Historical Places in Antalya: A Walk Through the Old City

You do not have to leave town to see two thousand years of history. The historical places in Antalya are concentrated in and around Kaleiçi, the walled old city above the harbour, and most of them can be seen in a single relaxed walk.

Landmarks You Can Visit on Foot

Kaleiçi: The Historic Heart

Inside the old walls, narrow streets wind past Ottoman houses with wooden bay windows and courtyards covered in bougainvillea. Many of the houses are now small hotels, cafés and galleries, but the layout of the quarter has hardly changed.

The old harbour

At the bottom of Kaleiçi, the Roman harbour now shelters fishing boats and excursion boats. It is the starting point for boat trips along the cliffs to the Düden Waterfall.

Gates, Towers and Minarets

Hadrian's Gate

The marble triple gate marks the main entrance to the old city. Look down at the worn stones in the passage, still showing the ruts of ancient cart wheels.

Yivli Minaret and Hıdırlık Tower

The fluted minaret of the Seljuk period is the most photographed silhouette in Antalya. A short walk south, Hıdırlık Tower stands on the cliff edge and is one of the best places in the city to watch the sun set over the Beydağları mountains.

Beyond the City Walls

The region around Antalya holds even more: the ancient cities of Perge, Aspendos and Side lie within an hour's drive. See our ancient cities guide, the museums in Antalya and the story of Antalya through history.

Visiting Tips

• Wear comfortable shoes; Kaleiçi streets are cobbled and steep in places.
• Visit in the morning or late afternoon in summer.
• Our Antalya city tour covers Kaleiçi with a guide and adds a boat trip.

Questions? Message us on WhatsApp or call +90 538 708 8050. Tour Trips has guided guests to the historical places in Antalya since 1996.