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Summer (Apr-Oct): 08:00-19:00 daily. Winter (Nov-Mar): 08:30-17:00 daily. Ticket office closes 1 hour earlier. Night visits June-Nov Wed-Sat 19:00-22:30
2-3 hours for main archaeological site. Add 1 hour for Terrace Houses. Comprehensive visit with museum 4-5 hours. Walk 2-3 km on uneven surfaces
Library of Celsus (iconic facade), Great Theatre (25,000 seats), Temple of Hadrian, Curetes Street, Terrace Houses (mosaics and frescoes), Marble Street. Don't miss Archaeological Museum in Selcuk
Spring (Apr-May) and autumn (Sep-Oct) offer ideal weather with fewer crowds. Arrive early morning (8:00 AM) or late afternoon to avoid tour groups and midday heat
Recommended for first-time visitors. Guides provide historical context and point out easily missed details. Private guide 800-1500 TRY for 2-3 hours. Audio guide available at entrance for 150 TRY
Travel Tips
Useful tips for visiting Ephesus
Shade and sun protection. There is minimal shade on the site. Wear a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. White marble reflects heat intensely. Bring an umbrella for shade in summer
Water and supplies. Bring 1.5-2 liters of water per person. Limited vendors inside at high prices. Buy water and snacks in Selcuk before entering. Light snacks are permitted
Footwear. Wear sturdy closed-toe shoes with good grip. Marble streets are smooth and slippery. Avoid flip-flops and heels. Expect to walk 2-3 km on uneven surfaces
Recommended route. Enter through Upper (South) Gate and walk downhill toward Lower Gate. This covers main attractions in logical order and is easier on legs. Arrange transport pickup at Lower Gate
Combine with nearby sites. Create full-day itinerary: Ephesus (morning) > Terrace Houses > Lunch in Selcuk > Ephesus Museum > House of Virgin Mary (afternoon) > Sirince Village (wine tasting, sunset). Temple of Artemis ruins 5 min walk from Selcuk
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90 ₺~2.0 $
Dolmus Selçuk to Ephesus: 90 TRY (7 min). Summer 07:30-21:30 (every 20 min), winter 08:00-18:00 (every 30 min). Cash payment to driver.
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10 ₺~0.23 $
Base fare 10 TRY, 6.3 TRY per km. Selçuk to Ephesus trip around 200-300 TRY. Waiting 50 TRY/hour.
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location.transport.microbus | 90 ₺ ~2.0 $ | — | Dolmus Selçuk to Ephesus: 90 TRY (7 min). Summer 07:30-21:30 (every 20 min), winter 08:00-18:00 (every 30 min). Cash payment to driver. |
location.transport.taxi | 10 ₺ ~0.23 $ | Base fare 10 TRY, 6.3 TRY per km. Selçuk to Ephesus trip around 200-300 TRY. Waiting 50 TRY/hour. |
Daily Budget
Prices
Cost of food, accommodation and services
Cafes & Restaurants
Lunch
200 ₺
~200 $
Restaurant dinner
350 ₺
~350 $
Breakfast
150 ₺
~150 $
Street Food
Local dish
80 ₺
~80.0 $
Drinks
Coffee
78 ₺
~78.0 $
Beer in bar
80 ₺
~80.0 $
Local beer
50 ₺
~50.0 $
Imported beer
100 ₺
~100 $
Wine bottle
200 ₺
~200 $
Fast Food
Big Mac
240 ₺
~240 $
Groceries
Water 1.5L
25 ₺
~25.0 $
Cigarettes
85 ₺
~85.0 $
Weekly groceries
1000 ₺
~1000 $
Prices are approximate and may vary by season and area.
Accommodation
Hotels and rental prices
Hostel dorm
300 ₺ / night
~300 $
Hostel private room
600 ₺ / night
~600 $
Guesthouse
800 ₺ / night
~800 $
Hotel 2★
900 ₺ / night
~900 $
Hotel 3★
1500 ₺ / night
~1500 $
Hotel 4★
2500 ₺ / night
~2500 $
Hotel 5★
4000 ₺ / night
~4000 $
Boutique hotel
2500 ₺ / night
~2500 $
Prices are approximate. Book in advance during high season.
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Cards accepted at ticket offices and museums. Bring cash for guides, snack stalls, and dolmus
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Turkish Lira (TRY). Multiple ATMs in Selcuk town. Use bank-attached ATMs for best rates
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10%
Private guide 200-400 TRY/day. Group guide 50-100 TRY per person. Driver 100-200 TRY. Not mandatory but appreciated
