One-Week Turkey Road Trip from Antalya to Denizli, Izmir, and Aydın

Your road trip adventure in Turkey begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Antalya. You’ll stay in Antalya for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Antalya has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Karaalioglu Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,094 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Antalya, Neşeli Balık. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,880 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Antalya is Manjoo Burger Restaurant & Coffee. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,945 customers.

Locals recommend Rokka Pizza Falafel as one of the best restaurants in the city of Antalya. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,081 customers.

Antalya also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Antalya is Varuna Gezgin Cafe - Antalya. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,524 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Antalya is The Barrels Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,543 customers.

Locals also enjoy Ayar Meyhanesi. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,510 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Turkey!

On day 2 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Antalya, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 3 nights left in Antalya.

Today you'll explore the city of Antalya. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Antalya Archeology Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,640 visitors.

Duden Park is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Antalya. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,686 visitors.

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When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Antalya.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Antalya, like Grand Friends Fish & Steak Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,403 customers.

Cafe Corner Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Antalya. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 815 customers.

Locals enjoy Şeker's Restaurant, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Antalya. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 515 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Antalya, The Grill House. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,677 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Grand Güllük Hotel. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,077 customers.

Odin Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Antalya. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,123 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Turkey!

At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Antalya, where you'll stay for 2 nights more.

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When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Antalya.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Crystal Aura. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,835 customers.

Kemer Pastanesi Fırın&Mutfak is one of the top restaurants in the city of Antalya. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,135 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Antalya is Vahap Usta Et Restaurant. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,230 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Antalya, Dubh Linn Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 936 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Antalya, we recommend the cocktails at Kaleiçi Meyhanesi Alanya. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 609 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Antalya is Frida Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 592 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Antalya!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Antalya. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Denizli. You’ll stay in Denizli for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Antalya’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Antalya, start your day with a visit to the amazing Aspendos Theater. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 15,284 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Duden Waterfalls. This must-see tourist destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 28,491 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kent Meydanı Konyaaltı to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Kent Meydanı Konyaaltı is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,914 visitors.

The lovely Kepez Municipality Urban Forest is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 7,336 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Antalya has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Denizli. Denizli offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Hacı Şerif Merkez. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 3,065 reviews.

The remarkable Garson Şükrü Aile Restaurant is another top restaurant in Denizli we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,710 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Hiera Coffee & Tea House Restaurant ( Reservation Only ) is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,832 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Denizli, the fantastic Arif Usta Pide, Çorba & Izgara Salonu. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,164 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Renes Balık Restoran. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 530 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Holly Stone. This bar is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,577 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 5 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Karabağlar and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Izmir. You will stay in Izmir for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Karabağlar is the amazing İzmir Historical Elevator Building. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,215 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Karabağlar by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Turkey. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Izmir, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try SWISSOTEL BUYUK EFES IZMIR, one of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 10,410 customers.

Locals also recommend Kokorecci Asim Usta as one of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir. Kokorecci Asim Usta is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,892 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Izmir is Sevinç Pastanesi - Alsancak. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,961 customers.

After dinner, visit La Puerta Alsancak, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Izmir. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,986 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like La Cigale Alsancak. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,445 customers.

Alternatively, Eko Pub is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Izmir. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,387 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Foça. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Aydın. You’ll stay in Aydın for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Foça’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Foça, start your day with a visit to the amazing Old Foca Coast. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,844 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Foça has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Aydın. Aydın offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Vardar Pastanesi. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 1,525 reviews.

The remarkable Tranche is another top restaurant in Aydın we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,061 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous ikbal's restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 696 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Aydın, the fantastic Yeni Eski Cafe Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 754 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Planet Yucca Live "entertainment & dining". This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,109 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is REHABİLİTASYON BAR. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 420 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Aydin and embark on a scenic drive to Antalya, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Aydin before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Aydin. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Denizli Metropolitan Municipality Çamlık Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,602 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Pamukkale Tematik Kent Ormanı Parkı. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 350 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Aydin is the stunning Denizli Gondola. This gondola lift and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,309 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated park in Aydin. The popular Bağbaşı plateau is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,989 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Lara Balık. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,402 customers.

Locals also recommend Robert’s Coffee Kent Meydanı, another of the best restaurants in Antalya. Robert’s Coffee Kent Meydanı is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,081 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Bella Vita Bistro. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,321 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Bella Alanya HeikinBaari to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Antalya, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 664 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Giant Stride Shop&Cafe&Bar. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Giant Stride Shop&Cafe&Bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 411 customers.

Konyaaltı Balıkçısı is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 612 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Turkey, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 8 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Antalya before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Beach Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Antalya. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,810 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Antalya and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Turkey.

You’ll then say farewell to Antalya. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Turkey!