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How to Get to Perge Ancient City from Antalya

Just 18 kilometers northeast of Antalya, Perge is easily accessible by car, taxi, public transport, or organized tour. Here's everything you need to plan your journey.

18 km

from Antalya

20 min

by car

Free

parking

Transportation Options

Compare the different ways to reach Perge from Antalya

20-25 minutes

From $30/day

Rental Car / Self-Drive
The most flexible option. Drive northeast on D400 toward Aksu, then follow signs to Perge. Free parking available at the archaeological site.

Advantages:

  • Complete flexibility
  • Stop at other sites
  • Explore at your pace
  • Free parking at Perge

Considerations:

  • Need international driving permit
  • Turkish traffic can be challenging
30-40 minutes

15-20 TL (~$0.50)

Dolmus (Minibus)
Take a dolmus from Antalya Otogar (bus station) heading toward Aksu. Ask the driver to stop at the Perge turn-off. From there, it's a 2km walk to the site entrance.

Advantages:

  • Very affordable
  • Authentic local experience
  • Regular departures

Considerations:

  • Need to walk 2km from drop-off
  • Can be crowded
  • Limited AC in summer
Full day

From $45

Organized Tour
Most stress-free option. Tours typically include hotel pickup, entrance fees, and a professional guide. Many combine Perge with Aspendos and Side.

Advantages:

  • Door-to-door service
  • Expert guide included
  • No navigation needed
  • Often includes other sites

Considerations:

  • Fixed schedule
  • Less flexibility
  • Group setting

Taxi / Private Transfer

20 minutes drive | 200-300 TL (~$6-9)

  • Direct door-to-door service
  • Driver waits while you explore
  • Negotiate return trip in advance
  • Book through hotel or app

Driving Directions

Step-by-step route from Antalya city center

1

From Antalya City Center

Head northeast on D400 (Aspendos Highway) toward Serik/Manavgat direction.

2

Exit at Aksu

After approximately 15km, take the Aksu exit. You'll see brown signs indicating 'Perge'.

3

Follow Signs to Perge

Turn right and follow the local road for about 2km. The archaeological site entrance will be on your left.

4

Parking

Free parking is available directly at the site entrance. The parking lot can accommodate cars and tour buses.

GPS Coordinates: 36.9616° N, 30.8536° E

Search for "Perge Antik Kenti" in Google Maps or navigation apps

Combine with Other Sites

Make the most of your day trip from Antalya

Perge + Aspendos
+45 min travel
Combine two of Turkey's finest ancient sites. Aspendos features the best-preserved Roman theatre in the world.
Perge + Side
+1 hour travel
Visit the charming seaside town of Side with its Temple of Apollo and ancient harbor after exploring Perge.
Perge + Kursunlu Waterfalls
+15 min travel
Balance history with nature at this beautiful waterfall park, just 15 minutes from Perge.

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