Kaymaklı Underground City
Kaymaklı Underground City is one of the most remarkable examples of underground life in Cappadocia, with rooms connected by narrow corridors, wine and provisions storage areas, kitchens, ventilation shafts, water wells and church sections. Certain sections of the eight-storey structure can be visited today.
HIGHLIGHTS
Why Visit Kaymaklı Underground City?
Here are the key highlights and practical information to help you plan this stop.
01Eight-storey underground settlement
02Narrow passages and defensive barrier stones
03Storage areas, kitchens, church and living units
VISIT PLAN
What to Know Before You Go
Getting ThereKaymaklı town is reached by road from central Nevşehir; the archaeological site is located in the town centre.
Route TypeNature and Cultural Tourism · Underground City
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LocationKaymaklı / Nevşehir
EXPAND YOUR ROUTECombine your visit to Kaymaklı Underground City with Göreme Open-Air Museum / Uçhisar Castle 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.
