2026-2027 Opening Hours for Ephesus and Nearby Attractions
What are the Opening Hours of Ephesus?
Updated October 2026
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.
Arriving by cruise ship? See which ships are in Kusadasi Port this week and check any date in 2026–2027 to plan around the crowds.
Ephesus night visit is now available to visitors from June 3, 2026 to November 1, 2026, on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, between 19:00 and 23:00 (Box Office Closing Time: 22:00). Entry is permitted only from the lower gate of Ephesus.
Opening and closing times for the Ancient city of Ephesus and nearby attractions for the winter period (October 1, 2026 – March 31, 2027) 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) | 19:00-23:00 Box Office Closing Time: Lower Gate: 22:00 |
From Wednesdays to Saturdays |
| Terrace Houses in Ephesus | 09:00-17:00 Box Office Closing Time: 16:30 |
Open Everyday |
| Ephesus Archaeological Museum | 08:30-17:30 Box Office Closing Time: 17:00 |
Open Everyday |
| House of the Virgin Mary | 08:00-17:00 From November 1 Until October 31: 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 | 08:00-17:30 (Free of Charge) |
Open Everyday |
| Isa Bey Mosque | 09:30-20:00 Except during Prayer Times |
Open Everyday |
| Sirince Village | Shops open usually until 17:00-18:00 | Open 24/7 |
| Pamukkale (Hierapolis) | 08:00-18:00 Box Office Closing Time: 17:00 | Open Everyday |
Additionally, the updated entrance fees for Ephesus Ancient City and its nearby attractions as well as the Holy Mass and Prayer times and, schedule at the House of the Virgin Mary are also available.