Ephesus guide
🇹🇷 Packing List
What to pack for Ephesus
In June, Ephesus is typically warm, light rain possible (20 to 30°C). Pick the month you travel and the list changes with it.
Ephesus essentials
- Comfortable walking clothes. Covered shoulders and knees for church and shrine visits.
Documents
- Photo ID
- Passport (valid 6+ months)
- Visa / e-visa printout
- Return / onward flight tickets
- Travel insurance policy
- Hotel booking confirmations
- Passport-size photographs (2-4)
- Photocopies / phone photos of passport and tickets, stored separately
Clothing
- Casual day outfits
- One smart-casual outfit for dinners
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Very light, breathable cotton or linen clothing
- Sunglasses
- Compact umbrella
- Undergarments and sleepwear
- Enough outfits for 7 days (6 sets)
- Sun hat
- Reusable water bottle
Toiletries & health
- Toothbrush, toothpaste, and toiletries
- Sunscreen (SPF 50+)
- Personal medication with prescription
- Basic first-aid: band-aids, painkillers, ORS
- Hand sanitiser and wet wipes
- Good standards in tourist restaurants. Bottled water only.
Electronics
- Phone and charger
- Power bank
- Camera (optional)
- Power adaptor: Type C/F plugs, 220V.
Money
- Debit / credit cards
- Local currency: Turkish Lira (TRY)
- Cards accepted most places. Cash for small vendors.
Local know-how
- Local SIM: Turkcell or Vodafone Turkey — buy at airport.
- Peak season in June: keep bags zipped and don't flash jewellery