Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary Day Tour from Izmir

Explore the marble streets of ancient Ephesus on a shared tour with an English-speaking guide. Discover the architecture and everyday life of the Roman city, from monumental buildings to the remains of public baths and marketplaces.

• Admire the ornate arch of the Temple of Hadrian
• Discover the Library of Celsus, once the third-largest library in the Roman Empire
• Visit the House of Virgin Mary, believed to be where she spent her final days

Itinerary

1. Start with shared hotel pickup from centrally located Izmir hotels between 07:30 and 07:45 for a 07:45 departure. Pickup may be early or late.
2. Explore the Temple of Hadrian, Temple of Domitian, Bouleuterion, Tombs of the Kings, Library of Celsus, Great Theatre, House of the Virgin Mary, and Temple of Artemis on a 10-hour guided tour. Entrance fees to Ephesus, the House of the Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis are included; entrance to the Terrace Houses in Ephesus is not included in the listed price.
3. Enjoy lunch at Cerithan Restaurant. The menu may change with the season and ingredient availability.
4. Return at 17:45 with the included shuttle.

What's Included

• Admission to Ephesus, the House of Virgin Mary, and the Temple of Artemis
• Round-trip transfers from centrally located properties in Izmir
• Traditional Turkish lunch with soup, seasonal salad, and grilled chicken or meatballs; vegetarian option available

Drinks and tips are not included in the listed price.

Important details

• Children ages 0–11 require an accompanying paying adult. Children ages 0–3 join free.
• Your pickup time will be confirmed in advance. Arrive in your property's lobby 15 minutes before pickup.