We made our own way to Side. One bus from Kiziligac to Manavgat (€1 each) and another from Manavgat to Side (€1 each). When you get to Side bus station you can walk to the ruins - they’re literally right next to them and a short walk to the theatre but if you don’t like the heat, just watch the shuttle buses with cost 40cents each and film/ photograph the ruins as you go by!! The theatre and museum are the only things you have to pay extra for ( if you want to go in). The theatre cost me 180TL (they don’t accept euro but you can pay on card). There are information boards in English to give you some insight into the history of it all. Very impressive and a good photo opportunity. On foot, walk through the shopping area to the harbour and follow the sea along to the left to come to the Apollen Temple. Again, all free to look around and take photos. Very impressive, especially when you see the size of the fallen pieces. Just how did they build these structures back then?!! My children 16&11 were happy to take a couple of pics in Side, very happy to look in the shops but were also happy to get back to the hotel to cool off in the pool. I’m glad we went, to see a bit of history and that we made our own way there very easily. I would not have paid coach trip prices.

This is one of the nearest ancient city parts to the parking and public transport area but, along with the Apollo temple and the amphitheatre, one of the most stunning. Great to think how it may have worked when fully functioning but some noticeboards also give guidance. A must-see for any visitor to Side.

We took a Dolmus (for 1,50 euros) near our hotel and visited the old town and Marina in Side. Monumental Fountain is located in the ancient city, where you can walk freely. It dates back to 2nd century BC, so if you are interested in the past it’s worth to see it. Nice walk and magnificent views! In autumn it wasn’t overcrowded, so we enjoyed it.

Exceptional building. good preserved. If you are there toi musy see temple.of.apollo too. Whole area is amazing and full of ruins and history.

The fountains are on the main road into Side old town, you cannot get to close as they are all fenced off due to them being unstable. However tourists can get a good view of the baths from the street and its a great photo opportunity that costs nothing.

As with all historical sites, make sure you at least Google some quick historical facts and then visit with an open mind and a vivid imagination. Otherwise you'll just see a pile of rocks and a partially restored walls .

Side is essentially a pedestrian town and our taxi dropped us off at the bus terminal/car park so you walk down past this impressive piece of architecture.

A must visit at night where it is lit up with amazing effect ...well worth a visit ..I would advise good footwear as it is a ruin and ground was very uneven yet worth a visit by

A nice walk around an ancient monumen, in the city, no fees. There is a road running nearby, so the cars may not make it easy to take nice pictures with it

It is very interesting to see the different layers from the different historical times. sadly it's still under exporation so you can not go close.