Pamukkale South Gate

it was a very pleasant experience. entrance price €30, really worth the money. we arrived around 10 o'clock and it was just the beginning of everything, I liked that there were not many people. you can take your own food, there is a very cozy table where you can have a picnic under the tree

Truly a stunning experience even at winter. Arrived really early and they were a few bus tours but the landscape is surreal. Definitely there was a rise in the entrance fee to 700tl.

We entered through the south gate. The staff at the south gate in this photo Mr. Oner was so helpful and really helped us. This is a most iconic historic landmark and it was too beautiful beyond words. It is a must visit but if the day is too cold and windy it gets difficult to walk and enjoy it.

Pls check the weather is sunny and it not raining on the day you come to visit this site. Thank you to the authorities in Turkey making this side so tourist friendly and welcoming.

Parking was easy, bathrooms clean .
We took the golf cart tour -recommended

This is the main entrance.
Do not walk in from town engrave, walking on the calcium... Some are smoother but if it's anything like in the tarvines it's painful

there is a common entrance for pamukkale thermal springs and hierapolis. We paid 700 lira. There is no separate ticket for entering pamukkale blue pools, but you need to pay 200 lira for Antique pool , it has its own ticket counter inside the complex. Take your own towel. There are plenty of option to eat inside , WC are either just outside the main entrance or about 10 min walk inside the complex. Apart from fries nothing for vegetarians.

If you want to visit the Hierapolis , you need atleast 5hours. Because the place is huge and so much to see.

100% South Gate is the way to go and here’s why:

1- Mostly all the tour buses drop off at the north gate so if you start early you’ll have quite a bit of time before the crowds get to you.

2- Almost all the main attractions are on the south end of the park (The travertine pools, the museum, the antique pool, and the theater). The necropolis is the only main attraction that is closer to the north and not by much.

3- There is much more of an uphill walk from the north gate until you reach the plateau that the main city was built on. If you want much more of a work out than the north gate is for you.

Pro tips:

1-The audio tour is nice but essentially just tells you exactly what is on the informational boards around the park. The boards are only in English and Turkish but are concise, interesting, and easy to digest.

2- GET THERE EARLY!!! This is the number one attraction in Türkiye and is a mad house almost year around. Also, while the hot air balloon’s aren’t bad and kind of add to the scenery, the mini chopper tours are obnoxious and seem to start around noon.

3- If you do partake in swimming in the antique polls, which I highly recommend, ask for a free memorabilia ticket when you leave. They are beautiful and a nice keepsake for the memory box.

One of the most amazing places I’ve ever visited! Not only is it a beautiful view, but an experience too, being thrown back into the past by walking in the ruins of the present.

The waters are just as beautiful, and it’s all so awe inspiring, I honestly wish to be back right now!

Pamukkale is a little on the hotter side of Turkey. So choose your dress accordingly. some of the hot springs have turned yellow as the water flow was restricted by the administration. they have tried to restore it but not quiet upto the old level. Lot of international tourists. very safe and friendly people. Don't forget to negotiate your price, for literally everything except food. I had a great time with my family. There are electric buggies available for those who doesn't want to get burnt in the hot sun. Small cafes and restrooms are available almost everywhere so don't have to carry food of water throughout.

Must visit this place of you're in Antalya, it is 2-3hrs hours drive from City centre. Roads are good and have plenty of places to have food and break in between.

You need almost a day for this, try to start early so you will have enough time to visit all 12 attractions starting from South gate.

You can start from the South gate and end at an open theater, during the sunset view from the theater looks great and you can see whole place from there.

Turkey museum pass work here and would be my preferred choice if you are visiting the whole of turkey.

You can take a taxi or rent a car, I found renting a car convenient and way cheaper option.

Golf carts are available to rent just after entry.

I had a great experience in this place. It was breathtaking for me, the cal, the color of the water and the pools make a great combination, you walk barefoot all the way up and you’ll feel connect with the Pachamama. I loved it

Please also visit the antique pool and swim in the warm water. This is even better than Pamukkale and just 100 meters away from the Traverten.

Beautiful place not to busy on the day we went. We spent the whole day there. Enjoyed Cleopatra's pools the most.

Pamukkale is a place where history and beauty of nature combined, love every minute of my stay here

Excellent day out. Views are amazing as are the ruins. Food in the cafe was also good, a little over priced but expected. Swan in the public pool which was warm and fun!

If you come by car, I suggest driving up to South Gate. From there it’s an easy walk to the Terraces and Heraklion. One can spent hours wandering around. Best time of day is late afternoon when sun sets.

We used Pamukkale South Gate as we were travelling by our own transportation. It was easy and convenient. If you use that gate, you have to pass under the historic gate which will remind you about the glory of the ancient city. We could take few amazing photos of adjacent palm trees.

What an amazing place! We only had a few hours and missed out on so much. It's beautiful, the staff are helpful and has a really lovely atmosphere. The food and gifts are expensive, but unsurprising given we were a captive audience!

Back gate is good if you have own transportation as can park close to location. It’s very close to antique ruins and not very far from thermal pools. Make sure you wear boots as many places requires longer walks, sharp elevations and had minimal road formations or huge stones paving. It’s much huger location than Ephesus or many others