What to do in Tarsus?

Especially the Mountain Climbing Festival and Summer Festivals organized by the Tarsus Municipality garner a lot of attention in the region and the country. If you happen to be in Tarsus during these events, your days and travels will be even more colorful. At other times, you can explore Tarsus' historical and natural beauties, particularly important places for religious tourism.

Must-Do's in Tarsus:

  • Visit Tarsus Museum, St. Paul's Well and Monument Museum, Ancient Roman Road, Cave of the Seven Sleepers, Kırkaşık Bedesten, Makam Mosque, Tomb of Prophet Daniel, Nusrat Mine Ship, and other historical sites.
  • Enjoy saç kavurma (a local dish) and fındık lahmacun (a type of Lahmacun with hazelnuts) at Tarsus Waterfall.
  • Buy souvenirs from Kırkaşık Bedesten.
  • Try Kaynar and Kleopatra Elixir.
  • See Gülek Castle.
  • Ski and picnic at Karboğazı.
  • Enjoy lamb chops and sucuk (Turkish sausage) in Gülek neighborhood.
  • Visit Çamlıyayla and Cehennem Dere.
  • Try karsambaç (a local dessert).
  • Buy needle lace.
  • Visit Atatürk House in Akdeniz district, Mustafa Erim City History Museum, Hz. Miktad (Muğdat) Mosque in Yenişehir district, Mersin Archaeology Museum, and Naval Museum.
  • See Soli Pompeipolis in Mezitli, Yumuktepe and Gözne Castles in Toros Mountains.
  • Taste the special kebab variant, tantuni.
  • Try the famous desserts cezerye and kerebici, and drink şalgam (a fermented beverage).
  • Eat fish sandwich in Çamlıbel.
  • Visit historical sites in Erdemli: Elauissa-Sebaste (Ayaş) and Kanlıdivane Ancient Cities, and Kızkalesi.
  • Swim in the sea at Kızkalesi Beach during summer.
  • Buy citrus marmalade from Alata.
  • Visit Atatürk House, Silifke Museum, Aslan Eyce Private Taşucu Amphora Museum, Asthma and Heaven-Hell Caves in Silifke.
  • Enjoy village breakfast, fish, sıkma-börek (a type of pastry), and lokma dessert in Narlıkuyu.
  • Visit the Three Graces Mosaic Museum and Uzuncaburç Ancient City, and Aya Thekla Monastery.
  • Drink ayran (a yogurt-based beverage).
  • Buy Keben pomegranate and strawberries.
  • Swim in Susanoğlu, Kapızlı, and Boğsak Beaches.
  • Take a yacht tour in Taşucu.
  • Visit Aynalıgöl (Gilindire) Cave, Four-Legged Monument, and Kelenderis Mosaics in Aydıncık.
  • Visit Zeyne Tomb in Gülnar.
  • See Alahan Monastery, Mut Castle, and Yerköprü Waterfall in Mut.
  • Enjoy saç kavurma in Sertavul, and trout in Karaekşi.
  • Buy olives, olive oil, apricots, and Mut Karacaoğlan Park.
  • Buy souvenirs made of banana fibers in Bozyazı.
  • Visit Anemurium Ancient City and Mamure Castle in Anamur.
  • Buy bananas and peanuts. These are just a few suggestions to make your trip to Tarsus and its surroundings unforgettable.
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Which hotels in Mersin Tarsus are best for families?
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What are the average hotel prices in Mersin Tarsus?
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Which hotels in Mersin Tarsus area have good breakfasts?
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What are the best hotels near the airport in Mersin Tarsus?
Adana Havalimanı Tarsus'a 39 km uzaklıkta. Sitemizde tavsiye ettiğimiz yerleri inceleyebilirsiniz.
What are the hotels near the Tarih Tarsus Evleri in Mersin Tarsus?
Elif Hatun Konağı, Tarihi Tarsus Evlerinin güzelim sokaklarına beş dakika yürüme mesafesinde bulunuyor.