The Temple of Artemis in short
The Artemision, the Temple of Artemis, counts among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Do not expect a complete temple. What you see today are remains of the temple at Selçuk and one column that stands above them. It is a short stop and works best as part of a longer day.
The site lies outside the paid grounds of Ephesus and is free to visit. There is no fixed opening schedule, so check the current situation before you make a special trip. For the ancient city itself, see our page on Ephesus tickets, or compare Ephesus tours that stop in Selçuk.
What you will see
Set expectations first, and the stop is rewarding.
One column
The column you see was set up in 1973 for experimental purposes, built from drums that came from several different columns. It is not the last column standing since antiquity, so treat it as a marker of where the temple was.
Temple remains
Around the column you see what is left of the temple. Read the signs and look at the scale of the ground rather than at the height of any walls.
The town behind
The town of Selçuk lies right behind the site. That makes the place good for a short photo stop between other sights.
Our pick: Ephesus with the Temple of Artemis
This tour adds the site of the Temple of Artemis to the ancient city.
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Where the temple fits in your day
The Temple of Artemis is a short stop. Pair it with other sights in Selçuk.
| Stop | Ticket (2026) | Winter hours (1 October 2026 to 1 April 2027) |
|---|---|---|
| Temple of Artemis | Free | Check the current opening times |
| Ephesus Museum, Selçuk | €10 for foreign adults | 8:30–17:30, ticket office until 17:00 |
| Ayasuluk and St. John site | €6 for foreign adults | 8:00–18:00, ticket office until 17:30 |
| Ayasuluk castle | – | 9:00–16:30, ticket office until 16:00 |
| Ephesus ancient city | €40, Terrace Houses €15 extra | 8:00–18:00, ticket office until 17:30 |
For most visitors, the best combination is the temple site first, then the Ephesus Museum, where the Artemis statues are on show, and the ancient city in the afternoon or the next morning. Note that the castle and the basilica close at different times.
Why the museum matters
Because so little stands at the temple, the museum carries much of the story. Its collection includes statues of Artemis, depictions of Eros, Priapus and Isis, and a head of Socrates. Seeing the statues first gives the field a meaning when you stand in it.
The museum is in Selçuk and is not the digital experience museum inside the ancient city grounds. They are separate visits with separate tickets, and the ticket for the ancient city includes the digital one.
Practical tips
- Timing: Come in the morning or late afternoon in summer. A shaded visit cannot be promised, and July and August highs in the region average about 33 °C.
- Footing: Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the remains.
- Respect the site: It is a protected archaeological area. Stay on the paths, and do not take stones or fragments away.
- Pairing with Ephesus: The ancient city has a separate route, described on our self-guided tour page. The two sites together fill a day.
- Learning more: The history of Ephesus explains how the city and its temple fit together.
Temple of Artemis: frequently asked questions
Is the Temple of Artemis worth visiting?
Yes, as a short stop. It is one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, but only low remains and one column are left. It works best with the museum and Ephesus.
Is there an entrance fee?
The site is free to visit, because it lies outside the paid Ephesus grounds. Check the current situation on arrival.
What are the opening hours?
The field has no fixed opening schedule. Check the current times before you make a special trip.
Is the column original?
No, not as a standing column. It was raised in 1973 from drums of different columns for experimental purposes.
How far is it from Ephesus?
The temple is in Selçuk and the ancient city is a separate visit, so plan transport between them. See getting to Ephesus for the options.
Is this the official site of the Temple of Artemis?
No. It is an independent travel guide with no link to the municipality, the ministry or any museum.