Red Tower Alanya (Kızıl Kule) — Entrance Fee & Museum 2026
Octagonal 13th-century Seljuk tower guarding Alanya harbour — symbol of the city, with a small museum.
Red Tower (Kızıl Kule): entrance fee about €2–3 (combined ticket with the shipyard available), opening hours 09:00–19:00 (summer), until 17:00 in winter. Suggested time: 45 minutes (1.5 hours with the shipyard). Best time to visit: Late afternoon — harbour light and cooler air.
The Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) is a 33-metre octagonal defence tower built in 1226 for Seljuk Sultan Alaeddin Keykubad by an architect summoned from Aleppo. Its red bricks and flawless geometry made it the symbol of Alanya — it appears on the city's crest.
Inside, five floors hold an ethnographic display, and the roof terrace surveys the harbour and castle from above. Next door, the 13th-century Seljuk shipyard (Tersane) — the only one surviving on the Mediterranean — is reached by a short waterfront walk.
Visitor Information
Prices are approximate for the 2026 season; check current rates at the ticket office or on muze.gov.tr.
Last updated: 28 July 2026
How to Get There
The tower stands at the head of Alanya harbour, an easy walk along İskele Caddesi. The path descending from the castle also ends here — combining the two makes the best route.
Tips
- Climb the 85 steps to the terrace for the best harbour view.
- Walk the waterfront boardwalk 5 minutes to the Seljuk shipyard.
- Come back after dark for a photo of the illuminated tower.
Location
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you go up the Red Tower?
Yes — five floors and the roof terrace are open to visitors via narrow stairs, with a full harbour panorama at the top.
How much is the Red Tower ticket?
Entry is about €2–3; a combined ticket lets you also visit the Seljuk shipyard next door.
Why is it called the Red Tower?
The fired red bricks of its upper sections give the tower its colour and name; the lower walls use local stone.
