Every year Antalya draws millions of visitors not only with its sea and history, but also with natural beauty that enjoys enormous interest on social media. Thanks to its azure bays, historic streets, cliffs and mountain panoramas, the city has become one of the essential destinations for Instagram Reels, TikTok videos and travel vlogs. If you want to return from your Antalya holiday with striking photos and short videos, be sure to add the following places to your list.
Antalya's most-shared views on social media
The Ancient City of Phaselis
Where ancient ruins meet turquoise bays, Phaselis is one of the most striking photo spots in Antalya. The view of the sea emerging between the historic columns enjoys particular interest on social media.
- Ancient city and sea in a single frame
- Turquoise bays
- Pine forests
- Sunrise photos
Konyaaltı Beach
With its long shoreline, the panorama of the Beydağları mountains and its palm-lined promenade, Konyaaltı is one of Antalya's most-shared urban views. Videos filmed at sunset in particular enjoy great interest.
- Sunset view
- Sea and mountains in a single frame
- Seaside promenade
- Cycle and scooter routes
Yanartaş (Chimera)
With its natural flames that have burned uninterrupted for centuries, Yanartaş is one of the most extraordinary places to visit in Antalya. Videos filmed at night and long-exposure photos in particular draw attention on social media.
- Naturally burning rocks
- Night view
- Perfect spot for original content
- A unique nature experience
Tünektepe Cable Car
The cable car ride up to Tünektepe and the view of Antalya from the summit is one of the most popular spots, especially for drone shots and wide-angle videos.
- View of the city
- Cable car ride
- Mediterranean panorama
- Sunset shots
The Ancient City of Side
Located on the Mediterranean coast, the ancient city of Side, with its historic columns, the Temple of Apollo and ancient structures stretching along the sea, is one of Antalya's most-shared destinations. The photos and videos of the silhouette of the Temple of Apollo at sunset in particular are viewed millions of times on TikTok and Instagram.
- View of the Temple of Apollo
- Ancient city and Mediterranean in a single frame
- Striking sunset photos
- Historic streets and the harbour area
Handy tips for creating social-media content
- 📱 Filming in vertical format (9:16) gives you footage best suited to TikTok and Instagram Reels.
- 🌅 Early morning and sunset are the times that best capture the natural colours of Antalya.
- 🎥 Dynamic shots in motion and wide-angle videos give more striking results on beaches and at historic sites.
- 👕 For seaside and nature shots, choose clothing in white, blue or pastel shades to make your photos more eye-catching.
Convenient access to Antalya's most popular photo spots
Phaselis, the ancient city of Side, Yanartaş, Tünektepe and many other popular locations around Antalya lie at varying distances from the city centre. Especially during a short holiday, planning your transport in advance lets you spend the day more efficiently.
With over 20 years of experience, Antalya Airport Taxi Transfer provides, in addition to comfortable transfers between Antalya Airport and hotels, safe access to Kemer, Belek, Side, Kaş and the tourist regions of Antalya. Thanks to modern Mercedes Vito and Mercedes Sprinter vehicles, professional drivers and a fixed-price policy for the entire journey, you can simply enjoy your holiday. Plan your route in advance, arrange your transport safely and start discovering Antalya's most striking views from the very first day.
