Guidebook for Kaş
Parks & Nature
Patara Beach
Patara beach is wordly famous for Caretta & Caretta's.
Some trips explore the many beautiful bays, beaches and sea caves along the coast near Kalkan while other tours go farther to gorgeous (and not-to-be-missed) Kekova, one of the most beautiful areas of the Turkish coast. Daily tours to the Kekova area are popular – these go overland to the village of Uçaðýz (to save time getting there), where you board your glass-bottom boat.
All these trips include swim stops and Mediterranean Turkish meals are usually served on board as well (usually included in the price, drinks are extra). Fishing trips and romantic moonlight cruises can be arranged also.
137 locals recommend
Kekova Island
Some trips explore the many beautiful bays, beaches and sea caves along the coast near Kalkan while other tours go farther to gorgeous (and not-to-be-missed) Kekova, one of the most beautiful areas of the Turkish coast. Daily tours to the Kekova area are popular – these go overland to the village of Uçaðýz (to save time getting there), where you board your glass-bottom boat.
All these trips include swim stops and Mediterranean Turkish meals are usually served on board as well (usually included in the price, drinks are extra). Fishing trips and romantic moonlight cruises can be arranged also.
If you’d like to visit the Greek island of Meis (Castellorizo), it is only a 45 minute boat ride from the nearby town of Kas, which can be reached quickly and cheaply by dolmuş from Kalkan.
22 locals recommend
Kastellorizo
If you’d like to visit the Greek island of Meis (Castellorizo), it is only a 45 minute boat ride from the nearby town of Kas, which can be reached quickly and cheaply by dolmuş from Kalkan.
Essentials
M Migros
Acısu MevkiYou can buy kitchen supplies from Migros.
Kalkan’s only gym, well equipped with many types of machines, weights, exercise and spinning bicyles and a floorwork area. Daily, weekly and monthly prices.
Kalkan Spor
Kalkan’s only gym, well equipped with many types of machines, weights, exercise and spinning bicyles and a floorwork area. Daily, weekly and monthly prices.
Arts & Culture
Xanthos was the capital city of the Lycian Federation and its greatest city for most of Lycian history. It was made famous to the Western world in the 19th century by its British discoverer Charles Fellows. It is very old - finds date back to the 8th century BC, but it is possible that the site may have existed during the Bronze Age or during the first centuries of the Iron Age
53 locals recommend
Ksantos
Xanthos was the capital city of the Lycian Federation and its greatest city for most of Lycian history. It was made famous to the Western world in the 19th century by its British discoverer Charles Fellows. It is very old - finds date back to the 8th century BC, but it is possible that the site may have existed during the Bronze Age or during the first centuries of the Iron Age
Food Scene
Blue Marlin
You can eat delicious sea food in here :)
Ada Patisserie Cafe Bistro
No:5 Cumhuriyet Cd.Great Turkish breakfast
Drinks & Nightlife
Moonlight Cafe Bar
Hasan Altan CaddesiBest bar with good playlists in Kalkan
Entertainment & Activities
This place is the best place to do water sports in Kaş/Kalkan
jet skiing, water skiing, parasailing etc..
7 locals recommend
Aristos Water Sports Kalkan
This place is the best place to do water sports in Kaş/Kalkan
jet skiing, water skiing, parasailing etc..
Kalkan is an popular place for scuba diving due to its crystal clear waters and the fact that the area is known as one of the top locations for scuba diving along Turkey’s coast. It has several dive sites including islands, reefs and wall with a huge variety of marine life (including groupers, sardines, moray eels, turtles, stingrays, barracudas, sea bream, rainbow wrasse, damsel fish, bonita, sea mullet, starfish, octopus, dolphins, nurse sharks, squid, mackerel, etc.) Lessons for beginners through advanced.
Kalkan Dive Center
Kalkan is an popular place for scuba diving due to its crystal clear waters and the fact that the area is known as one of the top locations for scuba diving along Turkey’s coast. It has several dive sites including islands, reefs and wall with a huge variety of marine life (including groupers, sardines, moray eels, turtles, stingrays, barracudas, sea bream, rainbow wrasse, damsel fish, bonita, sea mullet, starfish, octopus, dolphins, nurse sharks, squid, mackerel, etc.) Lessons for beginners through advanced.
You can enjoy a fun day river canoeing on the nearby Xanthos River. Experienced river guides take you on a journey across ancient Lycian lands of tranquil, lush nature. The ride is downstream, so it isn’t hard going! The journey ends at Patara Beach, with a swim. A fun family day with a BBQ picnic lunch along the way, as well as a very enjoyable mud bath! Enquire at a local tour agent.
65 locals recommend
Xanthos Antik Kenti - Ancient ruins of Xanthos
Asar CaddesiYou can enjoy a fun day river canoeing on the nearby Xanthos River. Experienced river guides take you on a journey across ancient Lycian lands of tranquil, lush nature. The ride is downstream, so it isn’t hard going! The journey ends at Patara Beach, with a swim. A fun family day with a BBQ picnic lunch along the way, as well as a very enjoyable mud bath! Enquire at a local tour agent.
Soothe away your stress in a relaxing environment – we offer sauna, a complete hamam experience and a variety of massages.
Pırat Sultans Hamam
İskele SokakSoothe away your stress in a relaxing environment – we offer sauna, a complete hamam experience and a variety of massages.
Shopping
Carries unique items, mostly handmade. Ceramic, glass and wood pieces, jewellery, candle holders, scented oil burners and oil lamps, pictures, villa and apartment nameplates and more.
Baykuş Accessories
2. SokakCarries unique items, mostly handmade. Ceramic, glass and wood pieces, jewellery, candle holders, scented oil burners and oil lamps, pictures, villa and apartment nameplates and more.