How much does a holiday in Antalya cost in 2026: food, accommodation and tickets

Planning a trip to Antalya and not sure how much money to bring? Prices here are in lira, and only museum and ancient city tickets are listed in euros. Entry to Aspendos costs 15 € (as of 09/2026, Ministry of Culture tariff). Below are the rates for September 2026: groceries, restaurants, ancient city tickets, hotels, and transport.

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What things cost in Antalya in 2026

💡 In short:

• Budget in lira: in Antalya almost all price tags are in TL, not euros.
• Buy ancient city tickets in advance so you don't stand in line at the ticket office under the sun.
• Eat in neighborhoods away from the waterfront, where you pay less for the same dish.
• Use an AntalyaKart to get around; rides are cheaper than paying cash.
• Prices and opening hours: 09/2026, verified on the official Turkish museums website.

Antalya remains one of the most affordable destinations on the Turkish Riviera. The biggest expense here is accommodation in high season; the cheapest are food and city transport. Below, the editorial team has broken down prices by category so you can estimate your budget before buying tickets.

Kaleiçi and the old harbor remain a free part of the city. Walking the fortress streets and the waterfront costs nothing, and it's exactly where you should go on your first day.

Grocery and market prices

Groceries in Antalya cost less than in Germany. A basic supermarket haul (BİM, A101, Şok) will run you noticeably below what you're used to. Only imported brands are pricier here: German chocolate or Italian pasta cost about the same as back home.

The best deals are at city markets. Konyaaltı and Lara have weekly bazaars where tomatoes, greens, olives, and cheese are cheaper than at chain stores. Come at opening time, when the selection is better and vendors are more willing to negotiate.

Pay in cash lira. Cards are rarely accepted at the bazaar, and small bills also come in handy for tea at a café. Haggling is appropriate at the market, but not at the supermarket, where prices are fixed.

• Where to shop: the Konyaaltı bazaar, the Lara market, BİM and A101 chains.
• Tip: buy seasonal fruit; it's local and the cheapest in the city.

How much it costs to eat at a restaurant

Lunch is cheaper than dinner, and that's the main way to save on food. During the day at an ordinary lokanta you'll get soup and kebab at a modest price, while in the evening at a seaside restaurant the bill grows several times over.

The difference isn't quality, it's location. On the Konyaaltı waterfront and in Kaleiçi they charge tourist prices; there you're paying for the view. Two streets back from the promenade you'll find locals, and the same kebab is cheaper there.

Keep your order simple: döner and pide on the go, Adana kebab at a lokanta, meze and grilled fish at a restaurant. Fish in the old harbor remains the most expensive item on the menu; buy it by weight at the counter, not from a photo.

• Cheaper: lokantas in Muratpaşa and Kepez, street döner shops.
• Pricier: restaurants by the old harbor and on the first line in Konyaaltı.
• Tip: at lunch, look for a set menu; it's usually cheaper than the same items in the evening.

Ancient city and museum tickets

Museum and ruin entry in Turkey is priced in euros, and Turkish citizens have a separate card. Foreign visitors pay the Ministry of Culture tariff. As of 09/2026.

Aspendos is open daily from 08:00 to 19:00, and the ticket office stops selling at 18:30 (as of 09/2026, official website). In the heat, take a morning slot: at midday the amphitheater has no shade, and water at the entrance kiosk costs more than in the city.

Important: the Antalya Archaeological Museum is closed on the ministry's 2026 list. Check its status before your trip. Instead, visit the free ethnography museum. The Church of St. Nicholas in Demre has an entry fee and is about 150 km from the city.

The MüzeKart works for Turkish citizens (as of 09/2026, ticket tariff). The card is not for foreigners; for you, the euro tariff applies, along with the Museum Pass, which pays for itself after a few sites.

Tours with transfers are usually more expensive than going on your own, but they save you from connections and hunting for the entrance. If you want a ready-made day trip, check out tours and tickets on GetYourGuide.

Hotel prices: from guesthouse to all inclusive

Hotels in Antalya split into two worlds. In Kaleiçi and the center, these are small pensions and boutique hotels; in Konyaaltı and Lara, these are resort complexes with all inclusive packages.

The price depends not on stars but on season and meal plan. May and October are cheaper than July and August, and breakfast or half board noticeably changes the total. For a family, a May trip is often a better deal than the height of summer, at the same hotel.

What to check before booking: distance to the beach, whether sun loungers cost extra, how many minutes to the tram. Five stars in Lara does not mean the sea is close, and in Belek resorts sit away from the town.

• Budget: Kaleiçi pensions and apartments in Konyaaltı.
• Comfort: 4-5 star hotels in Lara and Belek with all inclusive.
• Tip: check the date of reviews; old ratings do not reflect renovations and new staff.
• See hotel prices in Antalya on Trip.com

Tram, bus, and taxi: how much transport costs

Getting around Antalya is cheaper on public transport. A single ride with an AntalyaKart card costs 42 TL, and the card itself is 100 TL (as of 09/2026, source). Paying in cash is more expensive: without a card, a ride will cost 46 TL (as of 09/2026, Antalya Kart).

Taxi fares went up in 2026: the base fare is 60 TL plus 70 TL per kilometer (as of 03/2026, city tariffs). From the airport to hotels in Lara or Konyaaltı, that is a significant amount, so many people book a transfer in advance.

The tram in Antalya has two lines: AntRay runs toward the airport, while Nostalji Tramvay runs through the center and the old town. Cards are sold at machines and kiosks near stops, and you can top them up for several rides at once.

• Cheapest option: AntalyaKart for bus and tram.
• From the airport: public transport is cheaper than a taxi, but at rush hour with suitcases it is inconvenient.
• Tip: one card works for the whole group; top it up for several days at once.

How much a week in Antalya costs

A week in Antalya comes down to accommodation, food, and one or two trips around the area. Accommodation and food eat up most of the budget, so savings here are the most noticeable.

A daily guide: breakfast and dinner at the hotel, lunch at a lokanta, one day for the ancient city, one day for the beach and a walk through Kaleiçi. Entry to Aspendos for two will cost 30 € (as of 09/2026, guest tariffs), and for Perge add 22 € for two tickets.

A walk through the old town, the harbor, Karaalioğlu Park, and Konyaaltı Beach costs almost nothing. Book tickets, transfers, and accommodation in advance in high season; in summer, options disappear fast.

⁉️🤔 Frequently asked questions

How much money do you need for a week in Antalya?

For two people, budget for accommodation, food, and one trip to the surrounding area. Entry to ancient cities costs from 3 to 15 € per person (as of 09/2026, ticket prices). Eating at lokantas outside the hotel and buying fruit at the bazaar is the cheapest option. It is impossible to give an exact amount, as it depends on the season and the type of hotel.

Is Antalya expensive compared to other resorts in Turkey?

No, Antalya remains a moderate destination. The choice of hotels is huge, from pensions in Kaleiçi to all inclusive in Lara, so it is easy to find a price that fits your budget. Transport is cheap, especially with an AntalyaKart card. July and August are the most expensive months.

Can you pay in euros in Antalya?

Hotels, excursions, and tourist shops accept euros, but at an unfavorable exchange rate. Prices at museums and ancient sites are listed in euros for foreigners (as of 09/2026, museum price list). At markets, lokantas, and on transport you need cash in lira. Keep both currencies: a card for the hotel and some TL for the day.

Is the Tünektepe cable car operating?

No. The Tünektepe cable car is not operating in 2026 (as of 09/2026, source), although old guidebooks still recommend it. If you want to get above the sea, plan a different viewpoint or a trip to the mountains. Check the status before you go, as the facility may reopen.

When should you go to Antalya to pay less?

Plan your trip for May or October. In these months the sea is already warm, and hotels cost noticeably less than during the summer peak. July and August are the most expensive, and also bring the strongest heat. In winter prices are at their lowest, but comfortable swimming is only possible in a heated pool.

In short: what to book

If you are a couple and want both city and sea, take a boutique hotel in Kaleiçi and one day for Aspendos. If you are traveling with children, look at all inclusive in Lara and book an airport transfer in advance. If your budget is limited, stay in Konyaaltı, eat at lokantas, and buy an AntalyaKart.

Before your trip, compare hotels and check excursion tickets in advance: hotel prices in Antalya on Trip.com and tickets and tours on GetYourGuide.