Bergama Asklepion (Pergamon Asclepeion) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Bergama Asklepion. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Pergamon Tour

• Small-Group Full Day Pergamum and Asklepion Tour From Izmir

• Pergamon Tour From Izmir

• Turkey 09 Days Tour

• 4-Day Private Pilgrimage Tour to the 7 Churches of Asia Minor

Admission for the Bergama Asklepion archaeological site costs €13 for all international visitors (adult and child tickets), and you can also enter for free using a valid MuseumPass Turkiye. Children up to 8 years old can visit for free. For Turkish citizens, adult admission tickets cost 200 liras.

Yes, the Bergama Asklepion is part of the Pergamon archeological site and, as one of the ancient world's most important medical centers, it offers a glimpse into the origins of human medicine. Consider exploring the Asklepion and the Ancient City with a guide who can share important historical context that helps to bring the ruins to life.

Per one customer who booked the Pergamon Tour, "We had a very lovely and informative trip to Pergamon with Ceyla. Would highly recommend. Her background in archaeology was so helpful in understanding what we saw."

Constructed in the 4th century BCE, the Pergamon Asclepeion was a renowned health sanctuary. It offered various treatments and water rituals, determined by dream interpretation, to patients from around the Roman Empire. An earthquake in the 3rd century CE extensively damaged it. With the spread of Christianity, it transitioned to a Christian site.

Near the Pergamon Asclepeion, you can explore several attractions. The ancient city of Pergamon itself boasts significant ruins, including the Acropolis and the Red Basilica. The Bergama Archaeological Museum also offers insights into the region's rich history, while the nearby Bergama Castle provides panoramic views.

Yes, there are a variety of guided tours to the Pergamon Asclepeion, departing from Izmir and Kusadasi. The site is often included on multi-day excursions throughout Turkey. Most tours include round-trip transportation from your accommodation, admission to the site, and visits to neighboring attractions, including the Pergamon Theatre.

The Bergama Asklepion is open daily, typically from 8:30am to 5pm. Major holidays may affect these hours, including Seker Bayrami at the end of Ramadan and Kurban Bayrami (Sacrifice Feast) in the summer. The dates for these holidays change yearly, so it’s important to check the national Turkish calendar before your visit.

Named for the Greek god Asclepius, the Bergama Asklepion was an ancient healing center dating back to the 4th century BCE, where people sought physical and spiritual healing through various treatments, therapies, and rituals. It’s located in Bergama, about 70 miles (110 kilometers) north of Izmir, Turkey.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Bergama Asklepion. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in and around Izmir:

• Ephesus

• House of the Virgin Mary

• Temple of Artemis

• Ephesus Terrace Houses

• Basilica of St. John

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Izmir.