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Alanya Castle
A medieval castle on a peninsula above Alanya, with Seljuk walls and views of the Mediterranean.
Entry
TL 340
Duration
~2h
Best time
Morning
Setting
Outdoor
Entry note: Seljuk walls on the peninsula; cable car optional from the harbour.
Alanya Castle is a medieval fortress on a rocky peninsula overlooking the Mediterranean. The walls were built during the Seljuk period. You can explore the inner castle, old houses, and cisterns. A cable car from the harbour makes the climb easier. The site offers panoramic views of the coastline and the Red Tower below.
“Walk along Seljuk-era walls with a view of the entire Alanya coast.”
Local tip
If you're fit, walk down through the old quarter instead of taking the cable car; you'll see simpler daily life.
Accessibility
Steep paths and stairs; not suitable for wheelchairs except for limited areas near the cable car station.
Good to know
- Is Alanya Castle free to visit?
- TL 340. Seljuk walls on the peninsula; cable car optional from the harbour.
- How long should you spend at Alanya Castle?
- ~2h
- When is the best time to visit Alanya Castle?
- Morning
- Is Alanya Castle wheelchair accessible?
- Steep paths and stairs; not suitable for wheelchairs except for limited areas near the cable car station.
