Holidays To Turkey 2024/2025

Things to do in Turkey

Depending on where you stay, will depend on what you do. For a city break, you'll definitely need to head to Istanbul if you've never been. While one night is far too short, a few days in the city is perfect for taking in the top sights and attractions, and enjoying the local restaurants and cafe culture. If it's the beaches and sunshine you're after, areas like Dalaman, Bodrum and Antalya are where you should head.

Many of the top beach resorts have a huge range of things to do, from cultural excursions to discover more about the region, to watersports and boat trips. And in certain areas there are some stunning walking trails too, perfect for a cooler day away from the pool to enjoy some incredible views. From Antalya, why not discover Pamukkale's calcium pools, or head into the deep blue sea and try out scuba diving?

Waterparks are another great option. While many of the hotels in the popular Turkish resorts feature splash parks and waterslides, many don't, which makes waterpark holidays in Turkey really popular. Whether you're heading to Bodrum or Belek, taking a break from chilling out on the poolside and heading out for an exciting and fun-filled family day out on the waterslides is sure to create some wonderful family holiday memories.

Where to stay in Turkey

There are both a range of accommodation options and resort options depending on your preference. And there are lots of different resorts within the four main areas (Bodrum, Dalaman, Izmir and Antalya). If you like to be close to lots of bars, restaurants and nightlife, then areas like Marmaris or Bodrum offer cheap hotels and self catering accomodation with easy access to the clubs and entertainment. There are also lots of smaller towns dotted along the coastline if you prefer something a little quieter. Hotels with swim up rooms is also a popular option in Turkey.

Some of the bigger family-friendly, all inclusive resorts in Turkey to take a look at are the Jiva Beach Resort, Dolphin BE Grand Resort, Kaya Belek Hotel and the Fantasia Hotel Deluxe Kusadasi. If it's a villa holiday you're after, take a look in and around Bodrum for some great stays with brands like Jet2villas or James Villa Holidays. Booking your villa and flights together as part of the ATOL scheme is also a recommended option.

One of the best ways to save money on a family holiday is with free child places to Turkey. Well over 100 hotels and resorts across the main holiday regions work with tour operators to provide free places for kids, even in the school holidays, which can save you a lot of money.

When to go

Turkey enjoys some great weather between April and October, ideal for a beach holiday in the sunshine, and you'll find most hotels in the tourist areas are open between these months. July and August temperatures can reach into the mid 30s, while the winter months of December and January can get to the low to mid teens. You'll still be able to find a few hotels open in winter, however, there won't be many and you might find that some of the hotel facilities such as kids clubs or entertainment is limited or closed.

Some of the cheapest prices and best times to travel can be during the shoulder seasons in April and May, and September and October. Holiday prices do increase during the school holidays though, however, you might find some great last minute deals if you're flexible.