Best Turkey Ephesus Ancient City Tours
Ephesus, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in Anatolia, is one of the most visited tourist destinations in Turkey, with around 2 million annual visitors. The best places to visit in Ephesus, Turkey, include the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World; St. John's Basilica (or the House of the Virgin Mary); Roman Baths; Agora; Love House; Public Toilets and Saint John's Church. One of the most commonly asked questions is ‘How do I get from Ephesus to Pamukkale?’. It is almost a 2-hour drive between Ephesus and Pamukkale, so visiting Pamukkale and Ephesus by tour can be a better way. Because of the extremely hot summer weather, the best times to visit Ephesus are spring, autumn, and winter. Early mornings are the best times of the day to explore Ephesus and avoid crowds. Daily tours also provide travelers with the option to visit Ephesus from Istanbul via domestic flights.
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Ephesus City Tour from Kusadasi
The tour starts with your pick up from your hotel in Kusadasi. The pick up in Kusadasi starts at 08:30 am; and the pick up in Selcuk starts at 09:00 am. After all the participants of the tour meet up; the discovery of Ephesus starts with the House of Virgin Mary.
Tour Type | Group |
Departure | Scheduled |
Destinations | Ephesus, Ephesus |
Starts in | Ephesus |
Ends in | Ephesus |
Operated in | English |
Ephesus Privater Tour From Pamukkale
Professional team with Licensed Tour Guide and experienced drivers, New cars with Air Condition, punctual timings in pick up. Win in time with the quick transfer between Pamukkale and Selcuk.
Tour Type | Private |
Departure | Guaranteed |
Destinations | Pamukkale, Ephesus, Selcuk |
Starts in | Pamukkale |
Ends in | Selcuk |
Operated in | English |
Daily Ephesus & Sirince Village Tour from Izmir
Apostle Paul probably spent two and half years in Ephesus during his third missionary journey.
Tour Type | Private |
Departure | Scheduled |
Destinations | Ephesus |
Starts in | Ephesus |
Ends in | Ephesus |
Operated in | English |
Daily Ephesus & Sirince Tour from Selcuk
The Ephesus and Sirince Village Tour is a full-day tour. This tour can begin from anywhere in the Ephesus region including Kusadasi, Selcuk and even the ports for cruise customers wanting to join a shore excursion. First, you will head to Ephesus, one of the Seven Ancient Cities of the World and a highlight of any trip to Turkey. Then it's onto the Temple of Artemis and Virgin Mary House. In the afternoon, we will make our way over to Sirince Village, a beautiful hillside town famous for its grape and fruit wines. This is an easy, relaxed day - you can decide how you will spend your time at each destination and what pace you want to take it at.
Tour Type | Group & Private |
Departure | Scheduled |
Destinations | Selcuk, Ephesus, Sirince Village, Selcuk |
Starts in | Selcuk |
Ends in | Selcuk |
Operated in | English |
Daily Ephesus & Sirince Village Tour from Ayvalik
Visit Ephesus, explore the nine-millennium-old rich legacy and the wonders of the world. Relax, taste local fruit wines, and get lost in narrow, vintage streets in Sirince. Ephesus and Sirince are very special destinations worth extra attention.
Tour Type | Group & Private |
Departure | Guaranteed |
Destinations | Ephesus, Sirince Village |
Starts in | Ephesus |
Ends in | Sirince Village |
Operated in | English |
6 Days Cesme City & Cooking Tour
Cesme is located in Eagean Region, you can explore nature and beauties of city; Archeology, Arcitechture, nature and lots of things. If you would like to see something different in your life and if you like cooking or want to learn how to cook, we offer you very special itinerary to learn very good Turkish cuisines with smiley and friendly Turkish people. In this tour package you will not only have a chance to taste local foods but also you will learn how to cook them. You can also taste one of the most popular Turkish culture; This is Turkish Bath. After this experience you feel quite relaxed.
Tour Type | Group & Private |
Departure | Scheduled |
Destinations | Cesme, Ephesus, Cesme |
Starts in | Cesme |
Ends in | Cesme |
Operated in | English |
Daily Ephesus & Sirince Village Tour from Cesme
Pay a visit to one of the most remarkable artifacts of the Ephesus ruins. Stroll down Curetes Street like the city's ancient citizens did. Consider the performances on the Grand Theatre stage and the wisdom that emanates from the Celsus Library. After that, stroll through the charming cobblestone streets of Sirince and sample some of the delicious local fruit wines.
Tour Type | Private |
Departure | Scheduled |
Destinations | Ephesus |
Starts in | Ephesus |
Ends in | Ephesus |
Operated in | English |
3 Days Selcuk City Tour
Ephesus is a great city for Holidays, Cultural and Historical Tours. Ephesus was an ancient port city whose well-preserved ruins are in modern-day Turkey. The city was once considered the most important Greek city and the most important trading center in the Mediterranean region. Throughout history, Ephesus survived multiple attacks and changed hands many times between conquerors. Its natural beauties, natural richness, historical texture, lake, river and beaches are all considered to be unique all over the world. It attracts many holidaymakers from 81 provinces of Turkey and from many continents of the world especially from Europe every year. If you would like to see something different in your life and if you like cooking or want to learn how to cook, we offer you a very special itinerary to learn very good Turkish cuisines with smiley and friendly Turkish people. In this tour package, you will not only have a chance to taste local foods but also you will learn how to cook them.
Tour Type | Group & Private |
Departure | Scheduled |
Destinations | Selcuk, Ephesus, Selcuk |
Starts in | Selcuk |
Ends in | Selcuk |
Operated in | English |
4 Days Selcuk City & Cooking Tour
Ephesus is a great city for Holidays, Cultural and Historical Tours. Ephesus was an ancient port city whose well-preserved ruins are in modern-day Turkey. The city was once considered the most important Greek city and the most important trading center in the Mediterranean region. Throughout history, Ephesus survived multiple attacks and changed hands many times between conquerors. Its natural beauties, natural richness, historical texture, lake, river and beaches are all considered to be unique all over the world. It attracts many holidaymakers from 81 provinces of Turkey and from many continents of the world especially from Europe every year. If you would like to see something different in your life and if you like cooking or want to learn how to cook, we offer you a very special itinerary to learn very good Turkish cuisines with smiley and friendly Turkish people. In this tour package, you will not only have a chance to taste local foods but also you will learn how to cook them.
Tour Type | Group & Private |
Departure | Scheduled |
Destinations | Selcuk, Ephesus, Selcuk |
Starts in | Selcuk |
Ends in | Selcuk |
Operated in | English |
5 Days Selcuk City & Cooking Tour
Ephesus is a great city for Holidays, Cultural and Historical Tours. Ephesus was an ancient port city whose well-preserved ruins are in modern-day Turkey. The city was once considered the most important Greek city and the most important trading center in the Mediterranean region. Throughout history, Ephesus survived multiple attacks and changed hands many times between conquerors. Its natural beauties, natural richness, historical texture, lake, river and beaches are all considered to be unique all over the world. It attracts many holidaymakers from 81 provinces of Turkey and from many continents of the world especially from Europe every year. If you would like to see something different in your life and if you like cooking or want to learn how to cook, we offer you a very special itinerary to learn very good Turkish cuisines with smiley and friendly Turkish people. In this tour package, you will not only have a chance to taste local foods but also you will learn how to cook them.
Tour Type | Group & Private |
Departure | Scheduled |
Destinations | Selcuk, Ephesus, Selcuk |
Starts in | Selcuk |
Ends in | Selcuk |
Operated in | English |
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Top visiting sights in Ephesus
- Library of Celsus
- House of the Virgin Mary
- Ephesus Ancient Theater
- Temple of Hadrian
- Temple of Artemis
- Trajan’s Fountain
- Prytaneion
- Seven Sleepers Cave
- Heracles Gate
- Harbor Street
- Ephesus Terrace Houses
- Varius Bath
- Agora
- Temple of Domitianus
- Pollio Fountain
- Marble Street
- Vedius Gymnasium
- UNESCO Heritage St. John’s Basilica
FAQs Ephesus
What is Ephesus famous for?
What are 3 facts about the city of Ephesus?
- The Library of Celsus was erected in honor of Tiberius. It was the third-largest library after Alexandria and Pergamum and was home to a collection of 12,000-15,000 scrolls.
- Ephesus was formerly the capital of the Asia Minor region within the Roman Empire and held the distinction of being the second-largest city in the empire.
- Ephesus is home to the very first church dedicated to the Virgin Mary, also mentioned several times in the New Testament. Both the Apostle Paul and Saint John the Evangelist, along with Pope Benedict XVI, Pope Paul VI, and Pope John Paul II, visited Ephesus and the house of Mary.
Is Ephesus one of the 7 Wonders of the World?
Best Things to do in Ephesus
- Visit the Library of Celsus.
- Explore the Virgin Mary House, a pilgrimage place.
- Tour the Ephesus Ancient Theatre— ancient world’s biggest
- Explore the Seven Sleepers Cave.
- See the UNESCO Heritage St. John’s Basilica.
- Climb Ayasuluk Hill and enjoy the view.