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What is the Opening Hours of Ephesus?
When planning your Ephesus tour, especially as a cruise passenger, it's important to be aware of the site's opening and closing times to effectively organize your schedule. This information is particularly beneficial for our private Ephesus tours, which offer the flexibility to customize your itinerary according to your personal preferences.
Ephesus night visits is available to visitors from June 1 to Novamber 2, 2025, on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, between 17:45 and 21:30. Entry is permitted only from the lower gate of Ephesus.
The opening and closing times for the Ancient city of Ephesus and nearby attractions for the winter period (from October 1, 2025 to April 1, 2026) are as follows;
Attraction Name |
Opening Hours |
Open Days |
|---|---|---|
| Ephesus Ancient City | 08:00-18:00 Box Office Closing Time: 17:30 | Open Everyday |
| Ephesus Ancient City (Night Visits) | 17:45-21:30 Box Office Closing Time: 21:00 (Lowergate Access Only) Available Until: November 2 | Wednesdays to Saturdays |
| Terrace Houses in Ephesus | 09:00-17:00 Box Office Closing Time: 16:30 | Open Everyday |
| Ephesus Arhaeological Museum | 08:30-17:30 Box Office Closing Time: 17:00 | Open Everyday |
| House of the Virgin Mary | 08:30-18:00 Box Office Closing Time: 17:30 | Open Everyday |
| Basilica of St. John | 08:00-18:00 Box Office Closing Time: 17:30 | Open Everyday |
| Temple of Artemis | 08:30-17:30 (Free of Charge) | Open Everyday |
| Isa Bey Mosque | 09:30-20:00 (Except During Prayer Times) | Open Everyday |
| Sirince Village | Best to visit before 17:00 as shops close then | Open 24/7 |
| Pamukkale (Hierapolis) | 08:00–18:00 | Open Everyday |
Click here to display 2025-2026, revised entrance fees for Ephesus Ancient City and nearby attractions. Click here to view the Holly Mass and Prayer times and schedule at the House of the Virgin Mary.