Alanya

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AirportsGazipaşa–Alanya Airport (GZP) is the nearest. Antalya Airport (AYT) is much farther by road.
Getting aroundTaxis, buses, dolmuş minibuses and hire cars. The old town is mostly on foot.
CurrencyTurkish lira (TRY)
Best monthsSpring and autumn for sightseeing, summer for swimming.

Alanya in brief

Alanya is a resort city on Türkiye’s Mediterranean coast, in Antalya Province. It lies about 133 km east of Antalya city, on a rocky peninsula with the Taurus mountains behind it.

The Seljuk Sultan Alaeddin Keykubad I took the town in 1220 and built most of the castle, the Red Tower and the shipyard. The town was known in Greek as Kalonoros, and its present name was fixed in 1935.

Beaches lie on both sides of the peninsula, with Kleopatra Beach to the west and Keykubat Beach to the east. Damlataş Cave and Dim Cave are the two caves that visitors usually see.

Top attractions in Alanya

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Alanya CastleAlanya Castle
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Alanya Castle

A Seljuk fortress of the 13th century on a rocky peninsula, with walls about 6.5 km long and 140 towers.
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Dim CaveDim Cave
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Dim Cave

A show cave in the Dim valley with many formations and an underground lake at the end of one passage.
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Photo: Alanya Castle — Hydrox (CC BY-SA 3.0); Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) — Alex Bezrukov (CC BY-SA 2.5); Damlataş Cave — BillBl (CC BY 2.0); Cleopatra Beach — Julian Lupyan (CC0); Alanya Shipyard (Tersane) — Bestalex (CC BY-SA 4.0); Dim Cave — Островский Александр, Киев (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons

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Getting there and around

Airport transfer from Gazipaşa–Alanya Airport (GZP)A pre-booked car from arrivals to your hotel in Alanya. Alternatives are a taxi from the terminal or an airport shuttle to the central bus station.
Getting around AlanyaBuses and dolmuş minibuses serve the city, but many streets in the old town are closed to vehicles. Taxis and walking cover most short trips in the centre.
Car rentalA hire car suits Dim Cave and the coast road east and west of the city, which the D400 highway follows. Parking near the old town can be difficult in summer.

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Where to stay

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Hotels in Alanya
1

Harbour and old town

Close to the castle, the Red Tower, the shipyard and the harbour. Suits visitors who want history and boat departures on foot.
2

Kleopatra Beach

The west side of the peninsula, beside a long sandy beach. Suits those who want to swim and be near the castle.
3

Oba

A residential and resort area east of the centre. Suits those who want a quieter base and are happy to use a taxi or minibus to the old town.
4

Mahmutlar

A district farther east along the coast. Suits longer stays and those who prefer a local neighbourhood to the busy centre.
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Alanya day by day

  1. Day 1: Castle and harbourAlanya Castle in the morning, then the Red Tower and the shipyard by the harbour.
  2. Day 2: Caves and beachDamlataş Cave and the Archaeological Museum area, then a swim at Kleopatra Beach.
  3. Day 3: Dim CaveA trip east to Dim Cave and the Dim valley, with a cooler, shaded afternoon by the river.
  4. With a fourth dayA boat trip from the harbour, or a walk through the old town streets below the castle.

Local tips

  • The castle hill is steep and has little shade. Go in the morning and bring water.
  • Wear shoes with grip on the stone paths around the castle walls.
  • Caves are cool and damp inside. Bring a light layer in summer.
  • Check which airport your flight uses, as Gazipaşa–Alanya Airport is much closer than Antalya Airport.
  • Check opening days before you go, as some museums close on one day a week.

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Travel guide

The best months are April to June and September to November, and three days cover the main sights. Gazipaşa–Alanya Airport (GZP) is the nearest airport, while Antalya Airport (AYT) is about two hours away by road.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airport is best for Alanya?

Gazipaşa–Alanya Airport (GZP) is the nearest. Antalya Airport (AYT) is about two hours away by road, and is used by many more flights.

How many days do I need in Alanya?

Three days cover the castle, the harbour sights, the caves and the beach. Many visitors stay a week by the sea.

Can I walk up to Alanya Castle?

Yes, there is a walking route up the hill, but it is steep. Taxis and some tours also go up.

Is Alanya good for swimming?

Yes. The sea is warm in summer, with a peak of about 29 degrees Celsius in August.

Are there trains to Alanya?

No. There is no railway in the district, so use buses, taxis or a hire car.