What to do in Cappadocia

Activities, attractions and tours

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An interior with ancient columns and detailed frescoes.
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Cappadocia Attractions

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  • The activities in Cappadocia are not only among the best, but they won't break the bank. We have 1314 things to do here, and you can reserve them starting at just CA $8 . Get your favourite activities and day trips on Expedia Canada for significant savings, and you'll still have money for a fancy hotel or decadent dinner while you're in town.
  • Cappadocia is a favourite among travellers suchlike yourself. In fact, a good percentage of travellers can't wait for their next trip to the region to learn about local culture and explore the best things to do. The most loved activities can grab the attention of even seasoned travellers, and that includes savvy visitors like you. Our activities includes a wide range of culturally themed tours and opportunities for fun. With one-of-a kind ways to discover the best this area has to give like a Ihlara Valley & Derinkuyu Underground City Tour and Red Valley & Kaymaklı Underground City Full-Day Tour, there is an abundance of things to do at your disposal when you browse the top-quality activities here at Expedia Canada.

Our activities are the best way to organize your trip. You'll need an expert itinerary to fully explore Cappadocia, particularly when you long to include lots of exciting activities. And we realize you don't want to hunker down in your hotel room—you are excited to get out and have an adventure. You cannot wait to scope out the top activities around, and an exploration of historic city neighbourhoods is a perfect way to spend an afternoon. Book professional area tours on Expedia Canada, and you'll never get lost.

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1. Goreme Open Air Museum

The exceptional Göreme Open Air Museum is home to a number of churches carved into the rocks by medieval Christian monks. Explore the historic site on foot to see intriguing frescos from 1,000 years ago and learn about the Byzantine people who created them. The UNESCO World Heritage Site is the main draw of the Cappadocia region due to its awe-inspiring views, diverse terrain and sculpted spiritual homes.
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A rock formation with multiple openings, surrounded by a clear sky and green foliage.

2. Uchisar Castle

Uçhisar Castle is a large rock formation rising tall above the terrain like a giant anthill full of small, dark holes. It attracts visitors with its intriguing history and stunning panorama that includes the surrounding landscape and Mount Erciyes in the distance. Look for black holes indicating the entrances to abodes, tunnels and dovecotes crafted into the rock many centuries ago.
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A town nestled in a valley with a prominent rocky hill and a mosque with a minaret.

3. Love Valley

About 1 million visitors per year visit nature’s tribute to male fertility in the Love Valley. Its fairy chimneys differ from other examples in the region as they have a wide base, narrow pillar and cone-shaped peak. Millions of years of erosion from wind and rain along with volcanic eruptions formed the rock formations, which are considered both comical and beautiful. A hot air balloon over the extraordinary landscape is an unforgettable experience.
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Rock formations with a sunset in the background.

4. Red Valley

Red Valley is one of Cappadocia’s most scenic walking routes due to its colorful rock formations and historic carved churches. Hike through the Mars-like terrain for about 2 hours to appreciate its aesthetic qualities and intriguing history. The former homes, churches and dovecotes are surviving reminders of the monks who lived here more than a millennium ago with their pigeon messengers and pets.
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A vineyard with rows of grapevines on a hillside with distinctive rock formations in the background.

5. Sunset Point

Sunset Point is known affectionately among locals and visitors as Göreme’s most beautiful vista. Watch the colorful hot air balloons illuminate the sky with a backdrop of fairy chimneys and diverse terrain. As its name suggests, the viewpoint is particularly charming in the evening as the sun goes down and turns the sky red and gold.
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