Düden Waterfalls
Area Scenic Antalya waterfalls cascading into Mediterranean coastal park.
Near Antalya the Düden Waterfalls include inland cascades and a lower fall that drops over coastal cliffs into the Mediterranean; day-trippers visit parks, picnic areas and boat viewpoints under the cliffs.
The Düden Waterfalls are a river system in Antalya Province, Turkey, comprising inland falls in a park and a lower cascade that plunges over seaside cliffs into the Mediterranean. Both sections are named Düden and are commonly visited as separate viewpoints.
The upper falls sit within a landscaped park area with paths, vantage points and small caves behind the falling water, while the lower falls discharge from cliffs at the coast and are often viewed from a seaside promenade or by boat. The coastal lower falls form a dramatic meeting of river and sea.
The waterfalls lie on the eastern outskirts of the city of Antalya in Antalya Province and are part of the Düden River system that drains toward the Mediterranean.
- Two linked waterfalls: Two distinct falls share the same river system - one inland park waterfall and one that falls directly into the sea from coastal cliffs.
What to See #
- Upper Düden Falls: Upper Düden Falls are set inland in a landscaped park with caves and picnic areas and are best viewed from the park paths.
- Lower Düden Falls: Lower Düden Falls tumble over coastal cliffs into the Mediterranean and can be viewed from seaside promenades and by small boat excursions beneath the cliffs.
How to Get to Düden Waterfalls #
From central Antalya (approx. 12 km), take local buses or taxis toward Lara and the Düden River; signposted routes lead to both the Upper and Lower falls. Boat tours operate from Antalya’s marina for coastal viewpoints.
Tips for Visiting Düden Waterfalls #
- Visit the Lower Düden Falls (Karpuzkaldıran) from Antalya's coastal Lara district for dramatic cliffside views where the river drops into the sea.
- Combine with a walk along the Lara Beach promenade and local seafood restaurants for a full day out.
- Boat tours that navigate the coastal cliffs at the waterfall's mouth make for different photographic angles.
Best Time to Visit Düden Waterfalls #
Spring through autumn for comfortable sightseeing and combined coastal activities.
Weather & Climate near Düden Waterfalls #
Düden Waterfalls's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 3°C to 36°C. Moderate rainfall (733 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (133 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. Significant rainfall (108 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (71 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (45 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 28°C and lows of 13°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm).
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June
June is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 18°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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July
July is the hottest month, feeling like 29°C. The driest month with just 9 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 28°C. Light rainfall and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is warm with highs of 32°C and lows of 16°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (56 mm).
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November
November is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (95 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (141 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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