Kaunos Ancient City

Kaunos is one of the important ancient cities of the Carian–Lycian borderlands, located west of the Dalyan River and featuring rock-cut tombs, a theater, a bathhouse, a basilica and an ancient harbor area. The city’s rock tombs form a striking landmark visible even from Dalyan.

MuğlaAegeanArchaeological Site

HIGHLIGHTS

Why Visit Kaunos Ancient City?

Here are the key highlights and practical information to help you plan this stop.

01Monumental tombs carved into the rocks

02Ruins of a theater, bathhouse and basilica

03Dalyan canal and ancient harbor landscape

VISIT PLAN

What to Know Before You Go

↗Getting ThereIt can be reached by boat from Dalyan or by road via Çandır.

◎Route TypeCultural Tourism · Archaeological Site

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LocationDalyan / Muğla

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EXPAND YOUR ROUTECombine your visit to Kaunos Ancient City with Bodrum Castle / Ölüdeniz 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.

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