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Alanya Harbour
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Alanya Harbour

The beating heart of Alanya’s seafront, where fishing boats, tour vessels, and waterfront cafés meet under the gaze of the Red Tower and castle hill.

Entry
Free
Duration
~1h
Best time
Sunset
Setting
Outdoor
Entry note: Red Tower and castle hill above; boat trips depart for caves and beaches

Alanya Harbour is the city’s main waterfront hub, a natural bay framed by the historic Red Tower and the slopes of Alanya Castle. It’s where day-trippers hop on boats for trips to nearby caves and beaches, and where locals stroll the promenade at sunset. The quayside is lined with simple eateries and tea gardens, while the marina section holds a mix of traditional gulets and modern yachts. In the evening, the harbour lights up and becomes a relaxed gathering spot with views over the Mediterranean.

To catch a boat tour, soak up the lively local waterfront scene, and get postcard views of the Red Tower and castle.

Local tip

Skip the pricier harbour-front restaurants; walk two streets back into the bazaar area for better mezes and lower prices.

Accessibility

The promenade is flat and step-free, but some piers and boat boarding may have uneven surfaces.

Good to know

Is Alanya Harbour free to visit?
Free. Red Tower and castle hill above; boat trips depart for caves and beaches
How long should you spend at Alanya Harbour?
~1h
When is the best time to visit Alanya Harbour?
Sunset
Is Alanya Harbour wheelchair accessible?
The promenade is flat and step-free, but some piers and boat boarding may have uneven surfaces.

Alanya Red Tower

An octagonal harbour tower that has become the symbol of Alanya, even appearing on the city’s flag. A small maritime museum inside outlines the region’s seafaring past.

TL 50·45m
Alanya Red Tower
landmark

Kalkan Harbour

Kalkan’s tiny harbour is where fishing boats and gülets rub shoulders, framed by whitewashed houses climbing the cove. Stay for sunset—the rooftop restaurants here have the best vantage point in town.

60m
Kalkan Harbour
landmark