Private Tour: Ephesus and St. Mary's House from Izmir with Lunch

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Ancient City of Ephesus

  The Ancient City of Ephesus is one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the Mediterranean. Once a major trade and religious center, it features remarkable structures such as the Library of Celsus, the Grand Theatre, Temple of Hadrian, and magnificent marble streets. Visitors can walk through history, exploring impressive ruins that showcase the architectural and cultural achievements of the Roman and Hellenistic periods. This tour offers a fascinating glimpse into life in one of the ancient world’s most important cities.

  2 hours • Admission ticket included
• 2
  Efes Antik Kenti Tiyatrosu

  Visit the glorious Greco-Roman and Christian ruins of Ephesus, which is known to be Commercial, the Religious and Social Center of Antiquity, and one of the highlight of any visit to Turkey. Ephesus is probably the best combination of Greek, Roman and Byzantine civilizations. With the mythological stories and spectacular ruins you will feel the life in ancient Ephesus. See the Fountains of Trojan, Polio, the Temples of Hadrian and Domition, Private House (Brothel), the Library of Celsius, Various and Scholastic Baths, Bouloterion and the Great Theatre with capacity of 24,000 spectators. Prepare the be amazed.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 3
  The Odeion

  Odeon Antique Theatre

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Library of Celsus

  The Library of Celsus, located in the ancient city of Ephesus, is one of the most iconic Roman structures in Turkey. Built in the 2nd century AD, it once housed thousands of scrolls and served as both a library and a monumental tomb for the Roman governor Celsus. Today, its beautifully restored façade stands as a symbol of Ephesus and offers visitors a glimpse into the architectural and cultural achievements of the Roman era.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House)

  After enjoying some authentic Turkish cuisine at lunch, you will visit the House of Virgin Mary, where she spent the last days of her life. You will also visit the Archaeological Museum, Temple of Diana and St. John's Basilica where according to legend, he was buried.

  1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 6
  The Temple of Artemis

  Temple Of Artemis

  25 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
• In the event of any museum closures, an alternative similar museum will be visited

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