that is genuinely cinematic — dense forest clinging to near-vertical slopes, then plunging to crystalline bays where the water runs shades of cobalt and aquamarine rarely seen elsewhere. It is this combination of mountain drama and sea clarity that gives Kemer a character distinct from the flatter resort zones to the east.
Among Kemer's most treasured assets is Phaselis, an ancient Lycian and later Roman port city built directly on a triple-harboured peninsula. Here you can walk among marble columns and ruined bathhouses before stepping into the sea — the backdrop of forested hillside and blue water makes for a profoundly atmospheric experience. Further south, the villages of Olympos and Çıralı offer a very different side of the region: backpacker-friendly tree houses in the ruins, or eco-friendly pensions on a turtle-nesting beach where the eternal flames of the Chimaera have burned for millennia.
Kemer town itself has a well-designed marina that gives the seafront a European feel, with pavement restaurants and boutique shops that stay open well into the evening. International events such as open-water swimming competitions and triathlon races have given the town a following among sports enthusiasts, and the density of organised outdoor activities — sea kayaking, canyon walking, paragliding — is among the highest on the Riviera.
Airport Transfer to Kemer
A private transfer from Antalya Airport to Kemer takes you along the coast road before climbing into the pine-forested hills that define this part of the Riviera. Professional drivers handle the winding coastal sections confidently, and the scenic drive itself sets the mood for a Kemer holiday perfectly.
Kemer's accommodation is spread across a wide area — from Beldibi in the north to Tekirova in the south — so your transfer is routed directly to your hotel address, saving you the inconvenience of finding local transport on arrival.
Getting to Kemer
From Antalya Airport, the road south-west towards Kemer initially follows the coast before the Taurus mountains draw closer and the landscape becomes more dramatic. After passing through Antalya's southern suburbs, the route enters a series of gentle bends with sea views opening up on the left. Kemer's marina and town centre are well-signposted from the main coastal highway.
Practical Tips for Visiting Kemer
Kemer's season runs from April to November. The cable car to the Olympos summit is best used on clear days in spring and autumn when visibility extends across the entire Gulf; cloud cover can obscure the view in the height of summer. Boat tours to the secluded coves around Kemer are a highlight of any visit; they depart daily from the marina and from the beach at Göynük, typically as half-day or full-day excursions.
Visitors heading to Çıralı should note that the village has no large supermarkets — stock up in Kemer town before making the journey. The Chimaera flames are most impressive after dark; a short guided walk in the evening is a genuinely otherworldly experience. Phaselis is at its coolest and least crowded in the early morning.
- For the cable car summit, choose a clear morning in April–June or September–October for the best visibility.
- Boat tours to the coves fill up in July and August — book the day before at the marina.
- Çıralı beach is magical at dawn before other visitors arrive; loggerhead turtles may still be on the sand in nesting season.
