Temple of Artemis (Artemision) Tours and Tickets

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

• For Cruisers: Skip-the-Lines Private Ephesus Tour and On-Time Return

• All Inclusive: Best of Ephesus Tours, Incl Skip Line Entry Tickets

• Private Ephesus Tour for Cruisers: On-Time Return and Skip-Line

• Private No Hidden Fees Ephesus, Mary's House Guided Tour/GRP OPT

• For Ship Guests: Best Seller Ephesus Private Tour and On-Time Return

There’s no fee for the Temple of Artemis in Selçuk, which consists of rubble ruins of the temple and a single column. The temple is included on guided tours of the Selçuk and Ephesus area, which offer background on ancient history. Expect to pay around US$30–40 for a half-day tour with transportation, such as a cruise shore excursion, and less for a tour starting in Selçuk.

Yes, the Temple of Artemis is worth visiting, especially if you research the site in advance. The temple was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World but was burned down more than 2,000 years ago. What remains is scattered and fragmented. Visiting on a guided tour is ideal because you will hear stories and gain an appreciation of the site that just looking at the ruins won't provide.

Per one customer who booked the For Cruisers: Skip-the-Lines Private Ephesus Tour and On-Time Return, "We had a wonderful experience with Ulas today!! He was super knowledgeable and passionate about history! This has been our favourite cruise excursion this trip. Our kids enjoyed it too! What a fantastic day at Ephesus!!! Highly recommend!"

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

There are tons of things to do when you're done visiting the Temple of Artemis. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in Selçuk:

• Ephesus

• House of the Virgin Mary

• Ephesus Terrace Houses

• Basilica of St. John

• Library of Celsus

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