Alanya
What you need to know before you go
Alanya stretches out along the crystalline waters of Turkey’s southern coast. Pay a visit to the beautiful Alanya Castle, a 13th-century structure in Seljuk architectural style situated high up on a rocky crag overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
With a warm Mediterranean climate that boasts 300 days of sunshine year-round, Alanya is a hotspot for beach lovers. Soak up some rays on the golden sands of Damlatas Beach, where you can also enjoy a spot of snorkelling, or cool down in the nearby Damlatas Caves.
What to see & do in Alanya
Featured stories & fun stuff10 Best Things to Do in Alanya
Alanya’s broad sandy beaches have seen the town on the Turkish Riviera expand from a modest resort into the popular summer playground it is today. With a large expat community drawn by the 300 or so days of sunshine each...5 Best Beaches in Alanya
Beach lovers visiting Alanya will love the golden sandy beaches and blue seas of this resort town, which lies on the southern coast of Turkey. Part of the Turkish Riviera, Alanya draws millions of visitors each year mainly for its...
Where to shop & what to buy in Alanya
5 Best Places to Go Shopping in Alanya
Alanya has become one of Turkey’s most prized beach destinations and appeals to jet setters as well as shoppers with its all-inclusive resorts, seaside villas and high-end outlets. With an influx of well-heeled visitors, this has transformed Alanya into a popular retail spot along the Turkish Riviera. Many world-famous retailers have stores inside shopping malls in...
Where to go & what to do at night in Alanya
5 Best Nightlife in Alanya
Alanya’s vibrant nightlife is complemented by a boulevard near the harbour that’s dedicated to bars and clubs, aptly named Bar Street. It’s where most tourists and locals go if they’re looking for a place to dance and drink the night away. Most nightlife venues on Bar Street close at 3am, but if that’s too early, you’ll find a couple of...