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Explore Ephesus from Konak, Izmir - Book Your Cultural Sightseeing Tour
Discover the highlights of Konak, Izmir with a skip-the-line visit to the remarkable Ephesus Ancient City (Ephesus Ancient City Entrance Fee payable in cash: 40 EURO) where you’ll walk the Road of Curates, stand before the Library of The Celsius and the Temple of Hadrianus, explore the Estate Agora, Commercial Agora and the Arcadia Connection of Ancient Port, admire the Traianus Fountain and the Columns of Herakles (Gate of The Mighty Hercules), and experience civic life at the Bouleterion (Odeon), Odeon, Basilica, ancient bathrooms and Scholastic Baths before taking in the sweeping view from the The Grand Theater of Ephesus; you’ll also have the opportunity to visit the Virgin Mary House (Virgin Mary House Entrance Fee payable in cash: 20 EURO) and finish with traditional shopping for jewelry, leather and ceramics so you can bring a piece of the region home.
About this activity in Konak
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Highlights
- Explore the remarkable ruins of Ephesus on a guided tour from Konak, Izmir, including the Library of Celsus, the Grand Theatre and the Temple of Hadrianus.
- Wander along the ancient Curetes Street and see iconic sites such as the Odeon, Bouleterion and Trajan’s Fountain for rich Roman-era photo opportunities.
- Skip-the-line entry is pre-purchased so you save time at the entrance and spend more of your day discovering the archaeological park.
- Combine history with local culture: enjoy a traditional lunch and browse curated shops offering jewelry, leather and ceramics from the region.
Important Information
- Entrance fees for the Ephesus Ancient City (40 EUR) and the Virgin Mary House (20 EUR) must be paid in cash on the day.
- Transport, a guided tour and lunch are included; drinks and personal expenses are not included.
- The tour is suitable for all fitness levels and families; infants may sit on an adult’s lap or travel in a pram, and group tour end times may vary.
- If you’re arriving by cruise, provide ship name and docking/disembarkation times at booking; transfers take about 1 hour depending on traffic.
Meeting Point
Meet at the pre-confirmed pickup location in Konak, Izmir (details provided after booking). Cruise passengers should share docking and re-boarding times when reserving. Be ready for pickup at the scheduled time to ensure timely transfers to Ephesus.
Includes
- Transport to and from key meeting points is included for your tour in Konak, Izmir
- Lunch is provided during the experience so you can relax and focus on the sights
- A professional tour guide accompanies the group to enhance your visit and local insights
Excludes
- Drinks are not included - plan to buy beverages as needed
- Personal expenses are not covered during the tour
- Entry fee for the ancient city of Ephesus is not included
- Entry fee for the Virgin Mary House is not included
Other
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- The activity is suitable for all physical fitness levels, making it family-friendly and accessible
- Ephesus ancient city entrance fee must be paid in cash: 40 euro
- Virgin Mary House entrance fee must be paid in cash: 20 euro
- You will see the Temple of Artemis from a panoramic viewpoint during the visit
- Because this is a group tour, end times may vary; if you have onward travel plans, please contact us in advance
- If there is not a sufficient majority in languages other than English, the tour will operate in English
- Cruise ship passengers must provide ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time at booking
- Transfer durations are approximately 1 hour; exact time depends on time of day and traffic conditions
- If you have an evening flight on the same day, inform us beforehand and select a flight departing after 8:00 pm
Customer Reviews
9/10
Based on 10 Reviews
Summary:
Alperen (Alpi) was fantastic! His energy and passion for history made the tour both fun and informative. The schedule was well-balanced — we saw everything without feeling rushed. The driver was great, the food was tasty, and his restaurant tips in Izmir were spot on. Highly recommended!
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Summary:
This trip to Ephesus was an excellent experience. The guide, Mr. Emran was very nice, a knowledgeable person. As per the plan, they picked up us from the Izmir airport and also dropped there well within the timelines.
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Summary:
Erman led the group around the city of Ephesus and it was a great experience. He was knowledgeable about the history and fluent in both English and Spanish, which is very surprising. The site was wonderful and the group has plenty of time to take pictures and take in the view. The tour is also quite flexible on where you want to stay and for how long. Overall, it was a great experience and really recommend for people who don't have transportation to commute from Izmir city to the site.
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You’ll tour the amazing antique site of Ephesus and see Estate Agora, Odeon, Road of Curates, The Gate of Magnesia, Basilica, Bouleterion (Odeon), Columns of Herakles, Traianus Fountain, Temple of Hadrianus, ancient bathrooms, Scholastic Baths, Library of Celsus, Arcadia Connection of Ancient Port, Commercial Agora and the Grand Theater of Ephesus.
You will not wait at the line because a skip-the-line ticket is pre-purchased as part of the tour, allowing faster access to the ancient site.
At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time so transfers and timing can be coordinated.
No. The Ephesus Ancient City entrance fee (40 EUR) and the Virgin Mary House entrance fee (20 EUR) must be paid in cash on the day of the tour.
Yes. The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels and families; infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller and infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap.
Yes. After touring the vestiges of one of the most surprising ancient cities in the Eastern Mediterranean, you’ll have traditional shopping opportunities for jewelry, leather and ceramics.
