Historic site
Hierapolis
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Hierapolis was a thriving Greco-Roman city built atop the Pamukkale hot springs, revered for their therapeutic properties. Today, visitors can explore well-preserved ruins including a massive theater with intricate reliefs, the remains of a Roman bath (now a museum), and one of the largest ancient cemeteries in Anatolia, with thousands of sarcophagi. The site offers a fascinating glimpse into ancient urban life and bathing culture, set against the stunning backdrop of the white terraces.
Don't miss
- Climb the grand theater's seating for a view of the stage and the distant mountains.
- Stroll through the necropolis, where elaborate tombs and sarcophagi line ancient roads.
- Visit the Hierapolis Archaeology Museum, housed in the former Roman bath, to see statues and artifacts.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Hierapolis
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inAntalya / Belek : Guided Pamukkale Day Trip & Hierapolis w/ Lunch4.7★ · 44 travelers14–16 hoursFree cancellationFrom$20 per personSee dates →
Best full dayPamukkale Hierapolis and Cleopatra's Pool Tour with lunch from Antalya4.8★ · 2,552 travelers~12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$81 per personSee dates →
Top ratedPamukkale and Hierapolis Day Tour from Antalya with Lunch4.9★ · 206 travelers11–12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$46 per personSee dates →More attractions in Pamukkale