Immerse yourself in the ancient history of Ephesus on a private tour from Izmir. Explore the well-preserved classical city and visit the House of the Virgin Mary.
Immerse yourself in the ancient history of Ephesus on a private tour from Izmir. Explore the well-preserved classical city and visit the House of the Virgin Mary.
- Ancient City of Ephesus - Ephesus was the second largest city in the Roman Empire, with a population exceeding 250,000 in the 1st century BC. It was second only to Rome, making it the world’s second largest city at the time.
- The Temple of Artemis - The Temple of Artemis, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek temple dedicated to the…
- Ancient City of Ephesus - Ephesus was the second largest city in the Roman Empire, with a population exceeding 250,000 in the 1st century BC. It was second only to Rome, making it the world’s second largest city at the time.
- The Temple of Artemis - The Temple of Artemis, also known as the Temple of Diana, was a Greek temple dedicated to the goddess Artemis. Located in Ephesus, it was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
- Meryemana (The Virgin Mary’s House) - The House of the Virgin Mary is believed by many to be the place where Mary, the mother of Jesus, spent her final years.
- Isa Bey Mosque - Constructed between 1374 and 1375, the Isa Bey Mosque is one of the oldest and most remarkable examples of architectural art from the Anatolian Beyliks.
- Brothel - A peristyle house at the corner of Curetes Street and the Marble Road is identified as a brothel due to the discovery of a statue of Priapus with an oversized phallus during excavations. This statue is now exhibited in the Ephesus Museum.
The building dates back to the reign of Trajan (98-117 A.D.). It features two entrances, one from Marble Road and another from Curetes Street. The first floor has a hall, while the second floor contains several small rooms. On the west side, there is a reception area with floor mosaics symbolizing the four seasons. Adjacent to it is the house’s bath, featuring an elliptical pool. The pool’s floor mosaic depicts three women eating and drinking, a waitress standing, and a mouse and a cat nibbling crumbs.
- Arcadian Way - This street lies between the Harbour Baths and the Ephesus Great Theatre. Traders and sailors arriving from the port would first encounter this street, which was designed to be magnificent with marble slabs and colonnades. Originally constructed in the Hellenistic Period, it was restored during Emperor Arcadius’s reign (395-408 AD), from whom it derives its current name.
- Temple of Domitian - Built in a pro-style plan, the temple featured eight columns on the short side, thirteen on the long side, and four additional columns in front of the cella. On the northern side, there was a U-shaped altar, now displayed in the Izmir Museum.
During Domitian’s reign, an emperor first granted permission to build an Emperor Temple, allowing the city to become a ‘neocoros,’ a significant honor.
- Guided tour with a professional licensed guide
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off service in Izmir
- Round-trip transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary mineral water during the tour
- Guided tour with a professional licensed guide
- Convenient pick-up and drop-off service in Izmir
- Round-trip transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
- Complimentary mineral water during the tour
- Admission fees to Ephesus 40 €
- Meal & Beverages
- Personal expenses such as carpets, mosaics
- Gratuities for the tour guide and driver (optional)
- Admission fees to House of Virgin Mary 700 TRY
- Admission fees to Ephesus 40 €
- Meal & Beverages
- Personal expenses such as carpets, mosaics
- Gratuities for the tour guide and driver (optional)
- Admission fees to House of Virgin Mary 700 TRY
Discover the fascinating history and architecture of Ephesus on a private tour from Izmir port, airport, or hotel in Izmir.
After a comfortable pick-up from the port or airport, you’ll travel in a private vehicle to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved classical cities in the Aegean.
During the tour, you’ll explore the highlights of…
Discover the fascinating history and architecture of Ephesus on a private tour from Izmir port, airport, or hotel in Izmir.
After a comfortable pick-up from the port or airport, you’ll travel in a private vehicle to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the best-preserved classical cities in the Aegean.
During the tour, you’ll explore the highlights of the site, including the Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre, and the Temple of Artemis. Your knowledgeable guide will share insights into the city’s rich history and culture as you stroll through the marble streets and admire the stunning monuments.
The tour also includes a visit to the nearby House of the Virgin Mary, where it is believed that Mary spent the last years of her life.
At the end of the tour, you’ll be taken back to the port or airport, with plenty of time to catch your onward flight or cruise ship.
Stores to visit:
Carpet Weaving Village
Leather Factory
- GUARANTEED ON TIME RETURN TO THE CRUISE.
- PRIVATE TOUR ONLY FOR YOUR PARTY.
- EXCLUSIVE PERSONALIZED TOUR.
- Ephesus entrance fee is 40 €. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- House of Virgin Mary entrance fee is 700 TRY. You can pay to the guide for skip-the-line tickets.
- Personalized greeting with name at the port is an additional 3 euros per person.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
