Antalya foreign tourist arrivals surpass 10 million this year

THE NEWS: Antalya, Turkey, has welcomed more than 10 million foreign tourists between Jan 1 and Aug 21, 2026, according to local tourism data.

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How many foreign tourists has Antalya received in 2026 so far?
Antalya has welcomed over 10 million foreign tourists from January 1 to August 21, 2026, according to the city’s tourism statistics, marking a significant volume for the Turkish resort region within the first eight months of the year.

Which source markets contributed the most visitors to Antalya in 2026?
The largest share of those visitors came from Russia, Germany and the United Kingdom, making those three markets the top sources of foreign arrivals to Antalya in the January‑August 2026 period. Together they accounted for the majority of the more than 10 million tourists recorded up to August 21.

What major international event is Antalya set to host later in 2026?
Antalya is also preparing to host the 77th International Astronautical Congress, an event that will bring together space agencies, industry leaders and researchers later in 2026, adding to the city’s profile as a major tourism hub. The congress is expected to attract thousands of delegates and boost ancillary hospitality demand.

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