Ancient Ephesus tour with pottery-making demonstration
Excursions & day trips

Ancient Ephesus tour with pottery-making demonstration

4.5/5
Excellent
Based on 37 reviews
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$94.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English, French, Dutch
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours

This experience meets the Global Sustainable Tourism Council criteria. By choosing this experience you can protect the places you love, care for the environment and support local communities.

Why you’ll love this…
  • Visit the UNESCO-listed ancient city of Ephesus on a morning tour
  • Learn about the history and society of this important Roman site
  • See the Library of Celsus, Grand Theatre and Temple of Hadrian
  • Watch a pottery-making demonstration in a local ceramics factory
  • Expert local guide with unrivalled knowledge of the city of Ephesus
What to expect

Ephesus brings the past to life. This tour combines the ancient city with a visit to a typical ceramics factory for a glimpse into traditional pottery making. First up, you'll relive the glory days of the Roman Empire as you explore the monuments of Ephesus on a guided tour. Gökhan, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘The archaeological site is so well-preserved that it's easy to imagine you are walking in the footsteps of the toga-clad crowds that gathered and chattered in the streets 2,000 years ago.'

Crammed with temples, relics and religious statues, you'll walk the marble streets as your guide explains their history. A star attraction is the Insta-perfect Library of Celsus – a feat of classical architecture that once housed the brightest scholars of the day and more than 12,000 scrolls of age-old wisdom. Strolling between the column-lined avenues, you'll peep into crumpled shops and houses en route to the Grand Theatre – a colossal amphitheatre where St Paul once preached.

We'll round things off with a visit to a ceramics factory to see how Turkish pottery is made. Marvel at the precision of the master potter – working only by eye – as he decorates and paints traditional pieces. It's one of the best places to snap up some authentic souvenirs and support local livelihoods. Gökhan adds, ‘Çini ceramics are a traditional Turkish art form. Look out for the popular tulip and carnation motifs – the tulip symbolises the unity of God, while the carnation represents nature and renewal.'

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What to remember
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
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Provider
TANTUR TURIZM SEYAHAT A.S
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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Based on 37 reviews from verified customers

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  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - July 2024

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Nous avons beaucoup apprécié la visite de la cité d'Ephèse. Le guide francophone a su rendre l'expérience intéressante malgré la forte chaleur de juil ...

  • Vanessa

    From United States of America - July 2024

    Traveled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Ephesus is amazing. Must be place to visit. TUI guide was very good, knowledgeable and friendly. The Ephesus film experience was out of this world...a ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - June 2024

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Great Tour! Esra was a v knowledgeable host. Nothing she didn't know and extremely passionate about her heritage. I would strongly recommend this Tour ...

  • Mal G

    From United States of America - June 2024

    Traveled as a couple

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Great tour guide, very knowledgeable and friendly.

  • John

    From United States of America - May 2024

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Amy

    From United States of America - May 2024

    Traveled with a group of friends

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Our tour guide for Ephesus was amazing. She was so lovely and I would definitely recommend this trip. The pottery experience was abit meh so wouldn't ...

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