Türkiye, Alanya - “Alanya is a fairy tale city, a dream city! Local attractions!” Sights of Alanya Old Town Alanya

The sights of Alanya seem to have conspired and are located next to each other - in the city center. All the attractions of Alanya are inexpensive and easy to visit on your own, even if you are visiting for the first time. We'll tell you how much it costs and how to do it.

Sights of Alanya in Turkey: contents of the article

Sights of Alanya: what is included in our rating

The main attractions of Alanya are a list of seven points: water park, Archaeological Museum, funicular, Cleopatra beach, Red Tower and ancient buildings next to it, Alanya Fortress, Damlatas Cave. The scale of the sights of Alanya is not amazing, but they are all interesting and picturesque.

All the sights of Alanya can be visited on your own in two to three days. To make it easier for you to decide where to start and where to end, we have compiled a rating of Alanya attractions - in ascending order.

No. 7. Alanya Water Park

The Alanya water park is small and no longer young - that’s why its price is low. A good place to spend a hot day there. Alanya Waterpark has seven slides, a large swimming pool and a lazy river. There are cafes where you can have an inexpensive lunch: sets with hamburgers, fried potatoes and cola cost from 13 to 20 liras. The water park and the archaeological museum are located opposite each other.

Alanya Water Park opening hours: from 8:00 to 18:00. IN winter time The water park is not open.

Ticket price: 40 lira.

Alanya Water Park is not for those who want to choke on adrenaline. But not really for children. In general, the golden mean.

The water park is located in the very center of the city, very close to hotels and residential buildings.

No. 6. Alanya Archaeological Museum

I’ll tell you a secret: initially the Alanya Archaeological Museum occupied last place in our rating, but then we decided to go there :) We were pleasantly surprised! The price is ridiculous, and there are a lot of interesting things in the museum, both in the open area and in the building inside. There are practically no visitors, but in vain. We sincerely recommend this cute, cubby all tourists, you will like it.

Opening hours of the Archaeological Museum: from 8:00 to 18:30.

Ticket price: 6 lira.

Alanya Archaeological Museum is located near Cleopatra Beach. The pride of the museum is the rare floor mosaics, which are almost 1800 years old!

There are tombs in the museum courtyard. There are thousands of similar tombs in Turkey, but there are very few well-preserved ones.

There are a lot of interesting things inside the Alanya Archaeological Museum, be sure to go, especially since the ticket there is almost free.

No. 5. Funicular

The funicular is a newcomer to the list of Alanya attractions. It opened a couple of years ago. On weekends, teleferik (Turkish name) is in great demand among local residents, so if possible, ride on weekdays - you will ride in a cabin alone. The views from it offer stunning views of the beach, the city, and the mountains. Travel time is about 10 minutes.

Funicular operating hours: from 9:30 to 20:00.

Ticket price: one way - 22 liras, both ways - 28 liras.

When the funicular was still being built, this article was called “6 best places Alanya" 🙂

We are pleased to include the funicular in our list of Alanya attractions to visit.

No. 4. Damlatash Cave

By God, the Damlatash cave would be ready to be placed higher than the Alanya fortress only thanks to Russian tourists who exclaimed at the entrance: “Wow, this is beauty in general!” After the caves visited in Laos, it’s hard for Zhenya and I to be impressed, but these wonderful guys helped me see the cave as tourists who have just set foot on the travel path see it. The cave is really beautiful: there are many stalactites and stalagmites. The only negative is that it is small, and there are a lot of people there in high season. Damlatas Cave is located at the foot of the mountain to the left of Cleopatra Beach, if you face the sea.

Opening hours of Damlatas Cave: from 10:00 to 18:00

Ticket price: 7.5 lira. If you visit the Red Tower first, which tops our rating of Alanya attractions, you can save on a ticket; for more details, see point No. 1.

The name of the Damlatash cave comes from two words: damla - drop, taş - stone. You will be surprised, but this is translated as “stalactite”.

The inside of the cave is really very beautiful, especially when looking up.

Sights of Alanya: such “columns” look very impressive.

No. 3. Alanya Kalesi

Alanya Kalesi (read as “kalesi”, not “khaleesi”) was built in the 13th century. The fortress can easily be called the hallmark of Alanya; it is located on a rocky shore near Cleopatra Beach at an altitude of 250 meters. The fortress offers excellent views of the city and the beach. On one side the wall descends almost to the Red Tower. Part of the fortress can be viewed for free.

Despite the fact that there are often articles about the sights of Alanya or collections on the topic “What to visit in Alanya?” start with the fortress, we gave it third, and not higher place in our ranking of attractions because the fortress seemed monotonous to us, we expected more.

Alanya Fortress opening hours: from April to October - from 08:00 to 19:00, from November to March - from 8:00 to 16:45.

Ticket price: 20 lira.

How to get to Alanya Fortress? Before entering the fortress city goes bus number 4, fare - 2.5 liras. There is a stop right at the foot of the mountain, near Cleopatra Beach, where taxi drivers stand. You can also take the funicular and then walk for 7-10 minutes following the signs.

In total, there are 140 such towers on the wall that surrounds the Alanya fortress.

I really like how doorways and arches in general were decorated in ancient times.

Archaeologists and scientists believe that the Alanya fortress could accommodate about 400 people. I think they lived quite closely.

The fortress has a couple of equipped observation platforms, where you can take excellent panoramic photographs.

These, for example, are for the fortress itself.

Or these - for the city and the beach.

No. 2. Cleopatra Beach

Cleopatra Beach in Alanya is the best in the area. This is a beautiful sand and pebble beach with emerald and always clear water, where there is all the necessary infrastructure and a picturesque landscape. The link to a detailed article about the beach is just below.

Working hours: around the clock.

Price of sun lounger or umbrella: 10 lira, entrance to the beach is free.

Cleopatra Beach is a place where you want to stay all day, even if you have to bitterly mourn your burns later.

From Cleopatra Beach you can see the fortress, and from the fortress you can see the beach. The sights of Alanya are wonderfully adjacent :)

No. 1. Red Tower (Kyzyl Kule) and shipyard

Before visiting these places, we ourselves did not think that in the article about the sights of Alanya, the question “Where to go in Alanya?” We will primarily recommend the Red Tower and the shipyard. These two attractions became the leaders of our rating for two reasons:

1) Reality exceeded our expectations: we thought that inside the tower there was just some kind of platform, but no! Everything turned out to be much more interesting and unusual.

2) Red Tower and shipyard – unique places . We have seen a lot of water parks, caves, beaches and ancient fortress walls (and you, probably, too), but this was our first time in such a tower, and even more so at an ancient shipyard!

Opening hours of the Red Tower and shipyard: from 8:00 to 19:00.

Ticket price: visiting only the Red Tower - 7 liras, visiting only the shipyard - 7 liras, visiting the Red Tower and the shipyard - 10 liras, visiting the Red Tower, the shipyard and the Damlatas cave - 14 liras.

The Turkish Red Castle was built in the 13th century and is well preserved, but still underwent restoration 70 years ago so that tourists could easily visit it.

On the ground floor of the Red Tower hangs a portrait of the Sultan of Anatolia Ala-ad-din Kay-Kubad I, who ordered the construction of a shipyard and a tower to protect it.

“Touching objects is prohibited,” reads the sign next to the cannonballs. Zhenya pretended that he didn’t know how to speak English, and the Turks who saw this thing then pretended that they didn’t know how to speak Turkish and also began to grab the balls.

It’s good that the tower now belongs to tourists and not to the military, otherwise they would never have thought of making a railing to climb such steep steps!

At the shipyard there are several small rooms where there are ancient anchors, navigation aids and the skeleton of a ship.

This is our first time in such a place, and although the shipyard is very small, it was very interesting to walk around it.

Alanya sights on the map

As you can see on the map below, all the attractions in Alanya are close to each other. Once you reach one, you can visit almost everything on foot.

We will be glad to receive your feedback and impressions about the sights you visited in Alanya!

Even experienced travelers will enjoy the sights in Alanya. The map shows that they are located not far from each other, and getting to them is not a problem. About what to see in the picturesque resort town Turkey, Alanya, you will learn from this review.

What to see in the city of Alanya

Alanya is located in the center of the Mediterranean Turkish coast. The main source of income is tourism. It has very developed and. People come here not only beautiful beaches, good hotel complexes and restaurants, but also for the sights with which many beautiful legends are associated. First, we advise you to look at the local architectural monuments, and only then you can go out of town.

Alanya Fortress

The symbol of the city, its central attraction, well known throughout Turkey. Date of construction: mid-13th century. The order was given by Sultan Kay-KubadI. The purpose of construction is to protect Alanya and its inhabitants from enemy attacks. The location was chosen perfectly - the top of the hill. The fortress is still surrounded today by a stone, very strong wall, the height of which is more than 6 m. There can be 4,000 people on the territory at the same time. It took 12 years to build the complex. During this time they built:

140 towers;
a huge castle on the highest point of the hill;
dry dock according to a unique project;
several mosques;
hundreds of agricultural buildings;
mint, military barracks.

There were underground reservoirs throughout the territory, which provided local residents with a supply of fresh water. Dozens of gates connected the fortress with the outside world. Today, only a few of them can be viewed, the remains of a dry dock and military barracks, a castle, and towers.

Entrance to the territory is free, but you will have to pay 20 liras to explore the castle. You can get to the fortress on foot or by bus No. 4. It can be seen from anywhere in Alanya.

City attraction No. 2 is a beach with coarse golden sand. Recently received the highest mark - the Blue Flag. According to legend, Cleopatra received it as a gift from her lover Mark Antony. The chosen location is magnificent - the coast is surrounded on three sides by mountains, a lot of vegetation, trees that protect from the scorching rays of the sun.

Bring sand from Egypt itself! It does not get very hot in the sun, there is almost no dust, so the water on the coast has retained its beautiful azure color. It is always crowded here, and there is all the necessary infrastructure for a comfortable beach holiday In Alania.

You can rent a sun lounger and an umbrella; along the coast there are toilets, changing rooms, numerous cafes and souvenir shops. Those who love water activities also have something to do here. There are children's playgrounds nearby. Beautiful yachts often sail along the coast.

Entrance to Cleopatra Beach is free. You can get there by bus number 1.

The local museum, according to reviews, is one of the best in Turkey! It was opened in the middle of the last century. The complex includes 14 spacious halls with an impressive collection of ancient artifacts, coins, clay tablets, marble items, clothing and household items. Excavations in this part of Turkey are ongoing, and the number of exhibits is rapidly increasing.

The pride of the museum is the vessels for ashes. Alanya is a rocky town, and choosing a place for a grave is very difficult. Previously, local residents simply burned the dead, and their ashes were placed in special vessels. Depending on the income, the accessory was made from limestone, clay, and decorated with precious stones. Each vessel is a unique work of art, in a single copy.

The museum is open to the public every day except Mondays from 8:00 to 19:00.

Price entrance ticket– 5 liras.

The city watchtower is called Kyzyl Kule (translated from Turkish as Red Tower). She is another unspoken symbol of the resort. It was named so because of the red brick that formed the basis of the construction. Date of construction: mid-13th century. The goal is protection from sea invasion by enemies. The tower is an octagonal five-story structure 33 m high. The entire base is generously planted with flowers.

It can accommodate 2000 people at a time. On the ground floor there is a small ethnographical museum. The collection consists of documents, photographs, diagrams related to this place. Most tourists prefer to explore good collection medieval ship models.

You can visit the Red Tower from 8:00 to 17:00 in winter (November to March) and from 9:00 to 19:00 in summer (April-October). Prepare 6 liras for the entrance ticket. The easiest way to get there is by bus routes No. 1, 101, 102.

Advice! Wear comfortable shoes without heels. You will need to overcome 85 steep, high steps.

A natural landmark of Alanya, a beautiful cave in the center of the resort, discovered in 1948. Translated from Turkish it means “stalactite”. Local residents call it more poetically - “cave of wet stones.” Scientists believe that it is more than 15 thousand years old. Consists of two floors. Total volume – 2500 m². It is very beautiful inside, millions of stalactites and stalagmites of various colors and shades. Most of them are at heights of 13 and 15 m. Photography is allowed.

The temperature in the cave is always the same - 22 degrees above zero. Air humidity is 95%. It contains a large amount of carbon dioxide, which effectively treats asthma and other respiratory diseases. There are comfortable benches along the entire perimeter where you can sit and breathe in the healing air.

Damlatas Cave can be visited any day of the week, from 10:00 to 18:00. Entrance fee – 6 liras. Bus number 4 comes here from the pier. The cave is located in the very center, parallel to Ataturk Boulevard. You can also get to it on foot; there are signs throughout the city. There are food stalls and several souvenir shops in front of the entrance.

Nice water park with total area 17 thousand m² were built at the resort several years ago. It is located just behind the Damlatas Cave. The water park itself includes 2 huge pools, 9 slides different heights and a waterfall with an artificial pond. In great demand Visitors use “inflatable tablets” and “river with spoons”. There are also cafes, shops, a spa salon on the territory, and the services of an artist and photographer are provided. Before visiting the slides or pools you need to take a shower; there is a warning right at the entrance. You can use the toilet and changing room for free. Everything is clean, well maintained, and the water is clear.

Guests are welcome here every day from 09:00 to 18:00. Entrance fee for the whole day is 50 liras per person. A snack on site in a cafe (burger, fries, cola) will cost another 20 liras. You can get here by routes No. 1 and 101.

What to see in the vicinity of Alanya

If you are staying in this resort town for 3 or more days, it would be great to explore the surrounding area on your own. Easiest to see interesting places by renting a car. So where should you go?

This is the name of one of the most important rivers in Turkey. It flows 20 km from the resort. beautiful and favorite place recreation for local residents: many waterfalls surrounded by mountains, greenery, flowers everywhere. Nearby are tangerine and pomegranate gardens. Dozens of restaurants have been built right above the riverbed. They serve excellent fresh fish dishes. Prices are above average. You can also take a walk along the dam, and on the shore take a break from the heat or have a bright photo session. In some places there are areas for swimming in the reservoir: there are sun loungers, umbrellas, and showers.

Information for those who for some reason do not want to see Dim Chai by car, but prefer to use public transport.

You can get here from the center of Alanya in about 30 minutes. Bus number 10 will come to your aid.

Located 48 km from the resort center. The grand opening took place in 2009. The canyon represents high cliffs, along which the bridge is laid. Walking route is 700 m. Along it there is an amazing view of the surrounding Alanya. Here you can see waterfalls, mountain streams, and magnificent nature.

There is a lake among the rocks; swimming is allowed in it. The water is cold, does not exceed 18 degrees above zero. In the canyon there is a cafe, restaurant, toilets, a wonderful children's playground. Everything is clean everywhere, there are signs in Turkish and English. Really a very picturesque and interesting place!

In front of the canyon there is a free parking. Entrance to Sapadere itself is paid - 25 Turkish lira.

Another name is Gazipasha. Alanya is located 40 km southeast. Antique city Selinus stands on a hillside that goes out to sea. It is approximately 3 km from the city harbour. Many centuries ago the city was perhaps the main Turkish port. It flourished during the Hellenistic period (323-30 BC).

Archaeological excavations are still ongoing in this area. According to them, there were large settlements with mosques, baths, agricultural buildings and residential buildings. In 2004, a bronze statue of Pegasus (winged horse) was found in Selinius. It was approximately created in 300 BC. Today, the ancient city of Selinius is a preserved aqueduct, tombs, and odeon (a marble hall for musical performances).

The ruins are not fenced, entry is free. It is difficult to see everything due to the dense vegetation. The place is wild, there is no infrastructure nearby. Everything you need is already in the city of Gazipasa. Wear comfortable shoes and take water with you. You can park your car at the base of the hill.

Ancient city of Syedra (Siedra)

Look for it 35 km northwest of Alanya on the coast sea bay. You can only get here by car, but it's worth it! Nearest stop public transport is located 6 km from the ruins of the ancient city. Immediately upon entry, a stunning panorama of the Mediterranean opens up.

The ancient city of Syendra was founded, as scientists believe, by the Romans in the 3rd century BC. The columns are in good condition today, Triumphal Arch, ponds, parts of the necropolis, baths. Of particular interest are the remains of a two-story building, the walls of which are lavishly decorated with ancient drawings. During excavations, a large number of clay tablets were found here, telling about the life of the city.

Syedran is under the protection of the Alanya Archaeological Museum. Entrance to the territory of the ancient city is free. The place is mediocrely equipped: there are benches, and at the highest point there is an observation deck. There are no shops, cafes or other infrastructure.

Ancient city of Iotape (Aitap)

Iotape is located 33 km southeast of Alanya. Founded in the 2nd century BC. and named after the wife of the Commagene ruler Antiochus IV. The ruins of the ancient city are clearly visible from the road. They are scattered along the mountainside, Cape Kömurlyuk and in the gorge. Architectural complex includes the remains of a temple, a harbor, columns, and pedestals. All this is not fenced and is available for viewing.

According to many scientists, Iotape is the most easily accessible ancient city in the vicinity of Alanya. This perfect place for a quiet, contemplative break. There is a nice small beach here that stretches along the coast with emerald water. The descent to the sea is steep, the terrain is rocky. You need to be careful!

Where to go with children in Alanya

Holidays with children dictate their own rules. If you're looking for an attraction that will also appeal to little travelers, check out the following places.

A small amusement park is located at the entrance to the city. The exact address: Dinek Mevkii A.Keykubat Parkı Karşısı 07400 ALANYA. It will be especially interesting for children aged 4-8 years. There are carousels with horses, a railway, radio-controlled cars, cups, boats and a trampoline. Older children can jump in kangaroo bags, go on a track around a race track, ride a roller coaster or a Ferris wheel. The water park will also be interesting for adults. For them there are gondola swings, Ranger and Kamikaze rides, a cinema hall, and a cozy cafe.

Schedule: from 15:00 to 23:00. You can enter the territory for free.

The cost of one ticket for the attraction is from 4 to 10 liras.

Park named after Kemal Ataturk

There are two parks in Alanya. The best of them proudly bears the name of the first President of the Turkish Republic. Its dimensions: length – 950 m, width – 450 m. It is located right behind Cleopatra Beach. Throughout the park there are bridges along small ponds, fountains, benches, and many exotic trees, flowers, and sculptures. Children's playgrounds and sports grounds are available free of charge. At the end of the park there are tennis courts. Inventory can be obtained here. There are no food stalls or shops in the park, everything is located across the road. Only the toilets are working. There are no canopies, so it’s better to plan your walk in the early morning or evening. You can enter the park 24 hours a day.

Pirate yacht trip from Alanya

On vacation in Turkey, you should definitely arrange a colorful pirate journey for your children! Why not book an unusual excursion program that will be remembered for a long time? A comfortable yacht departs from Alanya along the Mediterranean coast.

The duration of the excursion is 7 hours. Cost – €16 per person. The group can include up to 70 people. The program is rich and interesting.

Along the sea route you will see the Red Tower, Cleopatra and Ulash beaches, the caves of Pirates and Lovers. Dolphins swim freely nearby, giving free circus performances to guests of the yacht. After the walk there is a stop for swimming in the open sea, lunch, and a small concert. The tour ends with a foam party.

The price of the excursion includes round-trip transfer, Boat trip along a pre-planned route, lunch, entertainment program. Alcoholic drinks, snacks or ice cream, photo and video shooting are additionally paid. You need to take a swimsuit, towels, and a hat with you.

Attention! Children under 5 years old attend the excursion for free! Guests under 12 years old receive a 50% discount. Alanya is a beautiful, calm Turkish resort. It has something to do and see for tourists of all ages. When planning your vacation, be sure to include visits to local attractions. They definitely fall into the must-see category!

Sights of Alanya (Türkiye) in Russian with map, photo and description

If you are not one of those vacationers who prefer not to leave the comfort zone of the hotel, then you probably want to know what interesting places you can visit in a popular resort, what to see and how to surprise yourself. And we are ready to tell you about the main attractions of Alanya and the surrounding area so that you will definitely want to leave your sun lounger by the pool or exchange the beach for an exciting excursion.

Of course, Alanya is first and foremost popular resort, so thousands of tourists from all over the world receive first-class service here - cozy hotels, good beaches and a variety of entertainment: from diving in the Mediterranean Sea and fishing from the deck of a yacht to horseback riding and gastronomic tours. But, despite the pretentious status of the “Turkish Riviera”, Alanya has an impressive ancient history, in which the ancient conquerors, the rulers of Byzantium, and warriors left their mark Ottoman Empire. And evidence of this is the numerous “ruins”, as well as modern monuments. In the vicinity of the resort, there are such natural places that contemplative tourists should definitely visit - the Sapadere Canyon, the Green Canyon, the Tauride Mountains, the ruins of ancient cities and caves. There are also places in Alanya for those who love all kinds of attractions and extreme entertainment.

What sights of Alanya to see first?

During excursions or independent walks When visiting Alanya, you should definitely visit the Red Tower, which for centuries defended the port from pirate raids, as well as the medieval Tersane shipyard, where ships were built from local cedar forests for centuries. To feel the historical heritage of Alanya, you need to walk along the authentic streets to the ancient Suleymaniye Mosque and the northern fortress of Ehmedek, and then to Cleopatra Beach and Damlatas Cave. And when all the sights of Alanya have been explored, you can supplement your collection of vacation impressions with trips around the surrounding area. So that you can make your own rating of must see places, we present the “ten” most visited places and monuments.

TOP 10 best attractions in Alanya

Excursions to the sights of Alanya

It is wiser to visit any sights of Alanya accompanied by a Russian guide, choosing a suitable group or individual excursion. You can, of course, read about this or that object on your own, but often the guide shares information that cannot be found in free access. In addition, getting to know the city and its surroundings will take less time, since the travel route is carefully thought out and adjusted by the organizers for maximum convenience of guests. We recommend booking excursions in advance at, where there are, how popular classical programs to the main attractions of Alanya and Turkey in general, as well as original excursions from Russian-speaking guides. At online booking on Tripster it is enough to make a 20% prepayment (the rest is ceremonially handed over to the guide or tour organizer on the spot). And if you choose an individual program, you can, during online communication with the guide, ask to make adjustments to the route and tailor the route to suit you.

Sights of Alanya with photos and descriptions

It’s absolutely certain that you won’t be able to visit all the interesting places in one day, so it’s worth setting priorities – what to see first, and where you can go if you have time, energy and money left. First of all, we recommend deciding on the thematic focus, because some people are more interested in climbing through ancient ruins, while others are more interested in squealing in a water park. Well, our top 25 main attractions in Alanya will help you choose what is interesting to you specifically.

Top 25 attractions in Alanya

1. Alanya Castle

The main attraction of the city, of course, is the ancient fortress wall, built on the foundations of a Roman-Byzantine fortress by Sultan Ala ad-Dine Kay-Kubade. The construction of the fortification dates back to the 13th century, and it has been well preserved to this day. watchtowers and external walls. Inside there are interesting ancient buildings - brick cisterns, the Byzantine Church of St. George, baths, the Sultan's palace. The observation decks located inside offer breathtaking panoramas of the city and the sea.

Most of the fortress can be viewed for free, but entry to the castle costs 20 Turkish lira. From April to October ancient complex, turned into a Museum under open air, open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., from November to March – from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

2. Red Tower / Kizilkule

If you hear the Turks talking about Kyzyl Kule, you should know that we are talking about another key landmark of the city, which flaunts on the flag of Alanya - the octagonal Red Tower. It was built according to the design of an Arab architect in the 13th century, and was built to such high quality that today it remains one of the best-preserved examples of medieval military architecture. On the 1st floor of the tower there is an ethnographic museum, and on the last floor there is an observation deck. You will have to walk up 85 steps to get there.

Opening hours: April-October – 9.00-19.00, November-March – 9.00-17.00. You will have to pay 7 Turkish lira for the entrance ticket.

3. Tersane Shipyard / Old Shipyard

The shipyard is located just behind the Red Tower. It was used for the construction of the Sultan's flotilla from 1228 to 1361. Stone structure on the water, divided by arches into five workshop rooms, is an excellently preserved example of Seljuk architecture. Until the 60s of the last century, ships were still being repaired there, but today the shipyard is a museum with models of medieval ships, mechanisms for lifting cargo, unusual nautical charts, workbenches with tools and other interesting things.

Shipyard in summer time open daily from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. (opening hours may change in winter). Ticket price – 6 liras. By the way, it is more profitable to purchase complex tickets, for example, you can visit the Red Tower and the shipyard for 8 liras.

4. Cleopatra Beach

Antalya's best beach awarded " blue flag"for cleanliness and comfort. Two kilometers of “golden” sand, which, according to legend, was brought all the way from Egypt itself, is definitely worthy of your heels;) The entrance to the clearest water is gentle, so the place is ideal for relaxing with children. A well-developed infrastructure will allow you to alternate between lying on a sun lounger and riding catamarans, water skiing, or banana boats. The beach has changing cabins and showers (both paid and free). Interestingly, there are toilets not only for people, but also for dogs. There are many cafes along the entire beach, but to save money, it is better to shop at the markets on Damlatas Street.

The beach is open to the public every day. Entrance is free, but if there are not enough free sun loungers, you will have to pay for a sun lounger and an umbrella.

5. Damlatas Cave / Damlatas Caves

Not far from Cleopatra Beach, right at the foot of the Alanya Fortress, there is the Damlatas Cave - small and not at all gloomy, which is worth a visit to see the thousand-year-old stalactites and stalagmites, decorated with very beautiful lighting. You are unlikely to last more than half an hour in the cave. With absolute humidity and a temperature of about 25 degrees, it is difficult to view the underground masterpieces, although local doctors assure that the record levels of carbon dioxide will benefit asthmatics. But entry into the cave is not recommended for “core” people.

You can visit the Damlatas Cave daily from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Entrance fee: 7.5 Turkish liras for an adult ticket and 3.5 liras for a child’s ticket.

6. Seaport of Alanya / Port of Alanya

The seaport receives daily cruise ships and yachts, and walking along the embankment is one of the favorite pastimes of local residents. For a long time, the port was a haven for pirates, until the “gentlemen of fortune” were “asked to leave” by the Roman Empire. There are many cafes on the embankment where you can order mussels with lemon. And if you go on an excursion with a Russian guide, he will definitely lead you to a place in the port, from where you can see the main attractions of the city - the Red Tower and the Lighthouse. It is from the port that all excursion ships depart, many of which are stylized as pirate ships.

Opening hours: daily. Per visit seaport There is no charge.

7. Water Planet water park

The Water Planet water park in the village of Okurcolar, 30 km from Alanya, is a great place to have fun. Almost three dozen different slides, a 75-meter bungee ride, Kamikaze and Black Hole rides, rafting on the lazy river - everyone can choose what they like best. On the territory of the Water Park there are a dozen swimming pools with comfortable sun loungers, as well as several restaurants and cafes.

For those staying at the hotel of the same name, visiting the water park is free (they are given special bracelets upon check-in). Other tourists can buy a ticket with or without meals: an adult will cost 40/30 dollars (respectively), a child (for children from 6 to 12 years old) – 35/25 dollars.

8. Alanya Archaeological Museum

It is also worth visiting the archaeological museum in Alanya in the company of a Russian guide, because all the signs on the exhibits are in English, and the museum itself does not provide the services of a Russian-speaking guide. The museum's exhibition is quite interesting: all kinds of figurines, jewelry, dishes, household items dating back to the Lydian, Phrygian, Byzantine and Greek periods. In one of the halls there is only one exhibit - a statue of bronze Hercules, cast in the 2nd century. BC. There is a hall dedicated to marine finds - sunken ships and treasures. In the cozy garden of the museum, fragments of antique columns and various agricultural implements are exhibited, and walking peacocks and fragrant plants complement the peaceful atmosphere of the museum.

The museum is open from April to October from 8.30 to 19.30, from November to March - from 8.30 to 17.30. Monday is a day off. The entrance ticket costs 6 Turkish lira.

9. Alanya Aquapark

In the center of Alanya, behind the Migros supermarket, there is a small city water park. It has only 9 slides, which are not too steep and not at all new, several pools, a waterfall and a rafting channel. You cannot visit the water park with your own food, and prices in local cafes are higher than in markets. The city water park is almost always very crowded, so there may be queues for some attractions. Before including a water park in the program, you should clarify whether it is fully open after reconstruction and which attractions are working.

You can visit the city water park every day, from 9 am to 6 pm, but the attractions start only from 10. Entrance fee: for adults - 25 liras, for children - 15 liras. You can also buy a ticket with a “snack” (cola, fries and hamburger) for 35 liras.

10. Lighthouse in the port of Alanya / Alanya Lighthouse

At the beginning of the last century, a 20-meter lighthouse appeared on the edge of the port harbor, which was assembled in Paris and guided ships to the French shores for more than 50 years. The lighthouse was then transported and installed in Alanya. Its compact size does not prevent it from illuminating the sea for 200 miles for more than a hundred years, and tourists are invited to climb to the observation deck. The climb will not be too tiring, because inside the walls of the lighthouse are decorated with beautiful panels with sea scenes.

The lighthouse is open every day, but access inside can be both free and paid, so it would be good to enlist the help of a Russian guide who will tell you when they won’t charge you for going up to the lighthouse observation deck.

11. Sapadere Canyon

Amazing natural corner near Alanya opened for tourists in 2008, and every year it becomes more and more popular. A walk along the wooden deck stretched along the rocks will be an escape from the heat and will give you a lot of impressions from contemplation pine forests, magnificent mountain peaks and icy mountain streams.

An excursion to the Sapadere Canyon can be booked at

12. The ancient city of Syedra

In ancient times, Syedra was a major trading port with its own mint. Today these are ruins where turtles rule, but it’s worth climbing the mountain to the ancient polis if only to see stunning panoramas of the sea, walk along the remains of ancient paving stones, imagine the splendor of the ancient Column Street or try to examine fragments of an ancient mosaic.

13. Suleymaniye Mosque in Alanya Fortress / Suleymaniye Mosque

The current and oldest mosque in the city was built in 1231 by Sultan Alaadin Key Qubad (the same one who ordered the construction of the Red Tower). And the Suleymaniye Mosque is called because it was restored after a fire by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. On the minaret there are speakers from which the call to prayer is heard. Inside the mosque everything is traditional and ascetic.

14. Monument to Ala ad-Din Kay-Qubad I

The Seljuk Sultan, who ruled Alanya in the 13th century, is today the first to greet guests arriving at the resort from Antalya. It was this sultan who ordered the construction of the main religious attractions of Alanya - the Red Tower, the Suleymaniye Mosque, the Tersane shipyard, and under him the Konya Sultanate achieved greatness. Today, a huge pedestal on which a fearless warrior on horseback “prances” reminds us of the determination and courage of this ruler.

15. House-Museum of Kemal Ataturk

The exhibition of the house-museum is dedicated to the people's favorite - Mustafa Kemal Ataturk - the first president of Turkey, reformer politician and military leader. The fact that Kemal was in this house only once in 1935 did not stop the residents of Alanya from the temptation to open a museum in the building. On the ground floor there is an exhibition with Ataturk’s personal belongings, photographs, and documents signed by him. The second is a reconstruction of the interiors of a Turkish house with authentic household items.

16. Dim Cave

One of the largest caves in Europe is located 12 km from Alanya. It’s hard to say what’s more magnificent: the views of the surrounding area on the way to the cave, the panoramas of the valley from its observation platforms, or a walk through the cave itself. As a warm-up, you should first look into the small 50-meter hall, and then go to the large 300-meter hall. A cosmic spectacle awaits you - literally and figuratively.

17. Alanya Gardens Park

The park, dedicated to the 100th anniversary of Ataturk, is very popular among tourists who, after a hot beach, don’t mind taking a breather in the shady alleys. The park has many exotic trees, stunningly beautiful flower beds, recreation areas, and artificial ponds and fountains.

18. Seyir Terasi observation deck

It’s worth going up to the observation deck to see all the sights of Alanya at once, and the walk will be magnificent both during the day and in the evening. On the upper observation deck there is a park and a restaurant where you can have lunch or dinner. There is a playground for children. Turkish dance groups perform on stage. On the lower platform you can comfortably sit on one of the many benches and admire the city.

19. Green Canyon

The Green Canyon was created not by nature, but by man. This huge reservoir in the valley of the Taurus Mountains has the status national park, and its main attraction is Lake Oymapinar, which is fed by three dozen mountain springs. An ideal place for a picnic and a peaceful holiday surrounded by local beauty.

An excursion to the Green Canyon from Alanya can be purchased at

20. Monument to Ataturk

The monument to the “father of the Turks” was erected on Republic Square (near the street, named again in honor of Ataturk). The figure of the bronze “leader” is surrounded by pioneers: a boy with a flag and a girl greeting guests. On the massive pedestal is a quote from Ataturk: “Peace in the country! World peace!" When you look, you involuntarily remember everything famous monuments Soviet leader. 😉

21. Dolphinarium Sealanya

While visiting the Dolphinarium in Alanya, you can not only see the fiery performances of fur seals and dolphins, but also swim with the latter (for an additional fee). Guests can also take unique photos with the stunning animals or attend a dolphin therapy session - chat with dolphins to relieve stress and improve your mood.

22. Yil Ataturk Parki

You can enter Ataturk Park along Cleopatra Beach both from the embankment and from the adjacent street. You can walk along the paved paths endlessly. The huge fingers cast a good shadow, and standing on one of the many bridges near the artificial pond and fountains it is easy to enjoy the freshness of the purest water. There are a lot of interesting plants in shape, for example, in the form of a pineapple grown into the ground. The irrigation system works flawlessly, so the park is always green.

23. Incekum Beach

23 km from Alanya is one of the oldest and most popular beaches in Incekum. You can get there by minibus in half an hour. The beach is famous for its fine sand. Actually, tourists come here to trample on it with their bare feet, and at the same time swim in the sea. 15 minutes from the beach is the village of Avsallar, where there are many restaurants and cafes.

24. Cable car to Alanya Fortress / Alanya Teleferik

A funicular ride to the top of the Ich Kale fortress will give you the opportunity to contemplate stunning views of Alanya. The cabins are closed, but with large panoramic glazing, so you won’t miss anything during the ascent and descent. The trip takes no more than 5 minutes. Then - an observation deck and a walk to the fortress itself, you can wander around the territory of which for a very long time due to the numerous shops, cafes and other interesting things.

25. Dim-Chai River / Dim River

The Dim Chay River, which originates from Konya and flows into the Mediterranean Sea, is popular among tourists due to its beautiful developed infrastructure. There are many restaurants, including those with cabanas right on the water, cozy picturesque picnic spots and fishing spots.

The sights of Alanya in Turkey are surprisingly diverse. Natural, historical and entertainment attractions are located at a short distance from each other. In Alanya you can always find where to go and what to see on your own. We tried to collect short guide the most interesting sights of Alanya with photos and descriptions, but did not create a rating. Some people are more interested in caves and waterfalls, while others are more interested in mosques and fortresses. In general, everything is up to you.

The main attractions of Alanya - what you must see

Red Tower

The main attraction of Alanya is the Red Tower of Kyzyl Kule. The Red Tower is the symbol of this Turkish resort. The tower is located in the port of Alanya. You can admire the tower from the outside for free. A ticket inside costs 6TL. Inside there is a small museum and observation deck.

Alanya Fortress

The Red Tower is only part of another larger attraction. Alanya Fortress was built in the 13th century and is still well preserved. You can climb to the top of the fortress by road completely free of charge. Better yet, take a bus to the top, and go down from there.

Cable car to the top of the peninsula

From Cleopatra Beach to the top of the peninsula leads cable car. Climbing up you can see the Ehmidek Castle and the Suleymaniye Mosque. The round trip cost is 18TL.

Attractions in the center of Alanya

Most of Alanya's attractions are located on the top and around the peninsula. Since we started with the Alanya fortress, we will continue with it.

Echmidek Castle

Ehmidek Castle is one of the most ancient buildings in Alanya. When the Seljuk Turks captured these lands, the castle was already standing. According to one version, it was built by the Greeks long before our era. This is one of the most expensive attractions in Alanya; entrance to the castle grounds costs 20TL. True, this price also includes a visit to the internal fortress.

Suleymaniye Mosque

Next to the castle is the Suleymaniye Mosque. This is the oldest mosque in Alanya. It is still active. Entrance to the mosque is free, but all rules for visiting mosques must be strictly followed.

Ichkale - internal fortress

At the very top of the peninsula there is an internal fortress. Probably the inner fortress itself as an attraction would not have been so interesting to me if it were not for the stunning views that you can see from the top. The cost of visiting is 20TL, but with the same ticket you can also visit Ehmidek Castle.

Alanya Shipyard

The shipyard is located in the port of Alanya. The shipyard, like almost the entire fortress, was built in the 13th century and served for the construction of ships. Now there is a small museum inside. It didn't seem like anything special, but I was really interested. Entrance inside costs 7TL.

Alanya seaport

The port is home to the Red Tower and a shipyard, but the port itself is a tourist attraction. There is a very beautiful embankment with an artificial waterfall and a bunch of yachts decorated as pirate ships. Visiting the port is absolutely free.

More information about the port can be found in the article on our website.

Lighthouse in Alanya

The lighthouse is installed in the sea harbor. The height of the lighthouse is 20 meters. You can climb the lighthouse, sometimes it costs money, sometimes it doesn’t. The lighthouse was originally built in France in 1880. He worked there for almost 60 years and only then moved to Alanya.

Park in the center of Alanya

In the center of Alanya between the Ataturk monument and the port there is a small but very beautiful and green Park with artificial waterfalls where you can go. Spending a few minutes in the shade of tropical trees in the midday heat is a pleasure.

Monument to Ataturk

The Ataturk Monument is located on Ataturk Square next to Ataturk Boulevard. You can find all this “Ataturschina” on the way from Obaköy towards the port, you won’t pass by. Ataturk Square is also called Republic Square. By the way, there is another monument to Ataturk in Alanya, it is located near the Red Tower, but it is much more modest.

Obaköy embankment

A long, well-kept promenade stretches from the port to the east of Alanya, which is a pleasure to walk along. There are many cafes and restaurants, many flowers, and date palms.

You can read more about this area of Alanya.

Cleopatra Beach

Many travel portals include this beach among the main attractions of Alanya. The beach is really good, it's one of the best beaches Turkey. There is a legend that sand was brought to the beach for Cleopatra from Egypt. There is a monument to Cleopatra on the beach promenade.

You can see more about the beach on our website.

Cape Gilvarda

The Alanya Peninsula ends in the sea with a long rocky cape. The ruins of an ancient monastery have been preserved on the cape. Without knowing the trail, getting there is practically impossible, and even dangerous.

Archaeological Museum

The Alanya Archaeological Museum is located near Cleopatra Beach. There are some terribly ancient mosaics inside, ancient statue Hercules and other exhibits, in general, lovers of museum antiquities have something to see. The ticket price is 6TL.

Damlatas Cave and Water Park

Damlatas Cave, like many other attractions of Alanya, is located in the city center. It is easy to get into it from the end of Cleopatra Beach which is closer to the peninsula. The cave is not large and usually crowded, but very beautiful. The cave has many stalactites and stalagmites, and the air is considered beneficial for asthmatics. I would recommend that this attraction is a must see. The cost of visiting the cave is 7.5TL. Nearby is the city water park “Damlatash”; entrance to the park cost 40TL. The water park is small, it has 9 slides and a couple of pools.

We have a detailed story about the cave, you can read it at the link.

Tours to Alanya

Alanya Caves

In general, there are several caves in Alanya. Another 3 caves are also located in the bowels of the peninsula, but not in its main massif, but in the rocks of the cape extending into the sea. Accordingly, in order to see these sights of Alanya you need to take a boat, since they can only be reached by sea.

Pirates Cave

This is the cave closest to the port of Alanya. In ancient times, ancient pirates hid treasures and kidnapped girls here. At least that's what the legends say.

Lovers' Cave

The Lovers' Cave is a through cave in the rocks of the cape. You can climb into it from one side of the peninsula and jump off from the other. They say that in the middle of the last century, lovers who ran away from home were hiding inside the cave. Were there really no more decent places for this business in Alanya?

Phosphorus Cave

This cave is located on the western side of the cape, a little closer to Cleopatra's beach than the lovers' cave. They say that the walls of the cave are covered with phosphorus and in the dark, when approaching the cave, you can see a small glow. True, I have never heard of anyone swimming here in the dark.

What to see in the vicinity of Alanya on your own

Dim Cave

There is another cave in the vicinity of Alanya. This is Dim Cave - the most big cave region. The cave is very beautiful. At the end of the cave there is a small lake. It should be noted that I have never seen lakes in caves anywhere else. You can get there on your own by taking bus No. 101, getting off at the Akdeniz University stop. True, from the stop you have to walk almost 4 kilometers up into the mountains in the heat. We took a taxi.

More information about how to get to the cave can be found on our website in the article.

Mountain river and dam Dim Chai

Dim Chai is more than just an attraction in the vicinity of Alanya. This is a dam and reservoir, a gorge and waterfalls, as well as many cafes and restaurants located right on the river. A very pleasant place where you can relax from the heat on the coast. Mainly popular with the local population. It's easy to get here on your own. Bus No. 10 runs here from the central bazaar every hour.

You can see details about this attraction of Alanya on our website in the article.

Caravanserai Sharapsa Khan

From Antalya, at the entrance to the city, there is the ancient Sharapsa Khan caravanserai. The caravanserai was built in the middle of the 13th century. Now it is periodically restored, and the Turkish Night show takes place inside. The Sharavsinsky caravanserai is located in the village of Konakli. There is bus number 50 and a bunch of minibuses that go to Konakli with only a sign on the windshield.

Alanya sights on the map

To make it easier to decide where to go and what to see in a Turkish resort, we have compiled a map of Alanya’s attractions in Russian. Historical attractions are highlighted in red on the map, natural ones in green, and all others in orange. You can click on the icons, there will be a link to detailed description attractions on our website.

Where else to go and what to see in Alanya

Alanya Gardens

This park is a relatively new attraction in Alanya. Located on the terrace of a hill outside the city near the letters I love Alanya. You can get there by bus number 8. Entry is free for now.

Observation platforms on Alanya

Almost immediately outside the city the mountains begin. If you walk towards the mountains from the sea, you will come across one of the many observation platforms from where you can see the whole of Alanya.

Take a yacht ride around the peninsula

You can arrange such a walk right at the port on the embankment. Choose which vessel you like best, but do not forget that the better the vessel, the higher the price.

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