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Alanya is a popular resort town on the Mediterranean coast — defined by a Seljuk castle on a rocky headland jutting into the sea, the Red Tower by the harbour, and the soft sand and clear water of Cleopatra Beach. Around town are seaside stalactite caves, bay cruises, and a beachfront lifestyle that buzzes both day and night.
Why stay in Alanya
A castle on the headland
Ancient Seljuk walls atop a rocky promontory, with panoramic views of the sea and both sides of the bay.
Cleopatra Beach
A Blue Flag beach with soft sand and clear water — swim and enjoy watersports right in town.
Cave cruises
Boat trips around the headland stop at Pirates Cave, Lovers Cave, and the clear bays below the castle.
A lively resort
Beachfront hotels, international restaurants, and nightlife — great for families and night owls alike.
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Local dishes to try in Alanya
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Harbourside seafood
Fresh grilled fish and prawns by the sea, with meze and a view of the castle on the headland.
📍 Harbour - 2🍌
Alanya bananas
Small, sweet, fragrant locally grown bananas — a local specialty served as desserts and smoothies.
📍 Citywide - 3🥙
Mediterranean kebab
Southern-coast-style grilled skewers with bulgur, salad, and warm bread.
📍 Town center - 4🍨
Beachfront desserts
Turkish ice cream, fruit waffles, and fresh juices to cool off on a seaside afternoon.
📍 Cleopatra Beach
- 1🏰
Alanya Castle
A 13th-century Seljuk fortress with long walls around the summit, an old village, and sea views in every direction.
📍 On the headland - 2🗼
Red Tower (Kızıl Kule)
An octagonal red-brick tower by the harbour — the symbol of Alanya and an ethnography museum.
📍 Harbour - 3🏖️
Cleopatra Beach
A Blue Flag beach with fine sand and clear water — legend says Cleopatra once swam here.
📍 West side - 4🕳️
Damlataş Cave
A stalactite cave near the beach whose humid air is believed to ease respiratory ailments.
📍 Town center - 5🛥️
Pirates Cave
A seaside cave reached by boat, with clear blue water — a popular stop on the headland cruises.
📍 By boat - 6🏛️
Seljuk Shipyard (Tersane)
An ancient five-bay Seljuk shipyard by the sea, still standing to this day.
📍 Harbour
Things to do in Alanya
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3 Alanya hotels our team picked for you
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★ 8.7LuxurySunprime C-Lounge (Adults Only)
#1 5-star · beachfront, adults-only
★ 8.6Value
★ 8.3Upper-midOba Star Hotel — Ultra All Inclusive
#2 4-star · Ultra All Inclusive with a private beach
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🚆 Getting around Alanya
Dolmuş around town
Public minibuses run along the beach and up to the castle — cheap and frequent.
Bus from Antalya
Coastal buses from Antalya to Alanya take about 2–2.5 hours, with several departures a day.
Tour boats
The harbour offers cruises around the headland and to the various caves, departing several times a day in season.
From the airport
Near Gazipaşa-Alanya Airport (GZP), about 40 km away, or fly into Antalya and continue by road.
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Who is Alanya best for?+
Great for families and couples who want an easygoing Mediterranean beach break mixed with castle visits and boat cruises — and there's nightlife for night owls too.
How do I get to Alanya from Antalya?+
Take a coastal bus (about 2–2.5 hours) or rent a car for a scenic drive along the sea. The nearest airport is Gazipaşa (GZP).
When's the best time to visit Alanya?+
May–Oct has good sun and warm water for the sea; Jul–Aug is hot and crowded, while spring and early autumn are pleasantly mild.
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