Turkish Bath in Antalya: Traditional Hamam in Konyaaltı

A traditional Turkish bath in Konyaaltı, Antalya: warm up on the heated marble stone, enjoy a full-body scrub with the kese mitt, relax under a cloud of soap foam and finish with a massage. A calm, cleansing ritual that feels especially good after days of sun, sea and sand.

Turkish Bath at a Glance

The Hamam Ritual Step by Step

1. Warming up: after changing, you relax in the warm, humid hall. The heat opens the pores and loosens the muscles.
2. The navel stone: you lie on the göbek taşı, the large heated marble platform in the centre of the hamam.
3. Kese scrub: the attendant rubs your skin with a rough mitt called a kese. It removes dead skin cells and leaves the skin surprisingly soft.
4. Foam wash: a cotton bag is filled with soapy water and blown into a mountain of light foam, which is spread over your body for a gentle wash.
5. Massage: the treatment ends with a relaxing massage.
6. Rest: take your time to cool down slowly before you get dressed.

A Tradition of Many Centuries

Public baths were part of daily life in Anatolia long before the Ottomans: the Romans built large baths in Perge, Side and Hierapolis, and the Seljuks and Ottomans developed the domed hamam that we know today. For centuries the hamam was not only a place to wash, but also to meet friends, celebrate weddings and rest. Visiting one is still one of the most authentic ways to experience Turkish culture.

Good to Know

• Wear swimwear under the traditional cotton wrap (peştemal).
• Avoid the hamam with fresh sunburn, as the kese scrub can irritate the skin.
• Not recommended during pregnancy or with heart or blood pressure problems; ask your doctor if unsure.
• Do not eat a heavy meal just before, and drink water afterwards.

Transfer

The Turkish bath is in Konyaaltı. Transfer is not included in the price, but we can arrange one for you on request. Let us know your hotel when you book.

Prices and Booking

Prices change during the season. For the current price and a free time slot, message us on WhatsApp or call +90 538 708 8050. Tour Trips is a TÜRSAB-licensed agency (No. 14082), in tourism since 1996, rated 4.8 on Google.

FAQ

Is a Turkish bath the same as a sauna?

No. A sauna uses dry heat, while a hamam is warm and humid, and the treatment includes washing, scrubbing and massage.

Can couples go together?

Ask us when booking; we will tell you the options for couples and families.

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Update Date: 18.10.2026 22:34