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Selçuk & Ephesus Airport Transfer

Gateway to ancient Ephesus.

55 km

ADB · 61 min

About Selçuk & Ephesus

Selçuk is a laid-back Aegean market town that guards the ruins of Ephesus and a cluster of the ancient world's great monuments, from the Temple of Artemis to the Basilica of St John. We drive you here door-to-door from İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport, roughly 55 km south, in under an hour.

Unhurried and authentic: a small Aegean town where farmers' markets, stork nests and tea gardens sit beside two thousand years of ruins, far calmer than the resort coast nearby.

Best season

April to June and September to October bring warm, dry days ideal for walking the open-air ruins without summer's mid-30s heat or peak crowds. Spring also brings the storks and wildflowers.

Hidden gem · Ephesus Archaeological Museum

Most visitors rush straight from Ephesus to the coast and skip this small museum in town. Inside are the finest finds from the site, including the famous many-breasted statues of Artemis and relics from St John's Basilica, all in cool, air-conditioned calm.

What Selçuk & Ephesus is famous for

Six reasons people choose Selçuk & Ephesus

The standout features that set Selçuk & Ephesus apart from every other Antalya region.

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Ephesus Ancient City

One of the best-preserved Roman cities anywhere, where the marble Celsus Library facade and the vast Great Theatre still command the valley below Selçuk.

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Temple of Artemis

Once one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Only a single re-erected column survives in the marsh, but it marks where a colossal sanctuary once stood.

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House of the Virgin Mary

A quiet stone chapel on Bülbül Mountain, believed to be where Mary spent her final years. A revered pilgrimage site for Christians and Muslims alike.

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Basilica of St John

The hilltop ruins of a great Byzantine church built over the tomb of St John the Apostle, crowning Ayasuluk Hill in the heart of town.

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Şirince Wine Village

A hill village of whitewashed Greek houses, olive groves and tasting rooms famous across Türkiye for homemade fruit wines and slow afternoons.

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Nesting Storks

Each spring, white storks build huge nests atop the old Roman aqueduct pillars and the İsa Bey Mosque minaret right in the center of Selçuk.

What to do

Things to do in Selçuk & Ephesus

A short-list our drivers and dispatchers recommend after dropping guests at their hotel.

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Walk the marble streets of Ephesus

Stroll Curetes Street past the Hadrian Temple and terrace houses to the Celsus Library, then climb into the 25,000-seat Great Theatre. Go early to beat the heat and tour groups.

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Taste fruit wines in Şirince

Wander the cobbled lanes of this hill village and sample homemade wines made from peach, pomegranate, blackberry and more, paired with local olives and cheese.

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Climb Ayasuluk Hill

Combine the Basilica of St John, the restored İsa Bey Mosque from 1375 and the Byzantine-Ottoman castle for sweeping views over Selçuk and the Ephesus plain.

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Browse the Saturday market

Join locals at Selçuk's weekly bazaar, piled with Aegean figs, olives, herbs, cheeses and textiles. One of the most genuine market days in the region.

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Cool off at Pamucak Beach

A wide, undeveloped stretch of sand on the Aegean a short drive from town, perfect for an afternoon swim after a morning among the ruins.

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Eat in a village tea garden

Settle into a shaded courtyard for gözleme, grilled meze and Aegean olive-oil dishes, washed down with çay or a glass of local wine.

Worth seeing

Must-see sights near Selçuk & Ephesus

All reachable on a half-day or full-day private Mercedes tour.

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Celsus Library

The two-storey marble facade of Ephesus is among the most photographed monuments in Türkiye, once holding thousands of scrolls and a Roman governor's tomb.

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Great Theatre of Ephesus

A colossal Hellenistic-Roman theatre carved into the hillside, seating around 25,000 and still used for the occasional concert today.

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Ayasuluk Castle

The fortress crowning the hill above Selçuk, with Byzantine, Aydinid and Ottoman walls and panoramic views over the town and ancient sites.

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İsa Bey Mosque

A graceful 1375 mosque built with stone reused from Ephesus and the Temple of Artemis, blending Seljuk and early Ottoman design at the foot of the hill.

Trip tricks

Travel tips for Selçuk & Ephesus transfers

What we tell every guest before they fly in. Save these on your phone before landing.

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Wear proper shoes

Ephesus is large, open and paved with uneven ancient marble. Comfortable closed shoes and a sun hat make the walk far more enjoyable.

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Carry water and start early

There is little shade at the ruins. Arrive at opening time, bring water, and you will dodge both the midday heat and the cruise-group rush.

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Let us link the sights

Ephesus, the Virgin Mary's House and Şirince are spread out and poorly connected by public transport. A private transfer with waiting time stitches them into one easy day.

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Combine your tickets

Ephesus, the Terrace Houses, the museum and St John's Basilica are ticketed separately. Check current options on arrival to bundle what you plan to see.

İzmir Airport (ADB) (ADB)

All transfer routes to Selçuk & Ephesus · ADB

Fixed EUR price per Eco Van (1-6 guests). Vito and Sprinter quoted on request.

Selçuk & Ephesus€43 Richmond Ephesus Resort€43 Ayasoluk Hotel & Restaurant€43 Celsus Boutique Hotel€43 Akanthus Hotel Ephesus€43 Hotel Kalehan€43 Ayasoluk Boutique Hotel€43 Hotel Bella€43 Nişanyan Hotel€45 Kırkınca Konakları€45

FAQ

Selçuk & Ephesus transfer · frequently asked

Quick answers about transfers, distance and what to expect on arrival.

How far is Selçuk from İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport?

Selçuk is about 55 km south of İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB). By private transfer the drive usually takes 50 to 60 minutes via the main highway, depending on traffic.

Is it better to take a transfer or public transport from the airport to Ephesus?

Public transport requires a connection through İzmir or a regional train and adds hours with luggage. A private door-to-door transfer drops you straight at your hotel or the Ephesus gate in under an hour.

Can a driver take me to Ephesus, the Virgin Mary's House and Şirince in one day?

Yes. These sights are close to Selçuk but not walkable from each other, so we can collect you from the airport or your hotel, wait at each stop and connect all three in a single comfortable day.

How long do I need to visit Ephesus and Selçuk?

Ephesus itself takes two to three hours at a relaxed pace. To add the museum, Şirince and the House of the Virgin Mary, plan a full day or an overnight stay in Selçuk.

Is Selçuk a good base near the Aegean coast?

Very much so. Selçuk sits beside Ephesus and Pamucak beach and is a short drive from Kuşadası and Şirince, making it an ideal calm, central base for exploring the southern İzmir region.

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