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.
Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) entrance fee and opening hours (2026)
| 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 |
Prices are for the 2026 season; check current rates at the ticket office or on muze.gov.tr.
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How do I get to Red Tower (Kızıl Kule)?
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.
Distances and driving times to Red Tower (Kızıl Kule)
| From Antalya Airport (AYT) | 128 km · about 1 h 43 min by car |
|---|---|
| From Side | 67 km · about 53 min by car |
| From Manavgat | 62 km · about 48 min by car |
| From Alanya | 2 km · about 4 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 Red Tower (Kızıl Kule)
- 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.
Where is Red Tower (Kızıl Kule)?
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Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) — 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.
How far is Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) from Side?
Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) is 67 km from Side by road — about 53 min by car without stops.
How far is Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) from Antalya Airport?
Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) is 128 km from Antalya Airport (AYT) by road — about 1 h 43 min by car without stops.
