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Winged goddess nike at ephesus, kusadasi, turkey
Winged goddess nike at ephesus, kusadasi, turkey

Discover Kusadasi, Turkey

Ancient Ruins. Turkish Bazaars.

Take a journey into the past in richly historic Ephesus. Once an ancient Greek city, Kusadasi was known for the famed Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Built, destroyed, and rebuilt again through several notably historical periods, Ephesus boasts abounding ruins and archaeological excavation sites. View what remains of the Roman Library of Celsus, the Gate of Augustus, the Tomb of John the Apostle, and the Basilica of St. John, among several other ancient remnants.

Exciting Shore Excursions

Immerse yourself in authentic experiences with our Shore Excursions, expertly guided by locals.

Snapshots of Kusadasi

A visual preview of the amazing sites that await you.

Sirince village, Izmir Province, Turkey Sirince village.
Ruins of the Arcadian Way leading to ancient Ephesus, a chief city of the Roman Empire in modern-day Turkey and a site of one of the seven churches of Revelation Ruins of the Arcadian Way.
Fountain of Trajan, ancient Ephesus, Turkey Fountain of Trajan.
The House of the Virgin Mary (Meryemana), believed to be the last residence of Mary, mother of Jesus The House of the Virgin Mary.
Ephesus terrace houses the famous , A.D. 1 Ephesus terrace houses.

Travel Tips & Interesting Info

Uncover Hidden Gems & Fun Facts

A figurine in The House of the Virgin Mary (Meryemana) Church, b

Famous For

Associated with the ministries of Paul, Timothy and the apostle John, the city played a significant role in the spread of early Christianity.

Istanbul, Turkey - July 22,2023: A plate of seafood at a restaurant in the harbour of Kusadasi Turkey

Exquisite Flavors

Be sure to try succulent Kusadasi seafood, vibrant mezes, and sweet baklava. Street markets offer juicy figs and olives, a true taste of local life.

Pigeon Island with "Pirate castle". Kusadasi harbor, Aegean coast of Turkey.

Fun Facts

Kusadasi's 22 miles of clear coastline are replete with sand beaches including Pigeon Island and National park.

Port Name & Location

The Port of Kusadasi
Ship will DOCK at this port.

Language

The local language is Turkish. Say "hello" in Turkisy: "merhaba."

Time Zone

EET (Eastern European Time)
UTC/GMT +2 hours

Currency & Shopping

Turkish Lira (TRY)
Native crafts, jewellery and leather goods.

Featured Kusadasi Itineraries

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Two hikers at viewpoint in the mountains enjoying beautiful view of the valley with a lake and sunny warm weather in summer, green trees around

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