Kaymakli Underground City Tours and Tickets

Most people need 45 minutes to 1.5 hours to tour Kaymakli Underground City. Guided tours typically last 45 minutes to one hour. However, depending on your interest and how busy it is, you may want to stay longer, especially if your visit coincides with other tour groups.

When visiting Kaymakli Underground City, you’ll see the rooms and tunnels across four levels of the city. Exploring this ancient refuge, you’ll encounter water wells, ventilation shafts, cellars, kitchens, and many more spaces with specific purposes. You’ll also find a church within the city, identified by its layout and altar.

Yes, you’re allowed to take photos inside the Kaymakli Underground City. Because it is well-lit, it is one of the better underground cities around Cappadocia for photography. Arrive early or visit during lunch hours to go when it’s quieter and get photos with fewer people in the frame.

The climate in the Kaymakli Underground City is generally cool and humid, regardless of how hot it may be outside. Bring a sweater or light jacket so as not to get chilly. Wear comfortable and supportive footwear to make navigating the uneven floor of the tunnels easier.

Children are allowed inside the Kaymakli Underground City. However, they must be under adult supervision, as they may be curious to explore off-limits areas, including tight spaces. Elderly visitors with good mobility should have no issue visiting as long as they’re prepared to climb up and down many steps.

Yes, you can visit the Kaymakli Underground City without a tour. You can take shared taxis to the center of Kaymakli and descend into the underground city without a guide. Typically, you can hire guides on-site to show you around and provide information—helpful as very little information is provided.