Temple of Artemis (Artemision) Tours and Tickets

Q: What is the history behind the Temple of Artemis?

King Croesus of Lydia built the grand Temple of Artemis around the 5th century BC as a place to worship the goddess Artemis. Though destroyed by arson in the 4th century BC, it was rebuilt, but then destroyed almost entirely by the invasion of the Goths in the 3rd century.

Q: Is the Temple of Artemis considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World?

Yes, the Temple of Artemis is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Constructed in the 6th century BC in present-day Turkey, its colossal size was twice that of the Parthenon before it fell into ruin. However, you’ll find far fewer crowds here, making it a must-visit sight for history buffs.

Q: Can you enter the site of the Temple of Artemis?

No, you cannot enter the ruins of the Temple of Artemis due to preservation efforts and safety concerns. However, you can view the archaeological site from designated areas, where you can take unobstructed photos of the few remains of this ancient wonder and learn about its historical significance.

Q: Are guided tours available for visitors to explore the Temple of Artemis?

Yes, both group and private tours are available for visitors eager to explore the Temple of Artemis. These tours offer valuable insights into the temple's history, which brings more significance to an otherwise unimpressive sight. Excursions often include transportation, lunch, and visits to neighboring attractions such as Ephesus.

Q: How long do you need to visit the Temple of Artemis?

As there is relatively little to see at the Temple of Artemis, it should take a maximum of 15 minutes to observe the archeological site’s ruins. To make your visit worthwhile, head to the nearby Ephesus Archeological Museum to see a model of the temple and a well-preserved statue of the Goddess Artemis.

Q: What other attractions are near the Temple of Artemis?

You can explore several attractions near the Temple of Artemis in Turkey. The neighboring UNESCO-listed Ephesus archaeological site, one of Turkey's top attractions, boasts ancient ruins including the Library of Celsus. Other area attractions include the House of the Virgin Mary, Isa Bey Mosque, and the village of Sirince, famous for its fruit wine.

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What are people saying about Temple of Artemis (Artemision)

FOR CRUISERS: Ephesus Ruins & Terrace Houses with ENTRY TICKETS

lzoerner, May 2026

Excellent Tour

We were picked up at the ship in a small group . Tylan was an excellent guide. There was plenty of time to see everything.

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Karen_C, May 2026

Private tour

Private tour is the only way to go on this. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and understood what we wanted to see.

Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour

Kirstin_L, Apr 2026

Great

Great customizable day to see things in turkey. Saw all the hot spots and received great info and history.

Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour

PATRICIA_W, Apr 2026

Would recommend for a quick tour of Ephesus.

Our guide was excellent. She took us everywhere and stayed at our pace. The carpet weaving demonstration was our favorite. Amazing. Lunch wasn’t bad either.

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marion_w, Nov 2025

Wonderful tour of Ephesus

Excellent tour of Ephesus. Our guide looked after us very well. Our guide Yeara made our tour interesting and enjoyable, full of interesting facts. We were picked up on time in very comfortable transport abd dropped back at cruise port again. All our party of 4 would highly recommend Yeara our guide. Date of tour 7/11/2925. Marion Wiley