Alanya Archaeological Museum

One of the most comprehensive historical resources of the city, the Alanya Archaeology Museum houses relics spanning across several of Turkey’s eras. It contains artefacts from the Hellenistic, Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman reigns. There is an outdoor museum garden and an indoor museum. The indoor sections are divided into two; Archaeology and Ethnography.

Founded in 1967, all the initial exhibits were donated by the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. The Museum Garden contains many sarcophagi and osthoteks. These are ancient coffins. There are also amphoras, which refer to the vessels used in ancient olive oil production. Inside, the archaeology section contains the statue of Heracles, an impressive 52-metre-tall sculpture. There are also ancient coins, nautical instruments, floor mosaics, and an inscription by a Roman emperor. In the ethnographic section, one can glimpse many objects ancient Turks used in their daily lives. These include jewellery, carpets, and a handwritten Koran. Alanya Archaeology Museum is located in the city centre and is easily accessible by public transport. Entry is free for those with a museum pass.