Essentials
- City
- Olympos (Yazır), Kumluca, Antalya, Turkey
- Population
- Approximately 1,000 (seasonal fluctuations up to 5,000)
- Internet Speed
- Average 25-50 Mbps; Starlink is increasingly common in treehouse camps
- Currency & Banking
- Turkish Lira (TRY); 1 USD ≈ 32.50 TRY, 1 EUR ≈ 35.10 TRY (March 2026 est.)
- Tap Water
- Not recommended for drinking; use bottled water (approx. 15 TRY per 1.5L)
- Power
- 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets
- SIM Card
- Turkcell (best coverage), Türk Telekom, Vodafone; Tourist SIM approx. 900-1200 TRY
- Banking for Expats
- Ziraat Bankası (Kumluca branch), Revolut/Wise widely used for FX
- Accommodation
- Unique treehouses and wooden bungalows (Kadir's Tree Houses, Bayrams)
- Cashless Friendly
- Moderate; cards accepted at main camps, but cash is essential for ruins and small shops
- Short Term Rentals
- Airbnb bungalows (approx. 1,500 TRY/night) or pension week-deals
- Budget Accommodation
- Bayrams Tree Houses (Dorm beds approx. 450 TRY/night including breakfast/dinner)
- Best Area to Stay for Tourists
- Valley floor near Olympos Beach for proximity to ruins
- Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
- Upper Yazır Village for better Wi-Fi and quieter working environments
Working and Networking
- Best Coworking Space
- Olympos Nomad Hub (Seasonal popup at Koala Bungalows), approx. 300 TRY/day
- Best Cafe for Work
- The High-Heeled Hippie (Good coffee and stable Wi-Fi near the valley entrance)
- Networking Events
- Weekly 'Nomad Campfire' at Turkmen Tree Houses
- Social Events for Expats
- Yoga retreats and communal dinners at Inci Pansiyon
Transportation
- Best Taxi/Ride App
- BiTaksi (Limited); local 'Olympos Durak' taxi stand is the primary option
- Bike/Scooter Rental
- Local shops near Orange Pension (Scooters approx. 800 TRY/day)
- Best Beach Nearby
- Olympos Beach (Pebble beach accessible through the ancient city ruins)
- Top Regional Airline
- Pegasus Airlines (Flying into Antalya Airport - AYT)
- Top International Airline
- Turkish Airlines
- Highway Access
- D400 coastal highway connects Olympos to Antalya (1.5 hours)
- Main Train/Transit Hub
- Antalya Otogar (Main bus station) for long-distance travel
- Public Transport Passes
- AntalyaKart (used for the 'Dolmuş' shuttle from the highway to the valley)
- Regional Travel
- Local Minibus (Dolmuş) to Kumluca or Çıralı (approx. 50-80 TRY)
Health and Wellness
- Best Hospital
- Kumluca State Hospital (Kumluca Devlet Hastanesi) - 25 mins away
- Yoga & Wellness Centers
- Olympos Yoga House; drop-in classes for 350 TRY
- Gyms & Fitness Centers
- Outdoor functional fitness at Kadir's; proper gyms in Kumluca town center
- Laundry Services
- Most pensions offer laundry for 150-200 TRY per load
Food and Drink
- Best Food Delivery App
- Yemeksepeti (Very limited delivery due to valley topography)
- Best Local Dish to Try
- Gözleme (Savory thin pancakes) at local village stalls
- Vegan/Vegetarian Options
- Olympos Yavuz Restaurant (Great mezze selection)
- Best Dessert Spots
- Pansiyon Turkish Tea Gardens (Baklava and Turkish Coffee)
- Affordable Shopping Spots
- Kumluca Friday Market (Local produce and textiles)
- E-commerce/Online Store
- Trendyol and Hepsiburada (Deliveries arrive at the 'Olympos Market' pickup point)
- Grocery Delivery
- Getir (Limited coverage; usually only available in Kumluca)
- Bar/Nightlife Area
- Bull Bar at Kadir’s Tree Houses (The legendary nightlife center of the valley)
- Local Brewery
- Efes and Bomonti (found at Hangar Bar)
- Wine Bars
- Likya Wine Shop nearby in Elmalı (Regional Likya wines)
- Street Food Stalls
- Stalls near the entrance to the Ruins selling fresh Pomegranate juice
- Popular International Cuisine
- Pizza Station Olympos (Wood-fired pizzas)
Culture and Attractions
- Must-See Landmarks
- Ancient City of Olympos ruins and the Lycian Sarcophagi
- Museums & Art Venues
- Antalya Museum (Accessible via a 1.5-hour bus ride)
- Historical Sites
- The eternal flames of Chimaera (Yanartaş) - a 20-minute drive/hike
- Religious Sites
- Yazır Köyü Camii (Village Mosque)
- Annual Events
- Olympos Sky and Science Festival (Usually in August)
- Cultural Districts
- The Lycian Way (historic footpath passing through)
- Theater Venues
- The Roman Theater within the Olympos Ruins
- Local Markets
- Kumluca Pazarı (Friday Market)
- Music Scene
- Live acoustic sessions at Orange Bar
- Street Art
- Graffiti and recycled art at Kadir's Tree Houses
- Cooking Classes
- Traditional Turkish cooking workshops at Mavi Pansiyon
- Art Galleries
- Local craft shops in the Çıralı village area
- Historic Buildings
- Genoese Castle overlooking the bay
- Local Heritage
- Lycian League history and traditional wooden architecture
Nature and Outdoor Activities
- Nearby Nature Escapes
- Adrasan Bay (30-minute boat trip)
- National Parks Nearby
- Beydağları National Park
- Cycling/Walking Paths
- Lycian Way trails toward Adrasan or Çıralı
- Scenic Viewpoints
- Musa Dağı (Moses Mountain) summit trek
- Birdwatching Locations
- Akçay River delta
- Bonfire-Friendly Spots
- Designated campfire pits at Kadir's and Bayram's camps
Other Services and Amenities
- Parcel Delivery Service
- PTT (Turkish Post) - Adrasan or Kumluca branch
- Tech Repair Services
- Phone repair shops in Kumluca town center
- Table Tennis Spots
- Ping Pong tables at Deep Green Bungalows
- Language Classes
- Informal Turkish exchange meetups at Olympos Orange
- Libraries & Study Spots
- The reading lounge at Inci Pansiyon
- Community Centers
- Yazır Village Headman's Office (Muhtarlık)
- Gaming Lounges
- Playstation setups at local internet cafes in Kumluca
- Casino & Gaming Halls
- Illegal in Turkey; no local options
Business
- Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 45,000 TRY per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 1,800,000 TRY in Kumluca)
- Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 35,000 TRY per m² (e.g., 40 m² = 1,400,000 TRY)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 40,000 TRY per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 2,400,000 TRY)
- 1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 30,000 TRY per m² (e.g., 60 m² = 1,800,000 TRY)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
- Approx. 38,000 TRY per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 3,040,000 TRY)
- 2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
- Approx. 28,000 TRY per m² (e.g., 80 m² = 2,240,000 TRY)
- Corporate Tax
- 25% (Standard rate in Turkey)
- Dividend Withholding Tax
- 10%
- Tax System
- Residency-based; worldwide income for residents (>183 days)
- Highest Income Tax Bracket
- 40%
- VAT
- 20% (Standard rate)
- Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
- Yes, applicable if ownership >50% and local tax <10%
- Property Tax
- 0.1% to 0.2% annually
- Property Transaction Tax
- 4% (shared between buyer and seller)
- Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
- New 'Digital Nomad Visa' offers potential pathways for 1-year residency