Demre

A small town located on the Mediterranean coast on the territory of the Teke Peninsula. Demre is one of the important agricultural cities of Turkey. Greenhouses and gardens are often found in the landscapes of the region. Evidence of a rich history , beautiful nature, wonderful beaches encourage many to find and choose a tour online to Demre to spend their vacation here.

✔️ A bit of chronology and facts

In the times before our era, there was a city of Myra here - the capital of ancient Lycia. When these lands passed to the Roman Empire, with the advent of Christianity, Myra became an important city for believers. It had its own bishop - St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, who preached until his death. The saint was buried in Myra, which made the city an important place of pilgrimage for believers. 

There are other historical sights in the vicinity of Demre. Some time ago, people came here only because of the rich excursion program. But today the resort is actively developing the direction of beach recreation , which is facilitated by about 80 km of coastal zone. Prices for holidays in Demre are different, you can choose accommodation and entertainment that suits you personally.

✔️ Entertainment Features

The ruins of ancient cities, the beautiful coastline, the azure sea are the main reasons why tourists come here. Fresh fruits and vegetables grown in the region make the dishes especially tasty. The best hotels in Demre have earned high reviews from their guests, so if you wish, you can have a good rest on the territory of the hotel.

✔️ Possible transfer options

The nearest large city with an airport is approximately 150 km from Demre. This is Antalya. Buses and minibuses run from there. You can also order a taxi or an individual transfer. The possibility of the latter option should be clarified with the hotel administration.

✔️ Weather conditions

The tourist season in Demre begins in April. At this time, the air temperature is ideal for exploring ancient locations. Swimming is comfortable from the end of May or the beginning of June. You can come to Demre for a holiday until October. This period is the most comfortable.

✔️ What to bring back from your trip

There are no large shopping centers or shopping spots in the city. Interesting souvenirs include onyx items. There are decorations, dishes, vases and various figurines. Christians can buy icons in the shop located in the Church of St. Nicholas.

✔️ Search and selection of tours online in Demre, reasons to buy a tour or a ticket 

▶️ Beach holidays

Demre boasts some of the best beaches on the Antalya coast. They are mostly covered with sand or small pebbles, the entrance is convenient and safe. Near the hotels there are more crowded beaches, for privacy you should go to the southwestern outskirts. However, in terms of the level of development of the coastal infrastructure, Demre is inferior to large resorts.

There are three beaches within the city. In the west, the 700-meter Adriake will delight you with comfort and the opportunity to arrange sea fishing or a yacht trip. On the southern coast is Sülüklu, 800 meters long. This is the main city beach, there are cafes, shops and souvenir shops. The eastern part of the harbor will delight you with an 8-kilometer almost wild coastline.

In the village of Finike, there is a 10-kilometer beach area with equipped areas near hotels and picturesque secluded bays. The village of Adrasan has a beach with the most developed infrastructure in the region. There are sandy and pebble areas on 2 kilometers of the coast. Cafes and shops, popular water activities are available to visitors.

▶️ Ancient landmarks

It is worth buying a tour to Demre because of its amazing historical places. The main ancient place to visit is the excavations of the city of Myra. Today you can see the acropolis and a huge amphitheater, where performances are still held. Of particular interest are the Lycian tombs carved into the rocks. This placement is due to tradition. The Lycians believed that a person should be buried as high as possible so that he would quickly reach heaven.

The Church of St. Nicholas is an important place of pilgrimage for Christians. During its existence, the building was often destroyed and revived again. Time drove the church 4 meters into the ground, and only after several centuries it was dug up by archaeologists. Now tourists can visit the sacred building, see the sarcophagus with the relics of St. Nicholas, ancient frescoes and paintings that have survived.

On the uninhabited island of Kekova, you will find another place from the past. It contains the ground part of the ruins of a sunken ancient city. The ruins are visible even under water, it is so transparent here. Diving is strictly prohibited in this part. However, it can be done from the other side of the island, where there are no ruins.

▶️ Additional entertainment

Even a short weekend tour to Demre can be a fun way to spend your time. You can explore the surrounding nature by going on a walk or horseback riding. Jeep trips are organized to the mountains.

You can have fun on water attractions in two small water parks. One is located in the village of Finike, the second is in its vicinity.

Holidays in Demre are distinguished by their tranquility. Beautiful nature, clean sea, many ancient places and artifacts attract people tired of noisy resorts.