Antalya Aquarium Tour (from Side) from Demre β Transfer, Price & Pickup
Staying in Demre and want to do the Antalya Aquarium Tour (from Side)? Here's exactly what that looks like. The pickup point sits roughly 127.8 km away, an estimated 159-minute transfer, with hotel pickup in the 07:30 β 09:00 window. The tour runs Full Day and costs β¬70 per person. Right now the sea is around 21Β°C with high crowds β Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather.. About staying in Demre: Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus. Its compact area packs a famous church, dramatic rock-cut tombs and a Roman theatre, with access to the Kekova sunken city. Nearby you'll find Church of St. Nicholas, Myra Rock Tombs, Andriake / Myra Museum. Demre is about 145 km southwest of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 2β2.5 hour drive along the coast; it is often combined with KaΕ and Kekova. From our guides on the ground: Departing from the Side area, this visits Antalya's record 131-metre tunnel aquarium β walk the tunnel slowly to get the most from it. Themed tropical, rainforest and Mediterranean zones follow, plus a cold Snow World, so a light jacket is worth packing even in summer. Being fully indoor, it's our reliable pick on a rainy or very hot day. Ideal for families; the day includes the round transfer from Side, so allow travel time each way.
About Demre
Demre is the home of ancient Myra and the historical Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus. Its compact area packs a famous church, dramatic rock-cut tombs and a Roman theatre, with access to the Kekova sunken city.
What to see near Demre
Church of St. Nicholas β The Byzantine church in Demre where Saint Nicholas β the original Santa Claus β served as bishop and was buried. Myra Rock Tombs β A cliff face honeycombed with elaborate Lycian house-style tombs, above a well-preserved Roman theatre. Andriake / Myra Museum β The ancient harbour of Myra with a granary of Hadrian and a museum of Lycian civilisation. Kekova Sunken City β Submerged ancient ruins reached by boat from nearby ΓΓ§aΔΔ±z, on the shore of Kekova island.
Local tips
β’ Visit the Church of St. Nicholas and the Myra tombs together β they are minutes apart. β’ Kekova boats leave from ΓΓ§aΔΔ±z/Andriake near Demre, not from the town centre. β’ Demre is inland of its beaches; allow extra time to reach the harbour.
From our team on the ground
Departing from the Side area, this visits Antalya's record 131-metre tunnel aquarium β walk the tunnel slowly to get the most from it. Themed tropical, rainforest and Mediterranean zones follow, plus a cold Snow World, so a light jacket is worth packing even in summer. Being fully indoor, it's our reliable pick on a rainy or very hot day. Ideal for families; the day includes the round transfer from Side, so allow travel time each way.
Highlights
What's included
- Full Insurance
- Hotel Transfer (Both Ways)
- Antalya Aquarium Entrance Fee
Frequently asked questions
How far is the Antalya Aquarium Tour (from Side) from Demre?
The departure point is about 127.8 km from Demre, an estimated 159-minute drive.
What time is hotel pickup from Demre?
Pickup from Demre hotels is typically in the 07:30 β 09:00 window.
How much does the Antalya Aquarium Tour (from Side) cost?
β¬70 per person.
Is hotel pickup included from Demre?
Yes β round-trip hotel transfer from Demre is included.
What's the weather and sea like for this tour now?
Right now the sea is around 21Β°C with high crowds β Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather..
What else is Demre known for?
Demre is known for Church of St. Nicholas (Santa Claus), ancient Myra rock tombs, Roman theatre, Kekova access.
Why is Demre famous?
Demre is the ancient city of Myra and the home of Saint Nicholas β the bishop who inspired Santa Claus β alongside striking Lycian rock tombs and a Roman theatre.
Traveller reviews
Our guide gave us clear timing and left us to enjoy the aquarium at our own pace.
No queue problems and no confusing meeting point. We appreciated the simple organization.
The aquarium was worth seeing, but visitors from Side should understand that the transfer is a real part of the day. Once we arrived, entry was smooth and we could walk around at our own pace. The kids liked the snow room almost as much as the fish tunnel. I would recommend it, but not if your children hate coach rides.
The aquarium was busier than expected, but the tunnel section still felt special.
The driver found our hotel easily and messaged before arriving. Aquarium was clean and well laid out. Tbh, we were happy with it.
Good choice for a cloudy morning. We were back at the hotel with time for dinner.