Top 5 best bicycle rentals in Side

Side rewards anyone willing to leave the tour bus behind. Cycle the harbor promenade at golden hour and the columns of the Temple of Apollo catch the light in a way no coach window ever will. Push a little further along the flat riverside path and you reach Manavgat Waterfall, where the water is wide and low and the cafés lining the bank make an easy excuse to stop for tea.

The old town of Side sits on a narrow peninsula where cars are mostly kept out and the lanes are too tight and too crowded for anything bigger than two wheels. Outside the walls, the coast toward Manavgat and Belek flattens out into open, rideable ground with barely a hill in sight. A bicycle gets you through the pedestrian core and onto the coast road without the parking headaches or short-hop taxi fares that come with a car, which makes it the natural way to see this stretch of the Turkish Riviera.

Top 10 things to see in Side by bike

1. Temple of Apollo, Side — the iconic seafront ruin at the tip of the peninsula, best reached along the harbor promenade at sunset.
2. Side Ancient Theatre — one of the largest Roman theatres on the coast, just inside the old town gate.
3. Side Museum (Side Müzesi) — set in a restored Roman bathhouse near the harbor, an easy stop on a loop of the old town.
4. Manavgat Waterfall (Manavgat Şelalesi) — a flat ride along the river to a wide, low falls with riverside cafés.
5. Side Harbor and old town promenade — the natural start and end point for any ride, past the ancient city wall and main gate.
6. Kumköy Beach — a long sandy beach just west of Side, a short coastal ride away for a swim.
7. Titreyengöl — a quiet, pine-backed lagoon between Side and Manavgat, worth the scenic detour.
8. Side City Walls and Vespasian Monument — Roman-era wall and monument near the harbor entrance.
9. Side Marina — the newer marina area south of the old town, good for a coastal loop with cafés.
10. Land of Legends theme park, Belek — about 20km up the coast, a longer day-trip ride for anyone wanting more distance.

What do you need to rent a bike in Side?

None of this requires a licence — a bicycle is open to anyone. There's no age minimum to worry about either, though rental shops will often ask for a small deposit, usually held on a card, to cover the vehicle. No international driving permit is needed for a bicycle, unlike the scooters and mopeds also on offer around town.

How much does it cost to rent a bike in Side?

A basic city or beach bike runs from around 150 TRY per day in low season up to roughly 350–450 TRY per day in the height of summer. If you'd rather cover ground without the pedaling, e-bikes and higher-spec rentals go for 600–900 TRY per day.

• Prices climb through the summer as demand for **bike rental in Side** peaks.
• November to March is the quietest and cheapest stretch, though some shops shut for the season.

When to book a rental bike in Side?

July and August are the busiest and priciest months, driven by peak heat and the summer crowds. From November through March, low season sets in — prices drop and a few shops close their doors entirely. If you want the best of both, aim for the shoulder months around late spring or early autumn, when the coast is quieter and temperatures are far kinder to a day in the saddle.

Local traffic rules in Side

Turkey drives on the right, so keep to that side of the promenade and coast road. Helmets aren't a legal requirement for adult cyclists, but riding one is a sensible habit given the mixed, sometimes unpredictable traffic in resort areas during summer. Speed limits for motor vehicles run up to 50 km/h in town, so drivers sharing the road with you are moving briskly — ride defensively, especially around the old town gates. And if a day on two wheels turns into an evening out, remember Turkey's drink-drive limits apply to motorised traffic, not bicycles, but common sense on unlit coastal roads at night still applies.

Types of bikes available

On our website you can rent the following types of bicycles: classic bikes, tandems, road bikes, carbon, cyclocross, touring, trekking, hybrid, mountain bikes (MTB), cruisers, comfort, city, commuter, urban, Dutch bikes, lady, bike for kids, folding, tricycles with three wheels, bikes with basket, with gears, with suspension, with rear rack, fat-tire bikes, electric bicycles.

Models of bicycles available

On our website you can hire a bike of the following manufacturers: Avanti, Batavus, Bianchi, Trek, Cannondale, Cube, Diamant, Felt, Scott, Gazelle, Genesis, Giant, GT Bicycles, Ideal, K2, Diamondback, Schwinn, Jamis, Raleigh, Kona, Kross, Merida, Mongoose, Next, Orbea, Órbita, Murray, Roadmaster, Rocky, Miele, Rover, Shimano, Vélo, Specialized.

Which insurance is provided with my rental bicycle?

Bicycle rentals typically come with basic cover for third-party damage, but theft and damage terms vary from one provider to another. Some include simple loss or damage protection in the price, while others cover it through your deposit; always check the exact terms on the booking page before you confirm.

Extra services available

When you make a reservation of a bicycle you also can order the following extra services and equipment: helmet, GPS navigation, clip pedals, side cases, rear rack, basket, light, gloves, speedometer, individual guide or tour, full insurance, one-way rental, or delivery to the address of your choice.

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Most of our local bicycle rentals have many years of experience and will provide you with a well-kept bike, lock, basket and friendly service. The number of companies we work with is increasing every day, so if you want to rent a bicycle, just use the search form at the top of the page. Have a nice trip!