Antalya Archaeology Museum: Discover 5,000 Years of History
Closed for rebuilding since July 2025; a new museum is going up on the same site
The Antalya Archaeology Museum is one of the finest museums in Turkey. It tells the story of the region from prehistoric times to the Ottoman period, but its stars are the Roman marble statues and sarcophagi from the nearby ancient city of Perge, including the famous Hall of the Gods and the ‘Weary Herakles’ statue, whose upper half was returned to Turkey in 2011.
The museum is closed: it shut to visitors on 16 July 2025, the old building has been demolished, and a new museum is being built on the same site. The collection, including the Weary Herakles, is in storage. Check for reopening news before you plan a visit.
Highlights
- The Hall of the Gods: life-size marble statues of Zeus, Aphrodite, Apollo and other gods from Perge.
- Roman sarcophagi: richly carved marble tombs, among the best in the world.
- Weary Herakles: the statue reunited after its upper half came back from the United States.
- Coins, mosaics and everyday objects from the region’s ancient cities.
Tips
- When it reopens: allow about two hours for the main halls.
- Getting there: the site is at the east end of Konyaaltı Beach.
- Until then: visit Perge itself, where many of the museum’s finest statues were found.
What’s nearby
Walk down to Konyaaltı Beach, take a bus or taxi to Kaleiçi, or join a tour to Perge and Aspendos.
Antalya Archaeology Museum: frequently asked questions
Is the Antalya Museum worth visiting?
It is closed for rebuilding (since 16 July 2025), so check for reopening news before you plan a visit. Its Roman statues and sarcophagi from Perge are among the finest in Turkey.
How long do you need at the Antalya Museum?
The museum is closed for rebuilding. When the new museum opens, allow about two hours.
Is the Museum Pass valid at the Antalya Museum?
Not at the moment: the museum is closed for rebuilding, so the pass cannot be used here until the new museum opens.
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