Turkey is a favorite country for family holidays among our compatriots. Its resorts are perfect for families with children of any age. Mild climate, magnificent nature, warm sea, a large number of interesting places and entertainment for adults and children of any age, developed infrastructure and a high level of service – these are just a small part of what attracts our tourists to this country so much.

Antalya

Perhaps the most popular Turkish resort, and also one of the most convenient for families with children. Sandy quiet beaches, warm sea, a large selection of comfortable hotels operating on an all-inclusive basis. It is very easy to get here – the flight from Moscow will take no more than three hours, which is very convenient with small children.

In Antalya, when choosing accommodation, pay attention to which beach it has and which line it is on. There are beautiful quiet beaches here – sandy and with small pebbles, with a gentle entry into the water, which is the safest for children. Almost all hotels in Antalya operate on an all-inclusive basis, offering their guests a high level of service, food for every taste, including for little fussy people who are difficult to feed at home.

All the conditions for a family holiday are created on the territory of the hotels: there are small shallow pools with heated water, slides, pool toys; children's play areas and playgrounds, most resorts have children's clubs, in which a group of experienced educators and animators work with children from early morning until evening. Those who get bored can get out into the city, there are a lot of places that will be of interest to the whole family.

The Actur Park entertainment center is noisy and fun all day long, but the most beautiful time is at dusk, when all the rides are illuminated with colorful lights. You can come here with children of any age – there will be entertainment and suitable swings-carousels for both very young children and teenagers who want to tickle their nerves.

Not far from it is the Oceanarium, which is one of the five largest in the world. Here you can not only admire giant sharks and bloodthirsty piranhas, see sunken pirate ships and military aircraft, but also play snowballs in the Snow Zone in summer, take part in adventures with reptiles in the WildPark zone.

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Kemer

Kemer is buried in orange orchards and pine groves, thanks to which even the hottest days are easier to endure. Mountains, the sea and coniferous trees saturate the air with healing ions that contribute to the prevention and treatment of traditional “childhood” diseases.

Most of the beaches in Kemer are pebble or sand and pebble, so the water in the sea will remain clean and clear even in the highest season. Families with children should choose places to relax away from the noisy center, for example, quiet Tekirova. Here are the best beaches in the region, tangerine gardens, silence, and dolphins live in underwater caves.

The most beautiful and cleanest bays in Goynuk, and an unforgettable view from Mount Tahtali. From here it is very close to the famous Dinopark – the largest in Europe, its “inhabitants” are made in real size, they can move and roar menacingly. Almost all Kemer hotels are on the first line and have their own beaches. There are many 5- and 4-star complexes here.

Each of them usually has a large landscaped area with swimming pools, water parks, SPA centers, entertainment clubs for children and adults. Rest here, as in any other resort town in Turkey, is available to many and mainly thanks to the all-inclusive system operating here.

Alanya

Alanya is a resort that is famous for its clean beaches marked with Blue Flags and affordable prices. This is the warmest region in Turkey. The holiday season here begins in the second half of April and lasts until late autumn. There are many complexes with well-groomed green areas in Alanya.

If you are traveling with very young children and they need special nutrition, it is better to take care of this in advance and take the right mixture from home with you. Animators work in hotels with children, almost every one has children's clubs, play areas and playgrounds, you can use the services of a babysitter.

There are many interesting places in the city and its environs. Not far from Alanya, in the resort village of Okurcalar, there is a large Water Planet water park. Half of the attractions here are suitable for young children, and another part will fully satisfy teenagers and their parents who are thirsty for extreme experiences.

In the dolphinarium you can not only watch shows with these charming animals, but also swim with them and tropical fish, watch sharks from afar, explore the seabed and the life of the coral reef. There are many historical sights in the city and its environs – ancient fortresses, mosques and towers, interesting museums. From here you can go on boat trips to the caves around Alanya, which once served as a refuge for pirates.

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Side

A small town founded by the ancient Greeks is surrounded by eucalyptus and pine groves. This is one of the best places for families with children. In addition to a beach holiday and a rich excursion program, the very air of the resort is so saturated with useful ions and phytoncides that the very stay here already has a significant healing effect.

The city is located near Antalya Airport. You can get there by car or fixed-route taxis (dolmushi). Almost all hotels in Side are located near the sea, many have their own beaches. Most work according to the traditional all-inclusive system in Turkey.

There are a lot of five-star complexes with the appropriate infrastructure, which are mainly focused on families with children and offer excellent conditions for a full-fledged children's holiday – from a special menu to equipped recreation areas, playgrounds, children's clubs, water parks and pools with heated water and safe depth.

When choosing accommodation, pay attention to which beach is located next to it. The western beach of the city is suitable for families with children: there is clean soft sand, a gentle safe entry into the water, and a lot of entertainment. On the east coast, the beaches are less crowded, but it is quiet here, orange and pine groves grow around; here on the shore you can often find turtles basking in the sun.

The city has preserved many historical buildings from ancient times, this city can be considered an open-air museum. You should definitely wander through the ruins of the ancient city, visit the Antique Museum, which is located right in the preserved building of the ancient baths. In June-July, unforgettable performances of the International Music Opera and Ballet Festival are held on the stage of the ancient Roman amphitheater.

Famous bands from all over the world come here, you should definitely get on one of them. From here you can go on an excursion to the Manavgat waterfall. The city is conveniently located between Antalya and Alanya, so the entire entertainment infrastructure of these cities will be available to vacationers in Side.

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Bodrum

Ancient Halicarnassus is one of the most popular holiday destinations, primarily among the Turks themselves, as well as Europeans, who have long appreciated the beauty of the local nature and the quaint architecture of the city. Despite the fact that this city on the Aegean Sea is considered one of the most party places in the country, families with children can also relax here.

The climate of the region also contributes to this. Mountains, sea, coniferous forests and flowering gardens, in which the city is buried, make the climate milder here. It is not as hot here as in the Mediterranean resorts, even in the middle of summer. With children, it is best to settle in the Bitez Bay area – it is away from noisy youth centers, it is quiet here, very good sandy beaches, pine and tangerine trees grow right on the shore, clear sea and convenient entry into the water.

Accommodation prices are much higher than in Antalya or other places. But the level of service here is much higher. Luxury resorts offer their guests a premium vacation. Each has the entire infrastructure, designed for the convenience of all guests, including children. There are a lot of attractions both in the city itself and its environs.

No one will be bored – neither those who like to wander around ancient fortresses and museums, nor lovers of natural beauties, as well as fans of extreme recreation. Both children and adults will enjoy the Museum of Underwater Architecture, it will be interesting to look at the remains of one of the Seven Wonders of the World – the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus.

Then you can go on adventures to the Dedeman city water park: here everyone will find entertainment for themselves: for the little ones, a very small pool with jumping carousels, shallow pools and low slides, and for parents and older children – the Black Pipe and Kamikaze rides “, wave pools.

The local dolphinarium will also impress any of the guests. In addition to the show with dolphins, you can swim with and take pictures with them, and then have lunch at the restaurant of the local beach club.

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Marmaris

This resort was also considered exclusively “European” for a long time. Our tourists began to come here only recently. It is not by chance that the English and Dutch love him. The climate here is very mild, you can escape from the stupefying heat that reigns in the middle of the season in the Anatolian region. This is an ideal place for families with children.

The healing air of the resort, which is a cocktail of mountain and sea air, phytoncides of cedar and pine groves, will help you forget about your “favorite” children's runny nose and cough for a long time. The sea here is always calm, because the city stands on the shore of the bay, which is fenced off from the open sea on all sides.

The water here is warm and very salty, thanks to which it “holds” perfectly and is suitable for those who do not know how to swim at all or are just learning. In addition, the entrance to the water here is very smooth, without holes, stones and algae. When choosing housing, pay attention to what kind of infrastructure it has and for whom it is designed. There are a lot of youth club complexes here, where cheerful parties do not stop until the morning.

There are also family hotels here, they are usually located in the suburbs and have everything on their territory that will make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. Such hotels, unlike youth ones, most often operate on an all-inclusive basis. In the city and its environs, as well as throughout Turkey, there are many historical sights.

There are a lot of natural beauties in the vicinity of Marmaris – this is the famous turtle island Dalyan, Lake Keycheiz, Kyz-Kumu spit. From here, excursions are organized to the main Turkish sights – Pamukkale, to ancient Ephesus and others. The city has two water parks that are suitable for families, and in the summer there is always an amusement park in the city.

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Which hotel to choose

Many complexes are focused on family holidays, which means that all conditions will be created here for a comfortable stay for all family members, including very tiny ones.

Radisson Blu Resort & Spa 5*

Belongs to the world famous brand, does not lose its reputation on the shores of the Aegean Sea. On the well-groomed territory there are several outdoor pools with heated water, around which there is a recreation area with sun loungers and awnings and a sun deck. The five-story building accommodates rooms of various categories.

All 312 rooms are equipped with modern furniture, air conditioning, equipped bathrooms with all perfumes and cosmetics. All balconies offer views of the Aegean Sea. Private beach is 1 minute walk. There is soft sand, the purest transparent sea, sun loungers and awnings, a restaurant on the beach.

The SPA center has 21 rooms, which offer guests several types of massages, any beauty treatments, a fitness center equipped with modern exercise equipment. There is also an aquathermal zone, on its territory there is a sauna, three hammams and a large indoor pool with hydromassage. There are two luxurious restaurants. One of them offers local Turkish and world cuisine.

The Blue Restaurant on the beach serves traditional Mediterranean cuisine. The pool bar is open throughout the day. The beach bar has a large selection of drinks, the bar in the lobby is nice to sit with friends. There is a junior club for children, there is a special children's pool, many play areas and playgrounds.

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Ilica Hotel Spa & Wellness Resort 5*

Located on the shores of the Aegean Sea. The private beach is marked with the Blue Flag. It is located just a few minutes walk from the hotel and is equipped with a recreation area for families with small children. The beach is equipped with sun loungers, umbrellas, has a very comfortable smooth entry into the water.

On the territory there is a pool complex, which includes 7 outdoor pools, one of them has thermal water. Meals are organized according to the principle of “buffet” in the restaurant with panoramic windows “Kalama”. Guests are offered Mediterranean cuisine, a large selection of fish and seafood dishes. There is a cocktail bar on the terrace, it is cozy to sit here on warm summer evenings.

Guests are accommodated in large, bright, comfortable rooms with air conditioning and TVs. There are family rooms, some rooms are equipped with panoramic windows and hot tubs. The Spa Center offers various body treatments, several types of massage, hammam.

For those who care about keeping fit, there is a modern gym. There is a mini-club for children, several children's play areas, a pool with slides. Nearby is a water park where the whole family can spend the whole day.

VONRESORT Golden Coast & Aqua – Kids Concept 5*

It has a very large green area, where not only residential buildings are located, but also a water park with three large pools with slides and attractions. In addition, there are two additional heated outdoor swimming pools. The SPA-salon has an indoor pool, a sauna and a hammam, several beauty parlors offering a variety of body care services, a Jacuzzi.

The fitness center has modern exercise equipment, it is possible to do yoga with an instructor in nature. The rooms have comfortable furniture, TVs, air conditioners. Families with small children are provided with baby cots.

All guests are offered buffet meals with a large selection of dishes. Safran Restaurant serves Italian and Turkish dishes. The purest sandy beach is located in 1 minute. It is very spacious, equipped with sun loungers, there is an excellent entrance to the water, convenient even for small children to swim. There are a lot of different entertainments on the beach for all ages and for all tastes.

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Liberty Hotels Lara 5*

Comfortable complex with a very developed infrastructure. On its territory there are two outdoor swimming pools with slides, two large tennis courts, a fitness center. Near the pool there is a relaxation area for a relaxing holiday. On its own beach, located 200 meters from it, there is clean soft sand – any entertainment for kids, a volleyball court, sun loungers and umbrellas.

All 312 rooms are equipped with central air conditioning, refrigerator, modern furniture, safe and minibar. The restaurant has a large selection of dishes for every taste, a special children's menu – everything is organized in the form of a buffet.

Between meals, you can grab a bite to eat at the pool and beach bars. In addition to the main restaurant, there is an Italian restaurant and a small tent where pizza is prepared right in front of you. The wellness salon offers a hammam, beauty and massage rooms, a sauna. A very large recreation program is provided for children.

In addition to playgrounds, they are equipped with a pool with a shallow depth, with slides and attractions. There is a special animation team, a children's club. There are many not only entertaining, but also educational programs covering both very young children and adolescents. For them, among other things, a large number of sports competitions and training in many sports are organized.

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Vogue Hotel Supreme Bodrum 5*

An ideal place for a family holiday. Its territory is buried in greenery and flowers. On the territory of 20 hectares there are not only residential buildings, but also a whole water park, outdoor pools with 17 slides, a garden, a children's playground, sports complexes and restaurants.

Guests can use two fully equipped beaches. Meals are provided by 5 restaurants, both buffet and à la carte, offering a wide selection of dishes from any cuisine of the world, as well as a special children's menu. In addition, there is a patisserie and 11 bars throughout the complex and on the beaches.

The Spa center offers beauty treatments according to old Ayurvedic recipes, you can relax in the sauna and the traditional Turkish hammam. The sports complex is equipped with modern fitness equipment, as well as a football and basketball court, and a tennis court. For everyone, there are classes in step aerobics and zumba training.

A lot of sports programs are also provided for children. For them, a special children's club-town is equipped on the territory. It has its own pools with slides, an amusement park, a mini-zoo, various thematic classes and master classes.

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Aska Lara Resort & Spa Hotel 5*

Large comfortable resort complex, designed for families. Residential buildings are located on a vast territory, in which there are 545 rooms of various categories, homely and stylish. On the territory of the complex there is a water park with slides and areas for both active and relaxing holidays and sunbathing.

The sandy clean beach is equipped with sun loungers, a wooden pier and VIP gazebos. From early morning until late at night, the animation team holds various activities for guests of all ages, starting with morning exercises, sports, various master classes and evening shows.

The wellness center has massage and beauty parlors, a hammam, an indoor pool, and during the cold season, an outdoor pool with heated water. Meals are organized according to the “buffet” system, in addition, there are four more restaurants and several bars on the territory of the complex.

Mini-club “Leo” is a whole children's town in which experienced teachers and educators work with children and teenagers. Here your children will find new friends, gain a lot of new knowledge and skills and just have fun.

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Gloria Serenity Resort 5*

It offers its guests relaxation in spacious comfortable rooms, equipped with modern furniture, with balconies offering an unforgettable view of the sea or blooming gardens. The private beach is on the first line. Here, in addition to traditional beach activities, swimming in the clear sea and relaxing, you can treat yourself to beauty treatments in the therapeutic pavilion, which are installed right on the beach.

In addition, all guests can use the services of the SPA center, which offers thalassotherapy sessions, several massage and beauty programs, as well as relaxation in the sauna, Turkish bath, hot tubs and other treatments.

The 6 restaurants of the complex offer guests dishes for every taste – from Japanese cuisine to local, Turkish treats. 10 bars located throughout the territory and on the beach, a large selection of a wide variety of drinks, including delicious cocktails made from fresh fruit. A kids club is open for children, in addition, the animation team organizes various activities with them throughout the day.

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What to see

Turkey is a country that boasts not only its developed beach tourism infrastructure. It has a rich past and a unique nature. So that all days on vacation are not similar to one another, it is worth getting out of the hotel sometimes and seeing the local attractions.

The following places will be interesting for both children and adults:

In addition, in any city you should definitely wander around the local bazaars, see the ruins of ancient cities and monuments of the Ottoman period of history, go to the amusement park and water park with the whole family.

Best time to travel

Most Turkish complexes operate all year round. However, it is better to choose the best time for a holiday with children depending on which region you plan to stay in. It is very hot on the Anatolian coast in the middle of summer, especially in Alanya. Therefore, for families with children, it is best to choose the beginning and end of the season.

On the Aegean coast, the climate is milder and the holiday season is shorter. But even here it will be comfortable for children already in June and September. It is this time – the beginning of June and September – the most convenient for a family holiday in Turkey. In addition to climatic features, during this period there are not so many vacationers here, respectively, the resorts will be calmer, and prices are much lower than in the high season.