125+ restaurants to choose from – the perfect dining experience

Turkish Cuisine

Soak up the wonderfully romantic views of Kalkan’s harbour and bay from one of its famous rooftop restaurants – many are open to the stars too. With places to eat and drink on every corner, you can feast on a range of traditional Turkish and international cuisine.

Over the years industrious restaurateurs have found all sorts of spaces in which to start a restaurant, and in so doing created the unique charm and character of many of Kalkan’s eateries. Many are located on roof terraces, offering views across Kalkan’s rooftops to the sea, some tucked in corners that need to be sought out, and others on the marina and beach front to rival any in the Mediterranean.

Maximum Taste

Chefs are creative, and source ingredients locally on the whole. There is an abundance of organic fruit and vegetables, full of flavour, and these form the basis of much of Kalkan’s cuisine along with fresh fish, beef, lamb and chicken.

There are lots of choices for food and drink in Kallkhan and should cater for everyones needs.

From turkish cuisine, Italian, Steak, to Seafood.

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Kalkan beaches – the perfect beach experience

Turkish Beaches

There are three main beaches in Kalkan, all as beautiful as each other but all very different.

Kapatus Beach

This beach is lovely and sandy, it is an unspoilt beach positioned at the foot of a ravine. The colour of the sea is enchanting. It should be noted that there are no cafe or toilet facilities on this beach.

Slightly further a field, though well worth the dolmus ride (approximately 20 minutes), is Patara Beach. Its 12 miles of golden sand is home to protected turtles and it has been described as one of the most beautiful stretches of sand in all of Turkey. It is also a great place for a spot of horse-riding!

Relaxation at its best

Kalkan Beach

This is a small pebble beach which is next to the harbour and has been beautifully extended in recent years. Sunbeds and parasols are available for hire and beach shoes are a good idea as it can be quite tricky getting in and out of the sea without them. The water is beautifully clear and refreshing as cold freshwater springs mix with the warmer seawater, creating cold patches.

Patara Beach

The entrance to the beach is through the ruins of the ancient city. Sunbeds and parasols are available for hire on the beach and there is a well-run cafe for snacks and drinks.

Day trip’s and activities – explore the Island

The fun never stops

Kalkan has a rich and ancient history, world-renowned walks, excellent beach clubs, fine cuisine and plenty more to absorb you, from sun up to sun down.

Kalkan has lots to offer for holiday makers of all ages. Teenagers will love the watersports available around the beach clubs, from kayaking and paddle boarding to jet skiing.

Enjoy excursions, boat trips, safari’s, quad biking, water parks and much more. Please click on the images above to find out more.

Adventure at its best

Fancy a spot of history?

Saklikent Gorge is 300m deep, cut through by an icy river along the bottom of the 18km canyon. You can explore along the bottom of the gorge, but wear good shoes and be prepared to get wet!

Patara is one of the most rewarding ancient sites to visit. There’s a huge theatre, recently restored parliament building and impressive Roman baths, not forgetting the incredible 11-mile long Patara beach.

The landscape around Kalkan is covered in walking trails, including the famous Lycian Way. From gentle half-hour ambles to strenuous full-day excursions, you can discover a wealth of history and culture at whatever pace you choose.