9-Day Turkey Road Trip from Antalya traveling west to Denizli, Izmir, and Aydin

Muratpaşa has many popular destinations you can explore.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

Antalya also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Turkey!

You still have 3 nights left in 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 11,009 visitors.

Yavuz Ozcan Park is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,486 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Tophane Parkı. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 982 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Yivli Minare. This minaret and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 2,450 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Duden Park. This park is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,312 visitors.

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

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.

One of the best travel destinations is Side Ancient City. This amazing attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 35,168 visitors.

Apollon Temple is another popular attraction you could visit. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Apollon Temple has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,997 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Turkey more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Turkey’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

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

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

Day 4 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 Antalya and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Denizli. You will stay in Denizli for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Antalya is the amazing Aspendos Theater. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 14,468 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Duden Waterfalls. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 27,009 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Antalya is the outstanding Kepez Municipality Urban Forest. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,249 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Antalya 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 Denizli, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kebapci Kadir, one of the best restaurants in the city of Denizli. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,190 customers.

Locals also recommend Kökenoğlu Pide as one of the best restaurants in the city of Denizli. Kökenoğlu Pide is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 332 customers.

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

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Izmir. You’ll stay in Izmir for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Konak’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Konak, start your day with a visit to the amazing Konak Square. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,630 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Clock Tower of İzmir. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,849 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kemeraltı to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Kemeraltı is a bazaar that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 27,185 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Konak has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Izmir. Izmir 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 SWISSOTEL BUYUK EFES IZMIR. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 10,410 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Izmir, the fantastic Kofteci Salih. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Dinosaur Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 537 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 6 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 Izmir and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Aydın. You will stay in Aydın for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Izmir is the amazing Old Foca Coast. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,330 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible archaeological museum, Ephesus Archaeological Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,208 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Izmir is the outstanding Library of Celsus. This popular library and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 8,149 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Izmir 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 Aydın, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Vardar Pastanesi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Aydın. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,525 customers.

Locals also recommend Güldeste Lokantası Aydın Merkez as one of the best restaurants in the city of Aydın. Güldeste Lokantası Aydın Merkez is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 306 customers.

After dinner, visit Yeni Eski Cafe Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Aydın. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 754 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Shamrock INN. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 454 customers.

Alternatively, Canlı Müzik | 5arlo Bistro Cafe & Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Aydın. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 404 customers.

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

On day 7 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Aydın, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Aydın.

Today you'll explore the city of Muğla. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Aytepe Picnic Area. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 2,510 visitors.

Suleiman Bey Mosque is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Muğla. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,040 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Muğla is Ramazan Pasha Mosque. This amazing attraction is a mosque and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 547 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Turkey to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

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

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Aydın, like Canlı Müzik | 5arlo Bistro Cafe & Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 404 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Aydın, Voobe Coffee. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 292 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Gecekondu Rock Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 171 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 8 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 and Pamukkale 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 Aytepe Picnic Area. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 2,510 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Suleiman Bey Mosque. This attraction, a beloved mosque, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,040 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Aydin is the stunning Ramazan Pasha Mosque. This mosque and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 547 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Denizli Metropolitan Municipality Çamlık Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,503 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Bağbaşı plateau. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,812 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Denizli Gondola. This gondola lift and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,981 visitors.

The lovely Şahin Tepesi is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 286 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Pamukkale, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Antalya. When you arrive in Antalya you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Kebap 32 Salih. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 829 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 9 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Muratpaşa 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 Muratpaşa. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,619 visitors.

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

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