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Ephesus Travel Guide: 639 reviews and 1,915 photos

Turkey Trip - Day 1

Ephesus Coliseum Interior

After breakfast back in our pension in Selcuk, we headed to Ephesus and arrived right at opening. We had the place all to ourselves...for a few minutes.

Library of Celsus

Next to Pompeii in Italy, Ephesus is one of the best-preserved classical cities, and it's guaranteed to be the highlight of your trip to the Mediterranean coast of Turkey.

Last visit to Ephesus: Oct 2003
Intro Updated Aug 3, 2004
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Reviews (14)

Getting There From Selcuk Transportation (2)

Since we had a car, we chose to drive from Selcuk. As I recall, it was a very short drive of about three or four... more travel advice

Now, Head to Selcuk Favorites (3)

Now that you have toured Ephesus, head to Selcuk and visit the town. Don't forget to stop by the Ephesus Muzesi! For... more travel advice

Mosaic Floors Things to Do (4)

Along the Street of the Curettes you will find some well-preserved mosaic floors. The Guide said that the best-preserved... more travel advice

Barim Pension in Selcuk Hotels (1)

Selcuk was our home base for this region. We stayed at the Barim Pension and paid US$16. We had a clean place to sleep... more travel advice

Off The Beaten Path (1)
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Comments (10)

Tuna_ank Apr 9, 2007 at 1:23 PM Report Abuse

I love to Celsus library. It is very nice angle for it. I noticed some details. Thank you. I wish many more good trips. Greetings from Turkey.
MM212 Jan 31, 2006 at 4:37 AM Report Abuse

AMAZING looking! I hope to make it here some day
beehive273 Apr 25, 2005 at 6:05 AM Report Abuse

Thanks for the clue on the limited toilets.. such practical info is appreciated!
royalempress Mar 25, 2005 at 6:23 PM Report Abuse

Great Ephesus Page. Darn, I wish we would have had a guide when we were there. I'm sure we would have enjoyed it more.
pabertra Jan 23, 2005 at 4:54 PM Report Abuse

Francisco~~Nice job capturing Ephesus on VT. It is an amazing place isn't it?!! Did you get to see the world's first advertisement for the brothel? Best, Paige
matcrazy1 Aug 25, 2004 at 3:52 AM Report Abuse

Beautiful page on that fascinating place! I was surpriced to find the best preserved ancient Greek cities outside... Greece, in Turkey and on the island of Sicilly, Italy.
hayward68 Aug 17, 2004 at 4:35 AM Report Abuse

Interesting page on a fascinating place. Would love to visit one day :-)
JetlagCity Aug 12, 2004 at 10:32 AM Report Abuse

Wow, what an intro pic - this places looks fantastic! Excellent tip on going where others don't go!
Geisha_Girl Aug 9, 2004 at 9:01 PM Report Abuse

I'm bustin' out the Cliffs Notes from my Art History 7a class before I make the pilgrimage to this region (and Greece!) Thanks for the **Cat Tip!** ;-))
acemj Aug 7, 2004 at 1:05 PM Report Abuse

I can see how Ephesus would become the highlight of ANY trip.