A review of Side and Manavgat Markets
Shopping is one of the best things about Side since the resort town has such a diverse range of shops and markets. You can buy everything, including high-end watches and gadgets, as well as locally grown fruit and vegetables. There are two official public markets set up on specific days in Side. The opening time of these bazaars is about 8 a.m., and they close at about 5 p.m. Shopping from these bazaars can be a wise choice, as the shops and stalls in these markets don’t have high expenses like rent, etc., and they can offer better deals than the other stores along Side. So, without further ado, we should look at these public markets.
Side Market
Side Market has a wide range of items for sale. The public market day is on Saturday when a huge outdoor market is put together in Side Town Centre near Red Line Pub and Gazi Pasha Star Hotel. The shopkeepers even set up stalls in the bazaar rather than sell in their shops, since most people prefer the public market. There are groceries and fake bags, purses and designer clothes that you can buy. You can even visit the market for the shopping thrills it offers. The quality of fake products is generally as good as that of the originals, so it is better to visit this bazaar on the specified day to do your shopping.
Manavgat Market
Manavgat market is much larger than the Side market. It is set up in Manavgat Town Centre. There is a greater variety of goods there too, which makes it much more ideal than the bazaar in Side. The market days in Manavgat are Monday and Thursday. They also have textiles, leather accessories, and groceries. You can also find imitation products, souvenirs and handicrafts. The market in Manavgat is preferred by many over the one in Side. However, they sell similar products. The most important difference between these two markets is that the Manavgat market is almost three times the size of the Side market. Additionally, visiting this marketplace is on the itinerary of many excursions organised in Side.
How to go to markets?
There are many ways to reach these markets from the accommodations in Side. One of them is taking a taxi. This is the fastest but the most expensive way. There is also public transport called dolmush that goes to the markets, and it covers all the locations in Side and around. It will be cheaper to go to markets this way. However, the departure times of dolmush are fixed, so you shouldn’t miss it; otherwise, you’d have to wait for some time for the next one. Additionally, going back to your hotel after shopping can be a problem with dolmush, as you may have trouble finding the dolmush stops and the right one for your hotel. There is another good alternative to reach the markets in Side. With Side Manavgat Boat Trip, you will be taken from your hotel and transported to the Manavgat Market. Moreover, you will take a boat trip on the blue bays of the Mediterranean Sea, see the charms of Side and have a tasty lunch on the boat. After the excursion, you will be safely transported to your hotel.
In conclusion, the markets in Side offer amazing shopping opportunities to all holidaymakers on the Turkish Riviera. Visiting these marketplaces at least once during your holiday in Side will be a nice thing to do, whether you are a shopaholic or not.
