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Things to see in Antakya (Turkey): 11 places and when to go
Antakya is a city in Turkey with around 155,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 11 places in and around it, mainly History (7), Temples (4), Nature (3). The best known are Antioch, Alalakh and Church of Saint Peter. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 33. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Turkey · 36.2333, 36.1167
- Population
- About 155,000
- Places
- 11 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (7) · Temples (4) · Nature (3) · Mountains (2) · Museums and art (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- AYT Antalya, 481 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Kartal Hill, at 599 m.
What to see in Antakya
The places in and around Antakya, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- AntiochAncient Greek city in southern Turkey5.5 km
- AlalakhArchaeological site in Reyhanlı, Hatay, Turkey24 km
- Church of Saint PeterChurch near Antakya (Antioch), Turkey6.1 km
- Tell TayinatArchaeological site in Hatay, Turkey23 km
- Hatay Archaeology MuseumArchaeology museum in Antakya, Turkey6.2 km
- Habib-i Nejjar MosqueHistorical mosque in Antakya, Hatay Province, Turkey5.6 km
- Circus of AntiochRoman hippodrome in Antakya, Hatay, Turkey4.9 km
- SilpiumAncient mountain above Syrian Antioch (Antakya, Turkey)6.7 km
- mosque in Antakya, HatayMosque5.4 km
- Kartal HillMountain in Hatay, south-central Turkey9.7 km
- Sarımiye MosqueTemples5.6 km
When to go to Antakya
The best time to visit Antakya is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:47
- FebPossible10:40
- MarPossible11:43
- AprBest time12:56
- MayBest time13:55
- JunBest time14:27
- JulPossible14:14
- AugPossible13:23
- SepBest time12:13
- OctBest time11:03
- NovPossible10:02
- DecPossible9:33
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 33. In April, 11 of the 11 places are at their best.
When to go to Turkey in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Antakya
The nearest main airport is Antalya International Airport (AYT, Antalya), 481 km as the crow flies. How to get around Turkey (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
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- İskenderun15 places39 km
- Kilis8 places105 km
- Adana17 places111 km
- Tarsus, Mersin10 places134 km
- Gaziantep12 places147 km
And all of Turkey, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Antakya?
The best known: Antioch, Alalakh, Church of Saint Peter, Tell Tayinat, Hatay Archaeology Museum. In all, 11 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Antakya?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 27 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 33.
How do you get to Antakya?
The nearest main airport is Antalya International Airport (AYT), 481 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Antakya as the destination and these 11 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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