Kumkoy Village
Kumkoy Village in Side, Turkey - a seaside holiday
Kumkoy is a resort village on the Mediterranean coast west of Side town center. It is part of the coastal tourist zone next to the town and has long been oriented toward seaside holidays. It is one of those places where beach infrastructure is combined with shops, cafes, and convenient connections to neighboring areas.
The main feature of Kumkoy is its wide sandy shore and gentle entry into the water. Because of this, the village is often chosen for a relaxing beach holiday, including by families with children. Along the coast, there are beach areas belonging to hotels and public sections, and in season sun loungers, umbrellas, and water activities are usually available.
The village itself has many restaurants, pastry shops, stores, pharmacies, and small shopping rows, so it is convenient for spending not only the day at the beach but also the evening. Kumkoy is also suitable for those who want to combine a seaside holiday with walks, shopping, and trips to the center of Side, where ancient monuments, the harbor, and the promenade are located.
The distance to the center of Side is about 3 kilometers, so it can be reached quickly by taxi, dolmus, or on foot along the coastal line and the streets of the area. Antalya Airport is about 60 kilometers away, which makes Kumkoy a convenient resort destination for a trip of several days or a longer vacation.
Kumkoy Village on the map
Kumkoy Village and beaches near Side
Here it is easy to combine a beach holiday, walks, and trips to the center of Side.
Sandy coast and resort life close to the center of Side
The coastline in Kumkoy is suitable for swimming and a regular beach holiday without a difficult descent to the water. Sand predominates here both on the beach and in the shallows, and the sea near the shore is usually calmer than in areas with a more open coastline. In the high season, rental points operate on the beaches, and there are areas for water activities and seaside walks.
The village has a noticeably active tourist atmosphere: along the streets there are souvenir shops, clothing stores, mini-markets, cafes, and restaurants with Turkish and international cuisine. In the evening, the area remains lively, especially near the shopping streets and hotel zone. At the same time, the style of holiday here is more resort-oriented and everyday than urban.
Those who want to add variety to their beach days can easily go to the center of Side, where you can see the ancient theater, the ruins of the Temple of Apollo, and the archaeological museum. Other beach areas of the coast are also located nearby, so Kumkoy is often used as a base for walks along the sea and short trips around the surroundings.
From the center of Side to Kumkoy, people usually get there by dolmus, taxi, or on foot, if the route runs along the coast and time allows. From Antalya Airport, visitors most often arrive here by transfer, rental car, or intercity transport with a change in the Side area.
Best tours and travel experiences across the continent
Photos of Kumkoy
Guided tours, popular attractions, and top-rated hotels across the continent
