Alanya Castle: A Majestic Fortress Overlooking the Mediterranean
Discover the rich history and stunning views at Alanya Castle, a medieval fortress overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
Alanya Castle, a stunning medieval fortress perched on a cliff overlooking the sea, offers breathtaking views and a rich historical experience for visitors. Explore its ancient walls, towers, and the charming surroundings that captivate tourists from around the world.
A brief summary to Alanya Castle
- Alanya, Hisariçi, Antalya, 07400, TR
- +902425131228
- Visit website
- Monday 7:30 am-8:30 pm
- Tuesday 7:30 am-8:30 pm
- Wednesday 7:30 am-8:30 pm
- Thursday 7:30 am-8:30 pm
- Friday 7:30 am-8:30 pm
- Saturday 7:30 am-8:30 pm
- Sunday 7:30 am-8:30 pm
Local tips
- Visit early in the morning or late afternoon for cooler temperatures and better lighting for photographs.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen, as there is limited shade while exploring the castle grounds.
- Don't miss the small museum inside the Red Tower for fascinating insights into the castle's history.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the pathways can be steep and uneven.
Getting There
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Car
If you're driving from Aeolis to Alanya Castle, start by heading southwest on the D400 highway. Follow the D400 for approximately 30 kilometers until you reach Alanya. Once in Alanya, follow signs for 'Kale' (Castle). You will need to park at one of the designated parking areas near the castle entrance, which may have a parking fee of around 10-20 Turkish Lira. After parking, it's a short walk to the castle entrance.
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Public Transportation - Bus
For those using public transport, take a bus from Aeolis to Alanya. Buses frequently depart from the main bus station in Aeolis. The journey takes about 40 minutes to 1 hour, depending on traffic, and costs approximately 30-50 Turkish Lira. Once you arrive at the Alanya bus station, you can catch a local minibus (dolmuş) that goes to the castle area. The dolmuş fare is around 5 Lira. The minibus will drop you near the entrance to Alanya Castle.
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Walking from Bus Station
If you arrive at the Alanya bus station, after taking a dolmuş, you can also choose to walk to Alanya Castle. From the bus station, head south on Atatürk Boulevard, then turn left onto the road leading up to the castle. This walk will take approximately 15-20 minutes and will provide you with scenic views of Alanya along the way.
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Ehmedek Kalesi
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ALANYA TELEFERİK-Kale
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EmineAba Tarihi Yöresel Lezzetler
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Kaleiçi Meyhanesi Alanya
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Magic Dive Alanya
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Dolphin
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Alanya Yatch Tour
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Old House (Eski Ev) Restaurant
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Havana Club Alanya
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Alanya Archaeological Museum
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ALANYA TELEFERİK A.Ş.
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Unmissable attractions to see
Selçuklu Hamamı
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Suleymaniye Mosque
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Gemili Mescit
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قلعة الانيا
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Alanya Castle Panorama Observation Deck
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Shipyard Alanya
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Grotte
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Red Tower
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MaCellan
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Damlataş Cave
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Alanya Tours & Activities
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CABLE CAR ALANYA
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Fire Tour
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Pirates of Alanya
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Essential places to dine
Gardenia Restaurant
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Kale Panorama Restoran
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Merlot Restaurant Alanya
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Villa Napoli
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Sıla Restaurant
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Le Chevy Restaurant
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Kleopatra Restaurant kebab grill pizza steak
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Manima Restaurant
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Mahperi Restaurant
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Chefmetin Moonlightrestaurant&Steakhouse
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Musti's Restaurant
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
DecorNo3
1.1 km
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Forty Four Turkish Delight
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Pitircik Boutique
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Bazaar Istanbul Alanya
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Melody souvenir
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Fame Butik
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Hüsniye Toksöz Butik
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Alanya Devekusu Hediyelik
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Black Horse Bar
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PASSAGE
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Fusecret Boutique Alanya
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Greenheaven
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The Bar
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Las Vegas Cafe & Bar
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LosAngeles Bar
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The CORNER Bar Alanya
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HANGOVER BAR ALANYA
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Karga Pub Alanya
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ALOHA TIKI BAR Alanya
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Deja vu bar
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Gorilla Pub
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Spy Bar Alanya
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Queens Garden
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Serseri pub
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