Antalya with MüzeKart and MuseumPass: Ancient Cities and Museums
Who can get which card, validity periods, and included venues for visiting Antalya's museums and archaeological sites from Aspendos to Myra with MüzeKart or MuseumPass The Mediterranean.
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Which card is for whom?
Antalya is home to numerous museums and archaeological sites affiliated with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism: Aspendos, Perge, Termessos, Phaselis, Olympos, Myra, Patara, Xanthos, and Antalya Museum are just a few. You can access most of these sites with two different cards. MüzeKart is valid for one year for citizens of Türkiye. MuseumPass The Mediterranean, on the other hand, is a seven-day card designed for those wishing to explore over 40 museums and archaeological sites across Antalya, Mersin, Adana, and Denizli in a short time.
At a glance
| MüzeKart (Museum Pass) | MuseumPass The Mediterranean | |
|---|---|---|
| Who is eligible | Citizens of the Republic of Türkiye, Blue Card holders under Law No. 5203, and TRNC citizens | Sold at ticket counters and on muze.gov.tr |
| Validity | 1 year from the date of purchase | 7 days from the first museum entry |
| Entry rights | 2 entries per museum per year | 1 entry per museum |
| Coverage | Over 300 museums and archaeological sites affiliated with the Ministry | Over 40 sites across Antalya, Mersin, Adana, and Denizli |
| Where to buy | Museum ticket counters, muze.gov.tr, Türkiye'nin Müzeleri app | Museum ticket counters, muze.gov.tr (e-card) |
Card prices change from time to time; check muze.gov.tr for the current price before purchasing.
Source: muze.gov.tr and DÖSİMM frequently asked questions
Sites in Antalya accessible with MuseumPass The Mediterranean
- Alanya Castle
- Alanya Museum
- Alanya Atatürk House Museum
- Syedra Ancient City (Alanya)
- Aspendos Archaeological Site
- Perge Archaeological Site
- Termessos Archaeological Site and National Park
- Karain Cave
- Antalya Museum
- Antalya Atatürk House Museum
- Phaselis Archaeological Site
- Olympos Archaeological Site
- Arykanda Archaeological Site
- Limyra Archaeological Site
- Myra Archaeological Site
- St. Nicholas Memorial Museum
- Andriake Archaeological Site and Museum of Lycian Civilizations
- Patara Archaeological Site
- Xanthos Archaeological Site
- Simena Archaeological Site
- Elmalı Museum
- Side Museum
- Side Theatre
- Side Temple of Apollo and Athena
Museums and archaeological sites in our guide
Frequently asked questions
According to the ministry's FAQ page, Turkish citizens under 18 and aged 65 and over, visitors with disabilities, foreign children aged 8 and under, and active teachers enter free of charge. Students aged 18 and over receive a discount with a valid student ID. Please check the official page for the detailed list.
No. The card is valid for one year and allows two entries per year to the same museum. The card is personal and non-transferable.
No. Expired cards cannot be extended; a new one must be purchased.
Download the Türkiye'nin Müzeleri app and log in with your Turkish ID number (T.C. kimlik numarası); you can enter using the barcode provided by the app.
It starts upon your first museum entry, not at the time of purchase, and is valid for seven days. It allows one entry per museum.
The cards are valid at museums and archaeological sites affiliated with the Ministry of Culture and Tourism. They are not valid at private museums and private attractions. A few sites across Türkiye are also exceptions; they are listed on the MüzeKart product page.
Sources
- MüzeKart product page · muze.gov.tr (official)
- MüzeKart frequently asked questions · DÖSİMM, Ministry of Culture and Tourism (official)
- MuseumPass The Mediterranean E-Card · muze.gov.tr (official)
- MuseumPass The Mediterranean list of valid venues · muze.gov.tr (official PDF)
- A new era begins for museum cards · NTV, 1 October 2026 (news)
Information verified as of 27 October 2026. Times, fares and routes may change; check official sources before you travel.
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