Celsus Library Tours

Ancient ruins with columns and arches, featuring intricate carvings and inscriptions.
Ancient ruins with columns and arches under a clear sky.
Ancient ruins with columns and arches under a cloudy sky.
Ancient ruins with columns and a partially intact building, surrounded by trees and a mountainous backdrop.
Woman in front of Ruins of Celsus Library
There's much we can learn about the past from observing old ruins. Venture back through history and ponder days gone by at Celsus Library.

You'll find this once-important structure in Selçuk. Once you've explored everything you want to at Celsus Library, check out nearby Ephesus Ruins, Aqua Fantasy Aquapark, and Adaland Aquapark.

Things to do

FOR CRUISERS: Private Ephesus Ancient City & Ephesus Museum Tour

FOR CRUISERS: Private Ephesus Ancient City & Ephesus Museum Tour

$45
per adult
FOR CRUISERS: Private Ephesus Ancient City & Ephesus Museum Tour
Private Tour : Biblical Ephesus Tour for Cruisers from Kusadasi

Private Tour : Biblical Ephesus Tour for Cruisers from Kusadasi ( Ephesus ) Port

$39
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Private Tour : Biblical Ephesus Tour for Cruisers from Kusadasi ( Ephesus ) Port
ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus & The House of Mary & Turkish LUNCH

ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus & The House of Mary & Turkish LUNCH

$127
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus & The House of Mary & Turkish LUNCH
Ephesus Small Group - Semi Private Shore Excursion

Ephesus Small Group - Semi Private Shore Excursion

$27
per adult
Ephesus Small Group - Semi Private Shore Excursion
Turkish Bath

Kusadasi Traditional Turkish Bath Hamam Experience

$47
per adult
Kusadasi Traditional Turkish Bath Hamam Experience
Ephesus

For Cruise Guests : Best Seller Ephesus Private Tour / Kusadasi Tours

$39
per adult
For Cruise Guests : Best Seller Ephesus Private Tour / Kusadasi Tours
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Orty Airport Hotel

Orty Airport Hotel

4 out of 5
Gaziemir
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Price was $666, price is now $401 per person
$401
per person
Jul 22 - Jul 26
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Beirut (BEY) to Izmir (ADB)
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Very nice shuttle service.

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026

Svalinn Hotel

Svalinn Hotel

4 out of 5
Gaziemir
Price was $647, price is now $468 per person
$468
per person
Jul 22 - Jul 26
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Beirut (BEY) to Izmir (ADB)
9/10 Wonderful! (663 reviews)
Very good clean hotel and lovely staff

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2026

Wyndham Grand Izmir Ozdilek Thermal & Spa

Wyndham Grand Izmir Ozdilek Thermal & Spa

5 out of 5
Balcova
Price was $663, price is now $508 per person
$508
per person
Jul 22 - Jul 26
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Beirut (BEY) to Izmir (ADB)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
Geothermal pool was a welcome addition. Breakfasts has many choices and food wad goo. Very classy. I would have preferred being closer to Izmir city, but transportation in and out of town was reasonable. Staff were very helpful with requests

Reviewed on May 26, 2026

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ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus & The House of Mary & Turkish LUNCH

ALL INCLUSIVE Private Ephesus & The House of Mary & Turkish LUNCH

Activity duration is 6 hours
9.8 out of 10 with 323 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was $149 and current price is $127 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Kusadasi & National Park Boat Tours with Lunch and Transfer

Kusadasi & National Park Boat Tours with Lunch and Transfer

Activity duration is 6 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 186 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $39 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Kusadasi Jeep Safari Adventure w/LUNCH from Kusadasi Hotels&PORT

Kusadasi Jeep Safari Adventure w/LUNCH from Kusadasi Hotels&PORT

Activity duration is 5 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 40 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $33 per adult
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Spa & wellness

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Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour–Calcium Terraces & Thermal Pools

Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour–Calcium Terraces & Thermal Pools

Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 41 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $75 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Ephesus Private Tour with Fascinating Sirince Village

Ephesus Private Tour with Fascinating Sirince Village

Activity duration is 16 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $228 per adult*
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Ephesus Ruins

5/5(77 reviews)

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Find out about the history of Selçuk when you spend time at Ephesus Terrace Houses. Wander the beautiful beaches in this quaint area.

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Cella Boutique Hotel & SPA

Cella Boutique Hotel & SPA

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Pikan Ephesus

Pikan Ephesus

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Hotel Cenka Ephesus

Hotel Cenka Ephesus

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Nicea Hotel

Nicea Hotel

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In Ephesus Otel and Art Galery

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Ida Efes Hotel

Ida Efes Hotel

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