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Things to see in Alanya/Antalya (Turkey): 12 places and when to go
Alanya/Antalya is a town in Turkey, and this site lists 12 places in and around it, mainly Museums and art (3), Nature (3), History (2). The best known are Alanya Castle, Red Tower and Damlataş Cave. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 31. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Turkey · 36.5428, 31.9917
- Places
- 12 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Museums and art (3) · Nature (3) · History (2) · Hot springs (2) · Temples (1) · With kids (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- AYT Antalya, 113 km as the crow flies
What to see in Alanya/Antalya
The places in and around Alanya/Antalya, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Alanya CastleCastle1.1 km
- Red Tower13th century building considered to be the symbol of Alanya, Turkey923 m
- Damlataş CaveNature280 m
- Alanya Archaeological MuseumArchaeological museum in Alanya, Turkey277 m
- Kuyularonu MosqueMosque in Alanya, Antalya, southwestern Turkey590 m
- Dim CaveNature11 km
- Kadıini CaveCave9.2 km
- Șarapsa HanCaravanserai in Alanya District12 km
- Alanya AquaparkWith kids409 m
- Atak hamamHot spring bath1.8 km
- Çemberlitaş HamamıHot spring bath400 m
- Colibrassos-Alanya trailHiking13 km
When to go to Alanya/Antalya
The best time to visit Alanya/Antalya is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:46
- FebPossible10:39
- MarPossible11:43
- AprBest time12:56
- MayBest time13:57
- JunBest time14:29
- JulPossible14:16
- AugPossible13:24
- SepBest time12:13
- OctBest time11:02
- NovPossible10:01
- DecPossible9:31
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 31. In April, 12 of the 12 places are at their best.
When to go to Turkey in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Alanya/Antalya
The nearest main airport is Antalya International Airport (AYT, Antalya), 113 km as the crow flies. How to get around Turkey (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of Turkey, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Alanya/Antalya?
The best known: Alanya Castle, Red Tower, Damlataş Cave, Alanya Archaeological Museum, Kuyularonu Mosque. In all, 12 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Alanya/Antalya?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 31.
How do you get to Alanya/Antalya?
The nearest main airport is Antalya International Airport (AYT), 113 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Alanya/Antalya as the destination and these 12 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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