Ephesus Entrance Fees
Entrance fees for Ephesus and surrounding areas (Currently valid):
Ps: Children aged 0-8 will be admitted to Ephesus free of charge upon presentation of an ID card, passport or physical document proving their date of birth.
Ps: Guests with disabilities can enter Ephesus free of charge upon presenting their disability card. Companions of our disabled guests are subject to the normal fee.
Ephesus night museum services commenced on June 3, 2026, and will operate four nights a week. Ephesus Night Museum tours are open Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, starting at 7:00 PM.
Ephesus will not be open for night visits during concert and event periods. Therefore, Ephesus night museum visits will be canceled on June 25, 26, 27, 30 and July 2, 4, 5, and 8.
Ephesus Ancient City: €40 per person
Ps: Latest information!!! Due to a court decision made two days ago, there may be a change in the Ephesus entrance fee. The final fee will likely be determined within a month.
Ephesus Terrace Houses: €15 per person
Ephesus Archaeological Museum: €10 per person
The Basilica of Saint John: €6 per person
House of the Virgin Mary: 700 TL (approx. €14) Only credit cards are accepted.
Parking Fees: (Currently valid)
Efes Lower Gate Parking Fee:
Bus parking fee: 1000 TL (Approx. 20 Euros)
Midibus parking fee: 1000 TL (Approx. 20 Euros)
Minibus parking fee: 600 TL (Approx. 12 Euro)
Car parking fee: 150 TL (Approx. 3 Euro)
The credit cards are accepted.
Ephesus Archaeological Museum – St. John Basilica Parking Fees (for 2026)
Bus parking fee: 1500 TL (Approx. 30 Euros)
Midibus parking fee: 1000 TL (Approx. 20 Euros)
Minibus parking fee: 750 TL (Approx. 20 Euros)
Car parking fee: 200 TL (Approx. 4 Euros)
Entry times to the Ephesus Ancient City may change on special days, national holidays, and religious holidays. Please inquire for details.
Distances to Ephesus Ancient City
20 km from Kuşadası port (approximately 12.5 miles)
70 km from Izmir Airport (approximately 45 miles)
80 km from Izmir city (approximately 45 miles)
550 km from Istanbul city (approximately 345 miles)
650 km from Ankara, the capital of Turkey (approximately 405 miles)
120 km from Bodrum Airport (approximately 50 miles)
780 km from Nevsehir city in the Cappadocia region (approximately 485 miles)
