Pamukkale

Pamukkale

The travertine terraces known as the Cotton Castle are a mixed World Heritage site with the ruins of ancient Hierapolis

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🏛️Main Attractions

  • Travertine terraces
  • Hierapolis Ancient City
  • Cleopatra's Hot Springs
  • ancient theater
  • Necropolis
  • Hierapolis Archaeology Museum

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🏨Recommended Hotels

  • Doga Thermal Health & Spa
  • Colossae Thermal Hotel
  • Venus Suite Hotel
  • Hal-Tur Hotel
  • Melrose House Hotel
  • Hotel Pamukkale
  • Aspawa Hotel
  • Richmond Pamukkale Thermal

🍜Restaurants & Food

Mustafa's Restaurant
$$

Traditional Turkish home cooking

White Heaven Restaurant
$

Gozleme and kebabs with terrace views

Lambi's Restaurant
$$

Mixed Turkish and international cuisine

Kayas Restaurant
$

Local Denizli cuisine and mezze

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🛍️ Shopping

  • Pamukkale Village ShopsSouvenirs

    Small shops selling textiles, ceramics, travertine stone items, Turkish delights. Bargaining possible.

  • Denizli Textile OutletsTextiles

    Denizli famous for textiles. Factory outlets selling towels, bathrobes, home textiles. Much cheaper than tourist shops.

  • Hierapolis Site ShopBooks & Gifts

    Museum shop with guidebooks, postcards, replicas. Fixed prices. Good for quality souvenirs.

💡 Travel Tips

  • Stay overnight in Pamukkale village for sunrise/sunset access
  • North and South entrances available - combine ticket covers both
  • Barefoot required on travertines - bring bag for shoes
  • Visit off-season to avoid tour bus crowds (arrive early regardless)
  • Bring swimsuit for Cleopatra's Pool
  • Sunset at travertines is magical - plan accordingly
  • Many thermal spa hotels in village - good value for relaxation
  • Combine with Hierapolis - both included in 200 TRY ticket

📋Quick Info

📅Best Season

April - May, September - October

💰Daily Budget

$50-90/day

👥Popular With
Nature LoversPhotographersHistory BuffsWellness Seekers
🗓️Recommended Stay

1-2 days

🌐Timezone

UTC+3

💬Local Language

Turkish, limited English

💱Currency

TRY (Turkish Lira)

📅Pamukkale 3-Day Itinerary

Recommended plan for efficient sightseeing

Travertines & Ancient City
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Morning2h
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Travertine Terraces Walk (South Entrance)

💡 Enter early at 6:30 AM before crowds. Barefoot walking required to protect terraces. Bring towel and sunscreen.

☀️
Afternoon3h
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Hierapolis Ancient City Exploration

💡 Well-preserved Roman spa city. See theatre, necropolis, Apollo temple. Entry included with travertine ticket.

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Evening2h

Cleopatra's Antique Pool

💡 Thermal pool with submerged Roman columns. Extra fee (80 TRY). 36°C naturally carbonated water.

💡Tips

  • Stay overnight in Pamukkale village for sunrise/sunset access
  • North and South entrances available - combine ticket covers both
  • Barefoot required on travertines - bring bag for shoes
  • Visit off-season to avoid tour bus crowds (arrive early regardless)

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