Hadrian's Gate
A Roman triumphal arch from 130 AD, marking the entrance to the old city. Now a free landmark you can walk right through.
Hadrian's Gate, also known as Üçkapılar, was built in 130 AD to honor the Roman emperor Hadrian's visit to Attaleia (modern-day Antalya). It is a three-arched marble gate that once served as the main entrance to the walled city. The gate has survived remarkably intact, with its Corinthian columns and decorative friezes still visible. Originally, the lower part was part of the city walls, and the upper part was added later in the Seljuk period. Today it stands surrounded by modern shops and cafes, and cars pass through the central arch — so you need to be careful when taking photos. It’s one of the few remaining Roman gates in Turkey that is still in active use as a passageway. The gate is best appreciated from the Kaleiçi side, where you can see the original stonework and imagine entering the ancient city. Free and open at all times.
“Walk through a 1,900-year-old gate that still connects two parts of the city.”
Cross to the Kaleiçi side (away from the road) for the best view and fewer cars in your photos.
The gate is at street level but you need to cross a busy road to reach it from the opposite side. No steps on the gate itself.
Good to know
- Is Hadrian's Gate free to visit?
- Free. Free; on a busy road — cross carefully for photos.
- How long should you spend at Hadrian's Gate?
- ~30 min
- When is the best time to visit Hadrian's Gate?
- Morning
- Is Hadrian's Gate wheelchair accessible?
- The gate is at street level but you need to cross a busy road to reach it from the opposite side. No steps on the gate itself.
