Things to Do in Belek: Travel Guide

Pickup 07:30 – 09:00Sea 21°C · High crowds

Belek is Turkey's golf capital and a polished luxury-resort destination set among umbrella-pine forests and Caretta turtle nesting beaches. It is also the gateway to the Roman theatre of Aspendos and the Land of Legends theme park. Belek is best known for Championship golf, Luxury all-inclusive resorts, The Land of Legends theme park, Aspendos Roman theatre, pine forests and turtle beaches. Right now the sea is around 21°C with high crowds — Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather.. Below are the top things to see plus the tours that actually run from Belek.

Championship golfLuxury all-inclusive resortsThe Land of Legends theme parkAspendos Roman theatrepine forests and turtle beaches

Top sights in Belek

The Land of Legends — A large theme park and water-park complex with rides, shows and a shopping avenue — one of Turkey's biggest. Aspendos Theatre — A spectacularly preserved Roman theatre from the 2nd century AD, still used for performances, a short drive inland. Köprülü Canyon — A pine-clad national park and the region's white-water rafting centre, reached via Belek. Belek golf courses — A cluster of internationally designed championship courses that host European tour events.

Beaches

Belek Beach — Soft sand backed by pine forest, a protected nesting site for loggerhead (Caretta caretta) sea turtles.

Getting to Belek

Belek lies about 35 km east of Antalya Airport (AYT), roughly a 35–40 minute drive along the coastal highway.

Who Belek suits

• Golfers • Luxury and all-inclusive holidays • Families (theme parks) • Couples

Local tips

• Belek beaches are turtle nesting sites — follow the seasonal night-lighting rules in summer. • Combine Aspendos with the Manavgat Waterfall and Side ruins on a single day trip. • The Land of Legends is best in the late afternoon and evening when the lights and shows begin.

Tours from Belek

Land of Legends Theme Park & Waterpark

Full Day · €65 pp · ~10 min

Land of Legends Night Show

4 Hours · €30 pp · ~10 min

Quad Safari

2 Hours · €35 pp · ~36 min

Antalya Aquarium Tour (from Side)

Full Day · €70 pp · ~36 min

Turkish Bath - Side

2 Hours · €40 pp · ~36 min

Swim with Dolphins & Dolphin Show Combo

Full Day · €170 pp · ~36 min

Jeep Safari

8:00 AM – 4:30 PM · €35 pp · ~36 min

Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour

8:45 AM - 5:00 PM · €60 pp · ~36 min

Frequently asked questions

What is Belek famous for?

Belek is Turkey's golf capital, known for championship courses, luxury resorts, the Land of Legends theme park and the nearby Roman theatre at Aspendos.

How far is Belek from Antalya Airport?

About 35 km, a 35–40 minute drive.

What's the weather like in Belek right now?

Right now the sea is around 21°C with high crowds — Reliable sunshine, sea warming up. Excellent all-round touring weather..

What tours run from Belek?

Popular options include Land of Legends Theme Park & Waterpark, Land of Legends Night Show, Quad Safari, Aspendos Side Manavgat Waterfall Tour.