Hotels near Perge Ancient City

Perge was one of the most important cities of ancient Pamphylia, and its ruins are among the most extensive in Turkey. The colonnaded street (still lined with column stumps and carved bases for 300 metres), the massive Roman baths, the 12,000-seat stadium, and the Hellenistic gate complex give a vivid sense of urban scale that many ancient sites lack. Most of the finest statues found at Perge are now in the Antalya Museum, but the site itself rewards a slow, thorough visit.

Perge is 18 km east of Antalya centre (about 20 minutes by car). Entry is TRY 200 (EUR 5.50) or covered by the Museum Pass. The site is large and mostly unshaded, so bring water, a hat, and sun protection. Allow 1.5-2 hours. The stadium, just before the main entrance, is worth a separate stop - it is one of the best-preserved in Anatolia, with rows of arched shops still visible beneath the seating. Open daily with the same hours as Aspendos.

Pro Tip: Drive to Aspendos first (further away), then stop at Perge on the way back. This avoids the midday heat at the more exposed Perge site and puts you at Aspendos before the tour buses arrive.