Alanya Castle & Red Tower Guided Tour
About This Culture & History
Alanya Castle is one of Turkey's most dramatic medieval fortresses, perched on a 250-metre rocky promontory with the Mediterranean on three sides. Built by the Seljuk Sultan Alaeddin Keykubat in 1226, the castle encompasses over 6km of walls, 140 towers, cisterns, mosques and a Byzantine church. Your expert guide brings the history to life as you walk through the inner fortress and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views. The visit includes the Red Tower — the iconic octagonal symbol of Alanya — on the harbourfront below.
Itinerary
Hotel Pickup
Collection from Cleopatra Beach, Alanya centre, and Mahmutlar hotels.
Red Tower
Begin at the iconic Red Tower — entrance included. Learn the history of the Seljuk harbour defence.
Castle Gate
Drive to the castle entrance. Begin the guided walk through the fortress walls.
Inner Fortress
Explore the Byzantine church, Ottoman barracks, cisterns, and the Sultan's palace ruins.
Panoramic Viewpoint
Stand at the highest point with 360-degree views over the Mediterranean and Taurus Mountains.
Bazaar & Return
Brief walk through the castle bazaar before return transfer.
Hotel Drop-off
Return to your hotel with a deeper understanding of Alanya's rich history.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup/drop-off
- Expert English guide
- Red Tower entry
- Castle entry
- Transport
- Insurance
Not Included
- Food & drinks
- Personal items
- Tips
What to Bring
Meeting Point
Hotel pickup from Cleopatra Beach, Alanya centre, Mahmutlar, Oba.
Traveller Reviews
512 verified reviewsSarah K., Birmingham
UK · June 2026
The views from the top are absolutely mind-blowing. Guide was brilliant — full of fascinating stories. Card saved us £16.
Paul T., Leeds
UK · July 2026
Better than any castle I have seen in Europe. History, views, and architecture — all incredible. Highly recommend.
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