Do you need to rent a car in Antalya, or can you get around by public transport?

The Antalyakart public transport card is convenient for paying fares, sold at kiosks and vending machines around the city.

Taxis in Antalya are now easy to order via app, just as convenient as in Istanbul.

Staying in the Lara district means you barely need a car — the beach and main spots are reachable on foot or by a short taxi/bus ride.

Decide in advance whether you prefer a secluded stay away from the center or easy mobility — this determines whether you'll actually need a car.

One-way car rental (picking up in one city and dropping off in another, e.g., driving to Oludeniz) costs much more than a standard rental and is nearly impossible to complete in a single day.

For trips to Oludeniz, Marmaris, or Bodrum, intercity buses are the better choice — they're large, comfortable, and getting there by bus is no problem.