Things to do in Denizli

Activities, attractions and tours

Amphitheatre featuring building ruins
Amphitheatre which includes building ruins
Amphitheatre which includes building ruins
Denizli
Amphitheatre featuring building ruins

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Private Tour to Pamukkale, Hierapolis Ancient City, Laodicea Ancient City

Private Tour to Pamukkale, Hierapolis Ancient City, Laodicea Ancient City

Activity duration is 16 hours
Price is €237 per adult*
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Kusadasi or Selcuk: Pamukkale Guided Group Tour

Kusadasi or Selcuk: Pamukkale Guided Group Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €85 per adult
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Pamukkale and Hierapolis Day Tour from Antalya with Lunch

Pamukkale and Hierapolis Day Tour from Antalya with Lunch

Activity duration is 12 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €80 per adult
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Pamukkale Hot-Air Balloon Tour

Pamukkale Hot-Air Balloon Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is €160 per adult
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What to do in Denizli

Popular places to visit

Pamukkale featuring a hot spring as well as a small group of people

Pamukkale Thermal Pools

Immerse yourself in the healing waters of ancient thermal springs, which are surrounded by the alien landscape of petrified waterfalls and mineral terraces.

Pamukkale Thermal Pools
Hierapolis which includes a ruin

Hierapolis

Travel back to the Roman era by wandering around the beautifully preserved ruins of a spa city, which features ancient theaters, cemeteries and temples.

Hierapolis
Hierapolis which includes a pool and a hot spring as well as a small group of people

Antique Pool

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Antique Pool during your travels in Denizli. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Antique Pool
Amphitheatre featuring building ruins

Pamukkale-Hierapolis

Explore the great outdoors at Pamukkale-Hierapolis, a lovely green space in Denizli. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Pamukkale-Hierapolis
Hierapolis Necropolis featuring building ruins

Hierapolis Necropolis

Uncover the mysteries behind ancient funeral rites in a dizzyingly vast cemetery, which offers an astonishing insight into beliefs about death.

Hierapolis Necropolis
Amphitheatre featuring building ruins

Hierapolis Theatre

You can learn about the history of Denizli when you stop by Hierapolis Theatre. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Hierapolis Theatre
Hierapolis which includes a ruin

Hierapolis Archaeology Museum

Found here and throughout the region, a huge collection of artifacts from the ancient world is displayed across several rooms of Hierapolis’ former Roman baths.

Hierapolis Archaeology Museum

Red Travertine of Karahayit

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Red Travertine of Karahayit during your travels in Karahayit. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Red Travertine of Karahayit

Cleopatra Pools

You can take time to visit Cleopatra Pools during your travels to Denizli. Amble within the natural setting or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Cleopatra Pools

Areas of Denizli

Hierapolis which includes a ruin

Pamukkale

Pamukkale is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Pamukkale Natural Park and Pamukkale Travertine Terraces.

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Merkezefendi

Merkezefendi is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Teras Park AVM and Babadağlılar Bazaar.

Merkezefendi
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Frequently asked questions

Is Denizli worth visiting?
Whether you're coming to experience the local charm and cultural attractions or try regional foods and explore the outdoors, there's no shortage of things to do in Denizli.
How do I spend a day in Denizli?
Ataturk and Ethnography Museum is an awesome place to start your holiday adventures. Be sure to explore the retail and dining options in Denizli while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Denizli?
The top tourist attraction near Denizli is Pamukkale Saraplari, so make sure to add it to your itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Denizli?
You'll have enough time to experience Pamukkale Saraplari, Denizli Ataturk Stadium and other key attractions in the area when you book a three-day trip to Denizli.
Is Denizli a walkable neighbourhood?
With central Denizli as your starting off point, several key attractions like Pamukkale Saraplari are within walking distance. If you want to walk some more, the neighbourhood of Karşıyaka is about 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Denizli with kids?
If you are after sights and activities for all of your group, check out these terrific ideas for what to do in Denizli with kids.

What to do in Denizli for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or outdoor adventurer, there are loads of things to do in Denizli for adults including Pamukkale Saraplari.
Are there free things to do in Denizli?
You won't have to search high and low for free things to do in Denizli. If you ask a local tour guide and they'll share tips for places and attractions you can visit for nothing. One of the best free options to check out is Gunaydin Sanat Galerisi.