The Terrace Houses of Ephesus (Yamaç Evleri) are luxury Roman residences built into the slopes of Bulbul Mountain. Discover frescoes, mosaics, marble halls, and underfloor heating systems that reveal how Ephesus's elite lived in antiquity. This guide covers history, architecture,...

The Library of Celsus is one of Ephesus's most iconic monuments—a Roman library and mausoleum built in the 2nd century AD. Its ornate two-storey facade, four virtue statues, and 12,000-scroll collection made it the third-largest library in the ancient world. This visitor guide co...

Ephesus Ancient City is one of the most visited archaeological sites in Turkey. Whether you arrive by cruise ship at Kusadasi port, stay in Kusadasi or Selcuk, or travel from Izmir, this guide covers all transport options—dolmus, taxi, train, bus, and organised tours—with practic...

Ephesus Ancient City is open daily year-round. Summer hours (April–October) extend until 21:30; winter hours (November–March) close at 17:00. Plan your visit with our complete opening hours guide for the main site, Terrace Houses, Ephesus Museum, and nearby attractions.

The Ephesus Archaeological Museum in Selcuk houses over 64,000 artefacts from Ephesus and surrounding sites—including the famous Artemis statues, Head of Socrates, and finds from the Terrace Houses. This visitor guide covers the museum's halls, highlights, opening hours, and how...

The Great Theatre of Ephesus is the largest ancient theatre in Anatolia, seating up to 25,000 spectators. Built into the slope of Mount Pion, it hosted plays, gladiator games, civic assemblies, and—according to the Bible—the riot against St Paul. Today it still hosts concerts. Th...

Ephesus Ancient City is one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the Mediterranean and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. From the Temple of Artemis to the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre, discover over 2,000 years of history. This guide covers highlights, history, and practi...

The Basilica of St. John was built by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century on Ayasuluk Hill in Selcuk, marking the traditional burial place of John the Apostle. One of the largest Byzantine churches ever built, it was a major pilgrimage destination. This guide covers history, arc...