Places to Visit in Selçuk

Ayasuluk Fortress (Selçuk Castle)

Crowning the hilltop in Selçuk, Ayasuluk Fortress stands on the earliest settlement of Ephesus, with walls from the Byzantine, Aydınid and Ottoman eras.

Basilica of St. John and the Gate of Persecution

The Basilica of St. John in Selçuk, built by Emperor Justinian and his wife Theodora, is notable for its cross-shaped plan and six great domes.

Byzantine Aqueduct

Beginning east of the Basilica of St. John, Selçuk's Byzantine aqueduct survives in good condition in the town, especially around the train station.

Çamlık Open-Air Steam Locomotive Museum

The Çamlık Open-Air Steam Locomotive Museum, in Çamlık village just 7 km from Ephesus Selçuk, is a treasure trove of railway history.

Cave of the Seven Sleepers

The story of the Seven Sleepers is known as one of the most intriguing and miraculous events in the history of Christianity.

Ephesus Museum

Opened in 1964, the Ephesus Museum in Selçuk is one of Türkiye's most visited museums, home to the famous Great Artemis and Beautiful Artemis statues.

Çamlık Atatürk House

In 1937 Atatürk came to the village of Aziziye (Çamlık) by a special white-carriage train for the Aegean Maneuvers and stayed here for a day.

Belevi Mausoleum

Near the village of Belevi, this monumental tomb was carved out of a huge rock, inspired by the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders.

House of the Virgin Mary

Just 9 km from Selçuk on Mount Bülbül, the House of the Virgin Mary is an important site considered sacred by both Christians and Muslims.

İsa Bey Mosque

The İsa Bey Mosque in Selçuk was commissioned in 1375 by İsa Bey of the Aydınid dynasty and built by the architect Ali.

Mr. Carpouza Cafe

Mr. Carpouza Cafe is a café in Selçuk, housed in a historic building that originally served as a two-story hotel.

Pamucak Beach

At 11 km, Pamucak Beach is one of Türkiye's longest beaches, just 8 km from Selçuk and 6 km from Ancient Ephesus.

Sacred Way of Artemis

Starting from the Temple of Artemis in Selçuk, the Sacred Way of Artemis is one of the most important walking routes of the ancient world.

Şirince Village

Şirince Village, just 8 km east of Selçuk in Türkiye's Aegean region, is a treasure of history and nature.

Historic Train Station

Selçuk's Historic Train Station is a notable part of Türkiye's railway history, which began with the İzmir–Aydın line.

Selçuk Ephesus City Memory Center

The Selçuk Ephesus City Memory Center showcases the 8,600-year history and cultural heritage of Ephesus and Selçuk.

Dutlu Yol (Mulberry Road)

Running from central Selçuk to Pamucak Beach, Dutlu Yol (Mulberry Road), officially Dr. Sabri Yayla Boulevard, is a favorite with walkers and cyclists.

Temple of Artemis

The Temple of Artemis in Selçuk, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, was among the most impressive monuments of ancient Ephesus.

Zeytinköy Kazan Lake

Zeytinköy Kazan Lake is a popular summer spot for both local and international visitors, prized for its wonderfully refreshing water.

Ala Çeşme Fountain

Ala Çeşme, Selçuk's only free-standing fountain, is a 17th-century historic monument located east of the Karakolyanı Mosque.