Pazar Hamamı
Antalya, Antalya Province, Turkey
- Location
- Antalya, Antalya Province, Turkey
- Water type
- thermal
- Temperature
- 40 °C
- pH
- 7.3
Water profile
Thermicity
Sedative
LowHigh
Relaxing — deep, immediate muscle release.
Mineralisation
Balancing
LowHigh
Rich in trace elements — gentle on the skin.
Buoyancy
Standard buoyancy
LowHigh
Soft water — natural, classic buoyancy.
BicarbonatesCalcium
In the heart of Antalya's old town, close to the Kale Kapısı gate, the Pazar Hamamı has stood since the early 19th century, according to a foundation deed dated 1811. Built as a twin bathhouse — one wing for men to the west, one for women to the east — it once anchored a district bustling with trade just outside the city walls.
Its rubble-stone walls, accented with cut stone blocks around the doors and windows, make it the largest and best-preserved Ottoman bathhouse in Antalya. Long repurposed for craft shops, the building's architecture still tells the story of the city's public bathing tradition.
Insider tip — Pazar Hamami is a traditional Ottoman bathhouse located in Antalya, the gateway city to the Turkish Riviera. Hammams in Antalya have served merchants, sailors, and pilgrims for centuries, offering the classic two-chamber layout of warm and hot rooms with marble gobelek platforms. The old city quarter surroundings, with Roman-era gates and Seljuk minarets nearby, add a rich historical layer to the bathing experience.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is the water?
The water runs quite hot here, around 40 °C — a sedative water that brings immediate muscle release.
What type of water is found here?
This spot features thermal water.
What is the best season to visit?
The most favourable period for this spot is: Octobre-avril.