This comprehensive Antalya Museum Guide is your gateway to discovering the cultural soul of the Turkish Riviera. From the depths of the Mediterranean Sea to the heights of ancient Roman theaters, Antalya offers an unparalleled journey through time. Our Antalya Museum Guide ensures you have the latest 2026 information on entry fees and logistics. To experience these sites with the luxury they deserve, we recommend our premium car rental or VIP transfer services. Let Antalion handle the details while you immerse yourself in history.
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🏛️ 1. Antalya Archaeology Museum (Konyaalti)
A cornerstone of any Antalya Museum Guide, this award-winning museum houses the magnificent “Hall of Emperors.” It is a must-visit for those staying in Lara or Konyaalti resorts.
- Highlight: Statues of Roman Gods and the Dancing Woman of Perge.
- 2026 Entry Fee: 340 TL.
- Map: View on Google Maps
🤿 2. Side Underwater Museum
The first of its kind in Turkey. This unique Antalya Museum Guide entry features over 117 sculptures submerged in the turquoise waters of Side.
- Highlight: The “Whirling Dervish” and “Poseidon” sculptures underwater.
- Access: Best reached via a luxury yacht charter or diving tour.
🎭 3. Side Archaeology Museum
Located in an ancient Roman bath, this museum offers an atmosphere unlike any other. It captures the essence of the old port town of Side.
- Highlight: Ancient Hellenistic and Roman reliefs and the historical bath structure.
- 2026 Entry Fee: 150 TL.
- Map: View on Google Maps
🏖️ 4. Sandland (Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum)
Perfect for families, this open-air museum in Lara showcases massive artworks made entirely of sand and water.
- Highlight: Giant mythological figures illuminated with colorful LED lights at night.
- 2026 Entry Fee: 250 TL.
- Map: View on Google Maps
🏛️ 5. Perge Ancient City & Open-Air Museum
While an archaeological site, Perge functions as a massive open-air museum. Our Antalya Museum Guide recommends visiting early in the morning to avoid the heat.
- Highlight: The Roman Stadium, Hellenistic Gates, and the long colonnaded street.
- 2026 Entry Fee: 250 TL.
- Map: View on Google Maps
🕯️ 6. Antalya Mevlevihane (Dervish Lodge)
Discover the spiritual side of Antalya in the heart of Kaleiçi. This museum explains the profound philosophy of Rumi and the Mevlevi culture.
- Highlight: 13th-century Seljuk architecture and dervish artifacts.
- 2026 Entry Fee: Free (Donations welcome).
- Map: View on Google Maps
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