Aphrodisias Ancient City
Aphrodisias, near Geyre Neighborhood in Karacasu, is an ancient city that developed in the fertile Menderes Basin and close to important marble quarries. The cult of Aphrodite, its sculptural tradition and high-quality local marble shaped the city’s fame during the Roman period. The ancient city and marble quarries were inscribed together on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 2017.
HIGHLIGHTS
Why Visit Aphrodisias Ancient City?
Here are the key highlights and practical information to help you plan this stop.
01Sanctuary of Aphrodite
02Famous marble and sculptural tradition
03UNESCO World Heritage List
VISIT PLAN
What to Know Before You Go
Getting ThereIt is within the boundaries of Geyre Neighborhood, Karacasu district.
Route TypeCultural Tourism · Archaeological Site
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LocationGeyre, Karacasu / Aydın
EXPAND YOUR ROUTECombine your visit to Aphrodisias Ancient City with Didyma Temple of Apollo / Miletus Ancient City in the same itinerary.
This guide was independently prepared for Left Lane Star Travel using information from Republic of Türkiye Ministry of Culture and Tourism – Türkiye Culture Portal. Opening hours, admission conditions and seasonal access may change; check the official source before travelling.Open Official Source ↗
Guide data last updated: 30.08.2026
Travel note: Opening hours, road conditions, fees and seasonal access may change. Check current official notices before departure.
