Town in Antalya, Turkey
Kemer
Resort town with pebble beaches and pine mountains, 45 km from Antalya. Good for beach, hiking and diving trips in season; many places shut Nov–Mar, and the town is built for package holidays.
At a glance
- Safety4/5Safe with normal careDetails
- Monthly budget$1,120–1,630Comfortable, one person · ₺55,000–80,000Details
- Value for money68/100Better value than 67% of places we coverDetails
- Best time to goMay–Jun, Sep–OctWarmest: Aug, 35°CDetails
- Internet83 MbpsFixed broadband, Turkey medianDetails
- Tap waterFilter or boilTreated, but most locals and visitors drink bottled or filtered water; hotels provide bottled water.Details
- LGBTQ+3/5Tolerant, but be discreetDetails
- Solo travel3/5English: common in tourist areasDetails
- Doctor's visit$20–51Private clinic, without insuranceDetails
- Getting aroundDolmuş minibusWalkable centerDetails
- Cash or cardCards almost everywhereCards and contactless work almost everywhere, even small shops; keep lira for dolmuş, markets and tips.Details
Where to stay in Kemer
Areas visitors base themselves in.
| Area | Good for |
|---|---|
| Kemer center and marina | Restaurants, bars, shops and the beach promenade |
| Çamyuva and Tekirova | Quiet resorts and the Tahtalı cable car |
| Göynük and Beldibi | Calmer villages with canyon and beach access |
Apps that work in Kemer
No ride-hailing apps work here; see the taxi note below.
Food delivery
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Yemeksepeti | Works in central Kemer |
| Uber Eats Trendyol Go | Check coverage; patchy outside the center |
- Maps: Google Maps
- Messaging: WhatsApp
- obilet: compare and book intercity buses
- Taxis: Ride apps are patchy in Kemer. Use ranked taxis (metered) or book transfers; agree fixed prices for long trips.
Cash, cards and tipping
What to carry and how to pay. Money in Turkey.
- Cards almost everywhere Cards and contactless work almost everywhere, even small shops; keep lira for dolmuş, markets and tips.
- Currency: Lira (TRY). US$1 ≈ ₺49.13 on 03 Oct 2026.
- ATMs: Most bank ATMs charge foreign cards a fee shown on screen; compare banks and always decline the conversion offer.
- Tipping: About 10% in sit-down restaurants if service isn't included; round up taxis; tip hammam attendants and hotel porters a little.
- Paying by phone: Apple Pay and Google Pay with foreign cards work on most contactless terminals; local wallets need Turkish bank accounts.
Before you go
Visa and entry
- Many nationalities enter visa-free; others need an e-Visa. Use only evisa.gov.tr, as look-alike agent sites charge extra.
- Passport must be valid at least 60 days beyond your stay (150 days from arrival for a 90-day stay).
- Stays are capped at 90 days in any 180; overstays bring fines and possible entry bans.
Emergency numbers
Police 112 · Ambulance 112 · Fire 112 · All emergencies 112
Plugs
Type C, F · 230 V, 50 Hz. Do I need an adapter?
SIM and eSIM
Buy tourist packs at carrier stores with your passport; airport desks cost more. Foreign phones on Turkish SIMs are blocked after 120 days unless registered. eSIMs work for visitors.
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Sources
- Antalya Airport (DHMI)
- Turkish e-Visa
- Tahtalı Cable Car
- Kemer State Hospital (Antalya Public Hospitals)
- Memorial Antalya Hospital
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