History
Alanya Castle
Iconic 13th-century Seljuk fortress crowning the peninsula. Panoramic sea and mountain views from 250 metres.
Top Attractions in Alanya
Eight centuries of history, legendary beaches, and dramatic natural landscapes — all within a few kilometres of each other.
Beach
Cleopatra Beach
Alanya's most famous beach — fine white sand and turquoise water, named after the Egyptian queen's legendary visit.
History
Red Tower (Kızıl Kule)
Octagonal 33-metre defensive tower built in 1226. Now a symbol of Alanya and home to a small ethnographic museum.
Nature
Damlataş Cave
A 15,000-year-old cave just steps from Cleopatra Beach. Famous for its stalactites and naturally humid, therapeutic air.
Nature
Dim Cave
Turkey's second-largest cave at 360 metres long. Stunning stalagmite formations and an underground lake.
Nature
Dim River
Scenic canyon with crystal-clear turquoise water. Popular for swimming, rafting, and riverside picnics in the shade.
Activity
Daily Boat Tours
Guided boat tours departing daily from the harbour — caves, pirate's cove, phosphorus grotto, and open-sea swimming.
Activity
Alanya Museum
A compact but rewarding collection of artefacts from the region's Bronze Age, Hellenistic, Roman, and Seljuk past.