Things to do in Göreme

Activities, attractions and tours

Red Valley showing mountains
Sunset Point showing mountains
Goreme Open Air Museum
Rose Valley featuring ballooning
Pasabag which includes ballooning

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Cappadocia: Red and Green Combined Full-Day Tour in a day

Cappadocia: Red and Green Combined Full-Day Tour in a day

Activity duration is 8 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 9 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$27 per adult*
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Cappadocia: Red and Green Combined Day Tour

Cappadocia: Red and Green Combined Day Tour

Activity duration is 7 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$35 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Cappadocia Adventures: Sunset quad bike Tour

Cappadocia Adventures: Sunset quad bike Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is S$75 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Cappadocia Turkish Night With Unlimited Drinks And Dinner

Cappadocia Turkish Night With Unlimited Drinks And Dinner

Activity duration is 4 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is S$51 per adult
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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Cappadocia: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight in Cat Valley

Cappadocia: Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight in Cat Valley

Activity duration is 45 minutes
6.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is S$242 per adult
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What to do in Göreme

Popular places to visit

Goreme Open Air Museum

Goreme Open Air Museum

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Admire the colorful frescoes on the walls of the churches carved into the rocky terrain and learn about Turkey’s Byzantine past.

Goreme Open Air Museum
Uchisar Castle featuring heritage architecture and a city

Uchisar Castle

4.5/5(27 reviews)

Enjoy the view from the summit and delve into the intricate homes, churches and passageways that lie below the surface of this honeycomb mountain.

Uchisar Castle
Cappadocia featuring a sunset

Love Valley

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Float in a hot air balloon past enormous phallic rock formations in this suggestive valley.

Love Valley
Pigeon Valley featuring mountains

Pigeon Valley

4.5/5(28 reviews)

In ancient times, people lived within these caves and scenic rock formations and raised pigeons as essential messengers and pets.

Pigeon Valley
Rose Valley showing ballooning

Rose Valley

4.5/5(28 reviews)

Explore a Mars-like terrain on Earth in this bizarre valley as you visit cave churches and clamber over pink rock formations and fairy chimneys.

Rose Valley
Karanlık Kilise

Karanlık Kilise

You can browse the exhibits at Karanlık Kilise, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Göreme. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its local tours.

Karanlık Kilise
Cappadocia featuring heritage architecture and interior views

Tokali Church

Traipse through the underground tunnels to a hidden chapel and admire the frescoes from the ninth century in Cappadocia’s largest church.

Tokali Church

Nevsehir University

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Nevsehir University during your travels in Nevşehir. Discover the area's beautiful sunsets or seek out its local tours.

Nevsehir University

Kaymakli Underground City

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Kaymakli when you take a trip to Kaymakli Underground City. Take some time to visit the spas in this quaint area.

Kaymakli Underground City

 

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Red Valley

Avanos

Cappadocia which includes ballooning

Ürgüp

Uchisar Castle featuring a castle

Nevşehir

Frequently asked questions

Is Göreme worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Göreme is explore Uchisar Castle. Check this leading sight off your itinerary, then discover more of the area's camping and views.
How do I spend a day in Göreme?
Uchisar Castle and Göreme Roman Castle are two excellent places to begin your adventures. Be sure to explore the dining and retail options in Göreme while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Göreme?
Uchisar Castle is one of the top tourist attractions in Göreme and should feature high on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Göreme?
You can easily enjoy top attractions like Uchisar Castle, Göreme Roman Castle and Lovers Hill with a three-day stay in Göreme. On average, most travellers plan three days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a while longer and head to Nevşehir.
What are some activities to do in Göreme with kids?
If you are after tours and attractions for all the family, check out these fantastic ideas for what to do in Göreme with kids.

What to do in Göreme for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or outdoor adventurer, there's no shortage of things to do in Göreme for adults.
Are there free things to do in Göreme?
From checking out parks to strolling around exciting neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Göreme. If you need inspiration, ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. Göreme Roman Castle is a must for anyone looking to save on their travelling adventures.