Perge Ancient City Antalya — Entrance Fee & Guide 2026
Vast Greco-Roman city: colonnaded streets, stadium, baths and a monumental gate — a walk through 2,000 years.
Perge Ancient City: entrance fee €11 (foreign visitor rate), opening hours 08:00–17:00 (ticket office closes 16:30). Suggested time: 2–3 hours. Best time to visit: 08:00–10:00, before the heat. According to the Ministry of Culture, the ancient theatre is temporarily closed until its restoration is finished.
Perge was the capital of ancient Pamphylia, and it is vast: a 12,000-seat stadium, a grand colonnaded avenue, Hellenistic gate towers, an agora and Roman baths survive so completely that the street plan still reads at a glance. Saint Paul is believed to have preached one of his first sermons here.
Shade is scarce, and the water channel running down the middle of the colonnaded street shows off Perge's sophisticated urban engineering. Most statues found here belong to the Antalya Museum, which is closed until its new building opens (planned opening: 2027).
Perge Ancient City entrance fee and opening hours (2026)
| Entrance fee | €11 (foreign visitor rate) |
|---|---|
| Opening hours | 08:00–17:00 (ticket office closes 16:30) |
| Suggested time | 2–3 hours |
| Best time to visit | 08:00–10:00, before the heat |
Fees for foreign visitors are from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism fee list; opening hours from muze.gov.tr. Check again shortly before your visit.
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How do I get to Perge Ancient City?
Perge lies 18 km from central Antalya; from the Aksu stop of the AntRay tram it is a 2 km taxi ride or walk. By car, follow the Aksu turn-off from the D400; it is about 40 minutes from Side.
Distances and driving times to Perge Ancient City
| From Antalya Airport (AYT) | 10 km · about 16 min by car |
|---|---|
| From Side | 60 km · about 52 min by car |
| From Manavgat | 60 km · about 49 min by car |
| From Alanya | 121 km · about 1 h 32 min by car |
Road distances and driving times calculated on the OpenStreetMap road network (OSRM), without traffic or stops. Compare all attractions →
Tips for visiting Perge Ancient City
- In summer, come as early as possible — there is almost no shade.
- Bring water and a hat; the visit runs well over 2 hours.
- The original statues are in the Antalya Museum, closed until its new building opens.
Where is Perge Ancient City?
Perge Ancient City — frequently asked questions
How long does Perge take?
A full circuit of the stadium, theatre area, colonnaded street and agora takes 2–3 hours; a shorter visit is possible in about 1.5.
How much is the Perge ticket?
Foreign visitor admission is €11; Museum Pass Türkiye is valid — check muze.gov.tr for current prices.
Can I see Perge and Aspendos on the same day?
Yes — the two sites are 30 minutes apart by car; Perge in the morning and Aspendos in the afternoon is the classic combination.
How far is Perge Ancient City from Side?
Perge Ancient City is 60 km from Side by road — about 52 min by car without stops.
How far is Perge Ancient City from Antalya Airport?
Perge Ancient City is 10 km from Antalya Airport (AYT) by road — about 16 min by car without stops.
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