1-Day Tour of Ephesus, Sirince and Kusadasi by Rental Car (Route and Tips)

The area around Kuşadası offers great opportunities for people who want to see a lot in a short time thanks to its historical and natural beauty. In particular, the day trips you can take with a rental car allow you to plan your trip freely and efficiently.

In this article, you will find a great route recommendation and travel tips for a day trip to Kuşadası – the ancient city of Ephesus – the village of Şirince.

Route overview:

Kuşadası ? Ancient city of Ephesus ? Village of Şirince ? Kuşadası

Total driving distance: ~90 km
Driving time: ~2.5 hours in total
Travel time: Ideally from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

1. Departure from Kuşadası in the morning

After picking up your car from LOCARentACar in the morning, your first stop is: Ephesus Old Town

Distance: 20 km
Duration: 25 minutes
Road conditions: Wide and flat roads, clear signage

2. The ancient city of Ephesus – A walk through history

Efes is not only one of the best-preserved ancient cities in Turkey, but also in the world. Here you can see the following:

  • Celsus Library
  • Groot Theater
  • Temple of Artemis (just outside the city)
  • Hanging Houses

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Admission fee (2025): ~700 TL (Museum card valid)

3. Lunch and relaxation: the village of Şirince

After Ephesus, a 10-minute drive away, lies a charming village nestled between the mountains: Şirince
Here:

  • Wine tasting available
  • You can eat local dishes.
  • You can walk among the stone houses.

Parking is easy, and access to the village is free. A great place to take photos.

 4. Return to Kuşadası in the evening

The return journey from Şirince to Kuşadası takes approximately 45 minutes. In the evening, you can take a stroll along the beach and conclude the day with dinner by the sea.

Route on the map (Google Maps)

Kuşadası ? Ephesus Antique City ? Şirince ? View the route from Kuşadası on the map

The advantages of travelling with a rental car

? You can follow your own schedule
? You can stop wherever you want and are flexible
? You can visit three important regions in one day without any transport problems.

?? Rent a comfortable and affordable car for this route from Kusadasi Rent a Car.

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