Alanya walking route: Red Tower to Alanya Castle and the

This 21.1 km evening walking route through Alanya, Turkey connects the city's bazaar district with its waterfront landmarks. The path passes through Alanya's shopping streets, the Red Tower and Alanya Castle viewpoints, the harbor area, and concludes at the Big Bazaar, showcasing the coastal city's mix of Ottoman history and modern tourist infrastructure.

Distance
21.1 km
Duration
4 h 14 min
Mode
route
Start
Atatürk Bulvarı
End
Alanya Big Bazaar (Tour End)
Stops
16
Video author
travmap
Updated

Stops on this route

  1. Atatürk Bulvarı — Main avenue traversed during the evening walk
  2. Alanya Belediyesi Kedi Parkı (Cat Park) — Park area with shaded spaces and local character
  3. Cafe Opera (Bazaar Area Start) — Starting point of the evening walking tour in the Bazaar area
  4. Hayate Hanim Caddesi East — Busy street with shops and cafés, explored early in the tour
  5. Hükümet Caddesi — Active nightlife street, stays busy after dark
  6. Bostancıpınarı Caddesi — Street leading toward many of Alanya's key attractions including the castle
  7. Alanya Castle — 13th-century fortress standing on the hill overlooking the city
  8. Red Tower (Kızıl Kule) — 13th-century tower, nearby major landmark
  9. İzzet Azakoğlu Caddesi — Local street with cultural significance, visited multiple times during the tour
  10. Alanya Yat Limanı (Harbor) — Waterfront area with artificial waterfall near the marina
  11. Rıhtım Caddesi — Waterfront promenade street with harbor views
  12. Damlataş Caddesi — Busy area with cafés, tourists, and traffic near Damlataş Cave
  13. İskele Caddesi — Street heading toward Damlataş with local food and dining options
  14. Yeni Cami (New Mosque) — Mosque across from the shady park area
  15. Damlataş Cave — Cave attraction known for its echo, mentioned as a popular tourist destination
  16. Alanya Big Bazaar (Tour End) — Bazaar area where the evening tour concludes

Useful for your trip

Transport
Bus number 4 goes from city center to Alanya Castle, runs every 30 minutes in high season. Road is steep and curvy, not walkable. Tickets usually under €2.
Transport
Cable car (Teleferik) opened in 2017 as alternative transport to castle. Links beach to castle hill with cheap tickets under €2.
Timing
Most clubs open around 10 PM and stay open until 4 AM. Bars on İzzet Azakoğlu Caddesi come alive after 9 PM. Summer nightlife is very active.
Timing
Shops in bazaar area stay open until midnight or later on summer nights. Plan evening shopping accordingly.
Save money
Alcohol prices in Turkey are among Europe's highest. Local beer costs €3-5 in bars, cocktails often over €10. Many locals drink less due to high taxes.
Save money
Street food costs under €5. Restaurant meals €10-20. One-bedroom apartment rent €300-600 monthly. Imported goods and electronics are more expensive.
Food
Try gözleme (stuffed flatbread), pide (Turkish pizza), tavuk döner (chicken), lahmacun (spicy meat pizza), and lokma (fried dough balls). Döner shops stay open late.
Tip
Jewelry shops around bazaar sell handmade or imported gold (14k, 18k, 22k). Always check hallmarks and certificates. Bargaining is common but be polite. Avoid 'too good to be true' deals.
Tip
Boat tours (3-5 hours) with swimming stops and foam parties available at harbor. Street artist on 10. Sokak offers hand-drawn portraits in 10-15 minutes for €10-20.
Timing
Mediterranean climate: July-August exceed 35°C. Sea swimmable May-November. Spring and autumn better for long walks. Rain rare in summer, comes quickly in winter.
Avoid
On crowded Damlataş Caddesi: pickpocketing is rare but watch bags. Wear good shoes—tiles get slippery when wet. Cross carefully due to traffic.
Tip
Bazaar area covers 30,000+ square meters with 600+ shops in high season. Grid of small streets sells carpets, ceramics, textiles, spices. Many vendors speak multiple languages.

Video on this route

ALANYA, Turkey - Evening Tour - 4K walking tour with captions

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