AROUND US
Places to Visit
3 KM
Ancient City of Ephesus
DirectionsOne of the best-preserved cities of the ancient world, with the Library of Celsus and the Great Theatre.
- Distance 3 KM
- Entrance Paid · Museum Pass valid
- Visit duration 2–3 hours on average
- Opening hours see the official page for up-to-date information
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Ancient City of Ephesus
One of the best-preserved cities of the ancient world. The Library of Celsus, the Great Theatre seating around 25,000, the marble-paved Curetes Street and the Temple of Hadrian are the city's landmarks. Ephesus has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 2015.
Tip: In summer, visit early in the morning or late in the afternoon; bring comfortable shoes, a hat and water. A visit takes 2–3 hours on average.
- About 5 minutes by car (3 km); there is parking at the entrances.
- About 35–40 minutes on foot.
- Our reception can help with taxis and guided tours.
400 M
Basilica of St. John
DirectionsThe basilica and castle on Ayasuluk Hill are within walking distance of our hotel.
- Distance 400 M
- Entrance Paid · Museum Pass valid
- Visit duration About 1 hour
- Nearby Ayasuluk Castle, İsa Bey Mosque
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Basilica of St. John
The remains of the cross-shaped, multi-domed basilica built in the 6th century by Emperor Justinian and Theodora over the site believed to be the tomb of St. John, on Ayasuluk Hill. Ayasuluk Castle at the summit and the view over the plain are the highlights of the visit.
Tip: Go toward sunset; the Selçuk plain and the İsa Bey Mosque look their best at this hour.
- About 5 minutes on foot from the hotel (400 m).
- Ayasuluk Castle is on the same hill; you can visit both together.
8 KM
Şirince Village
DirectionsA historic village famous for its stone houses, vineyards and fruit wines.
- Distance 8 KM
- Entrance Free
- Visit duration Half a day
- Highlights Fruit wines, village breakfast
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Şirince Village
A historic village 8 km from Selçuk, famous for its stone houses and narrow streets among vineyards and olive groves. It is known for its fruit wines, local handicrafts and village breakfast. Şirince was named among the Best Tourism Villages in the World 2023 by the UN World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
Tip: Go in the morning and have a village breakfast; on the way back, enjoy the view along the vineyard road.
- About 15 minutes by car (8 km).
- Also reachable by minibus (dolmuş) from the Selçuk bus station.
9 KM
House of the Virgin Mary
DirectionsA peaceful pilgrimage site on the slopes of Mount Bülbül, welcoming visitors from all over the world.
- Distance 9 KM
- Entrance Paid
- Dress Clothing covering shoulders and knees is recommended
- Visit duration About 1 hour
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House of the Virgin Mary
On the wooded slope of Mount Bülbül, the stone house where the Virgin Mary is believed to have spent her last years. It is an important pilgrimage site visited by both Christians and Muslims and is part of the Ephesus World Heritage site. It is known for its wishing wall and fountains believed to have healing powers.
Tip: It is on the same road as the upper gate of Ephesus; you can plan both visits for the same day.
- About 15–20 minutes by car (9 km), via the Ephesus Upper Gate road.
- Public transport is limited; a taxi or tour is recommended.
250 M
Selçuk
DirectionsA lively town center with the İsa Bey Mosque, the Temple of Artemis and its weekly market.
- Distance 250 M
- Weekly market Saturday
- Within walking distance Ephesus Museum, Temple of Artemis, İsa Bey Mosque
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Selçuk
Selçuk, where our hotel is located, is a town living within history, with the 14th-century İsa Bey Mosque, the remains of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the Ephesus Museum, which displays finds from Ephesus. Its aqueducts topped with stork nests and lively weekly market are the town's best-loved features.
- 3–5 minutes on foot from the hotel (250 m).
- The train station and bus station are within walking distance.
Places to Visit Near Ayasoluk Hotel
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