Plan your visit to Ephesus Ancient City
April 1 - October 31
November 1 - March 31
Important: Open every day of the year (Special hours apply on first days of religious holidays)
Check opening status for national holidays
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Beat the cruise ship crowds and the intense Mediterranean heat
20:00 - 23:00
Experience the ruins under spectacular lighting in summer (April-Oct)
April-May, September-October
Ideal temperatures for walking the 2km marble streets
12:00 - 16:00
The site has very little shade; high heat and maximum crowd levels
Main path from Upper Gate to Lower Gate, Celsus Library, and Theater
Main highlights plus the Terrace Houses (highly recommended)
Detailed exploration including Terrace Houses, Odeon, and nearby Ephesus Museum in Selçuk
Walking distance is approximately 2 km on uneven marble surfaces