Tourist Attractions in Alanya

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Alanya

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About Alanya

Alanya is a well-known and popular resort on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast, attracting hundreds and thousands of tourists during the season. The resort boasts Blue Flag quality beaches, magnificent clean sea, interesting sights and a variety of entertainment suitable for all ages.

Many people prefer not to leave the territory of hotels, where there is absolutely everything for a comfortable holiday, but to visit Alanya and not to explore the city with its surroundings is to deprive yourself of new impressions and positive emotions. Lovers of antiquities and history will definitely have a place to go – fortresses, ruins and museums always welcome visitors.

Top-20 Tourist Attractions in Alanya

Alanya Castle

 4.7/5

27281 reviews

A 13th century defence structure located on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. The fortification was built under Sultan Ala ad-Din Key Kubad on the foundations of Roman and Byzantine buildings. The ring of outer walls and watchtowers have been almost completely preserved to this day. The observation decks inside offer a magnificent view of Alanya and the seashore.

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Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Red Tower

 4.8/5

7683 reviews

Kizil Kule (Turkish name for the tower) is one of the main attractions of Alanya, and its image is even on the city’s flag. The structure is located on the territory of the harbour. It was erected in the XIII century according to the project of an invited Arab architect. It reaches 33 metres in height and the diameter of the walls is 29 metres. The ground floor houses an ethnographic museum, and the top floor has a viewing platform, which can be reached by a stone staircase.

Open time

Monday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

Seaport Hotel

 4.5/5

380 reviews

The port of Alanya accommodates passenger ships, mainly cruise ships travelling on the so-called “Turkish Riviera”. There is also a promenade for walking and cycling. Restaurants and cafes on the pier serve seafood and souvenir shops offer some memorabilia.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
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Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Alanya Lighthouse

 4.7/5

1122 reviews

The lighthouse is located on a rocky embankment at the edge of the harbour. The structure was built and assembled in France in 1880 and then transported to Alanya. The structure is 20 metres high and the light equipment allows the signal to be spread over a distance of 200 miles, which is about 370 km. The lighthouse has been in operation for over 100 years and is a reliable landmark for ships entering the harbour.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
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Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Shipyard Alanya

 4.7/5

1234 reviews

The shipyard dates back to 1228 and was used for its intended purpose until 1361, supplying the Sultan’s fleet, which dominated this stretch of sea. The architecture of Tersane is an example of the Seljuk period. The shipyard is located in the harbour of Alanya, just behind the Red Tower and can be reached on foot or by boat along the promenade.

Open time

Monday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Alanya Archaeological Museum

 4.6/5

1635 reviews

The museum collection was established in 1967, but to this day it is still being replenished, as archaeological excavations are constantly being carried out in the vicinity of Alanya. The exposition consists of artefacts from several historical periods: Phrygian, Lydian, Greek and Byzantine. The halls display collections of ceramics, bronze and glassware, preserved elements of exterior decoration of buildings and much more.

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Ataturk House Museum

 4.5/5

424 reviews

It is perhaps difficult to find a city in Turkey that does not have a museum dedicated to Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, a reformer, innovator and statesman who is revered in the country as the “father of the nation”. He lived with his sister and mother in the house in Alanya, where the exhibition is located today, after returning from the Syrian front. Here Atatürk held meetings and met with his associates.

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Mustafa Kemal Atatürk Monument

 4.7/5

2032 reviews

The monument in honour of the first president of the Turkish Republic was erected in Alanya on one of the central squares in 1933. In the centre of the composition is the decisive figure of the leader with his hand raised in greeting (as if he is making a speech to the people and calling his supporters to fight). On the right side of him stands a girl with an olive branch, on the left – a young man with a Turkish flag. The sculptures are on a low pedestal against the background of a white stele.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Alaaddin Keykubat Parkı

 4.6/5

403 reviews

Sultan Ala ad-Din of the Seljuk dynasty ruled Alanya in the 13th century. According to historical accounts, he was a talented military commander and a farsighted sovereign. Today, a monument in his honour adorns the cityscape. The Sultan is depicted riding a mighty horse, his features are stern and resolute, and in his right hand he holds a sceptre with the heraldic symbol of the Seljuks.

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Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Suleymaniye Mosque

 4.7/5

200 reviews

The mosque was built under Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent in the 16th century. The building is a classic example of Ottoman architecture: strict rectangular shapes, pointed arches, a spherical dome of the prayer hall and a minaret towering above the entire structure. The Muslim temple is active, so it is difficult for representatives of other religions to get inside.

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Alanya AQUAPARK

 3.6/5

1877 reviews

Aquapark is located about 30 km from Alanya on the territory of Water Planet Deluxe Hotel & Aquapark 5*. It is a full-fledged complex for family holidays with dozens of slides, pools, artificial rivers and bungee rides. The space is divided into zones for children, adult visitors and extreme lovers, so everyone will find entertainment to their liking and adrenaline level.

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Alanya AQUAPARK

 3.6/5

1877 reviews

There is also a water park in Alanya itself, so there is no need to go several tens of kilometres away. You can have a great time without travelling far from your hotel, which many tourists will appreciate. And although it is more modest in size and composition of attractions than Water Planet, it has everything you need: water slides, pools, recreation areas and standard infrastructure.

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Sealanya Dolphinpark Seapark

 4.5/5

6098 reviews

The Dolphinarium is a short drive from the city. It is worth travelling to this place to watch spectacular shows with dolphins, sea lions and seals, which show funny tricks that delight the audience. If you wish, you can book a dolphin therapy session or simply swim surrounded by animals to get a charge of positive energy.

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Alanya Dalabasmaz Parkı

 4.5/5

11 reviews

A city park near the coast, where you can take a walk, relax from the sun and admire the slender rows of palm trees. The park has wide walkways, flowerbeds interspersed with green lawns. The picturesque landscape is complemented by fountains, staircases and wooden bridges over an artificial pond.

Open time

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Dim Cave

 4.6/5

6744 reviews

The cave is located 12 kilometres from Alanya in the Western Taurus mountain range in the Dim Chai River Gorge. It is the second largest in Turkey. Speleologists discovered the grotto in 1986, since 1998 it has been open to visitors. The length of the tourist route is just over 400 metres, it consists of two sections. The most interesting is the first one, which ends with a large underground hall with a lake.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Damlataş Cave

 4.2/5

23044 reviews

Damlatash is located in the city limits literally 100 metres from the seashore, it was discovered in 1946 during the construction of the port. There used to be a quarry on this place. The entrance to the cave is very conveniently located, there is a beach and a small market nearby. Damlatash is not very large – there is only one hall, but you can see stalactites and stalagmites of incredible beauty.

Open time

Monday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Alanya Castle

 4.7/5

27281 reviews

The ruins of the ancient city are located 20 kilometres from Alanya at the junction of Cilicia and Pamphylia, the historical regions of Asia Minor. It is believed that the ancient settlement was founded in the 1st century. In ancient times, Siedra was prosperous – it even printed its own coinage. The site has survived to this day, including reservoirs, a stone street, part of the acropolis and an entire building with the remains of mosaics inside.

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Sapadere

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The gorge is located about 40-50 kilometres from Alanya near the village of the same name. This place is incredibly popular among tourists who want to diversify their holidays and make a hiking route, enjoying the views of the mountainous area, fresh air and pleasant coolness of waterfalls (some even swim in rather cold lakes). A 750 metre long path is specially equipped for visitors.

Dimçayı

 4.4/5

1957 reviews

Dim Chai Valley, located 6 km from Alanya, is a popular holiday destination for locals – people often come here for family picnics and picnics with friends. Moreover, the place is well-equipped: there are cafes of national cuisine, restaurants, water amusements, attractions, fishing areas, observation decks, pavilions and terraces. The total length of the Dim Chai River is 60 kilometres.

Kleopatra Beach

 4.5/5

12402 reviews

The beach is considered to be one of the best in Alanya and its surroundings. It is a long well-maintained area covered with clean sand, along which numerous hotel complexes are located. The beach is perfectly adapted for holidays with small children due to the developed infrastructure and gentle entrance to the sea. There is entertainment for all tastes: water skiing, banana boats, catamarans, paragliding, volleyball court.

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