Ephesus Tour from Izmir Hotels

4.9
(11 reviews)

6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English and 1 more

Feel the comfort of your daily tour.
Find inner peace by praying in the holy Shrine of Mother Mary, which is one of the most important biblical sites in Turkiye.
Discover the must-see highlights of Ephesus Ancient City, such as The Great Theatre, Celsus Library, Temple of Hadrian, Roman Baths with your guide.
Imagine yourself; as an audience in the Great Theater, where St. Paul preached to the Ephesians, as a bookworm reading books in the Celsus Library, as an inhabitant walking in the Marble Streets to go shopping in the Agora.
Enjoy taking photos in the most beautiful photo spots that your guide recommends to you.
Admire the Temple of Artemis, used to be one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world.
Realize how three religions’ houses of worship came together in the same neighborhood.
Learn much more than books thanks to your knowledgeable, local & licensed tour guide.
Book it now to experience...

What's Included

Fully Air-conditioned Brand new vehicle with Separate Driver
Professional Licensed Local Tour Guide
Port / Hotel pickup and drop-off
All Taxes
All Parking fees
Entrance fees (We will arrange tickets of Ephesus in advance, so you will skip long ticket lines)
Lunch

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Free pick up from Hotels in Izmir & Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport & Izmir Cruise Port

OR
Meeting point
Selçuk

Selcuk Ephesus City Center

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 6 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Ancient City of Ephesus

    Discover one of the most popular trade cities of ancient Greek and Roman Empire. Ephesus is probably the most famous ancient site in Turkey. It was a busy trade center as a port city. Ephesus had a great influence on the ancient world. Also as an important religious center of early Christianity and one of the seven churches mentioned in the Book of Revelations. In Ephesus you will see, Celcus Library, Temple of Hadrian, the fountain of Trajan and the Theater and more.

    2 hours 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 2
    Ephesus Terrace Houses

    These are exclusive residences situated on the slopes opposite the Temple of Hadrian along Curetes Street. Commonly known as the “rich houses,” they were uncovered during recent excavations. The houses near Curetes Street feature colonnaded porticoes, while step streets connected directly to the house entrances. We will stop at Terrace Houses and explore the Houses of Rich Ephesians.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3
    Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

    The House of Virgin Mary is a Catholic and Muslim shrine located in Bülbüldağı, located in the vicinity of Ephesus. This sacred place was awarded to the visit of various popes and the Patriarchate Blessing.

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 4
    The Temple of Artemis

    Temple of Artemis, also known as the Temple of Diana. Only one or two pieces of marble remain from the temple, which is considered one of the seven wonders of the world.

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Selcuk

    Open buffet lunch in a local restaurant with traditional Turkish Food & vegetarian options in Selcuk.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Ephesus Experience Museum

    We'll visit the Ephesus Experience Museum and step into the past with cutting-edge technology that brings the ancient city to life! Through incredible projections and interactive exhibits, you'll feel what it was really like to live in Ephesus during its prime—a perfect way to put the marble ruins you just saw into stunning historical context.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Supplied by Puerto Travel Turkey

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Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Ports of Call Tours
Archaeology Tours
Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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