
Things to do in Cappadocia
When you arrive in Cappadocia, your to-do list will be quite extensive. First, you should visit the central Nevşehir, as well as the districts of Ürgüp, Göreme, Avanos, and Ortahisar.
You can visit Nevşehir Castle and the Nevşehir Museum, as well as the numerous historical mosques in the city.
In addition to Nevşehir Castle, there are also Uçhisar and Ortahisar Castles in the region. These places are a must-visit. You can even witness a beautiful sunset from Uçhisar Castle, where you can enjoy panoramic views of much of the region.
You can head to Ürgüp, one of the most important places in Cappadocia. You can explore the Ürgüp Museum, Hallaç Monastery, and St. Theodore Church. You can also enjoy a panoramic view of all of Ürgüp from Temenni Hill.
You can visit the Hacı Bektaşi Veli Tomb and Museum. You can spend some time in Avanos, watch pottery-making, and even try pottery making yourself.
Cappadocia is one of the most important wine-producing regions in Turkey. The grapes grown here are used to make wines that are sent to many parts of the world. You can enjoy a lovely dinner with a beautiful Cappadocia view.
In Cappadocia, there are cellars where lemons and citrus fruits brought from the Mediterranean are stored, and you can visit these cellars.
There are many underground cities in Cappadocia. You can visit underground cities like Kaymaklı and Derinkuyu. You can also go to the Zelve Open-Air Museum and the Ihlara Valley. The numerous churches and Belisırma Village here will surprise you. You can visit some of the churches and the village.
You can visit Göreme. You can explore the Göreme Open-Air Museum, the rock-hewn chapels, churches, monasteries, and houses. You can visit the Tokatlı Church, which is architecturally fascinating.
There are many hot air balloon tours in Cappadocia. You can join this unforgettable experience and take a balloon ride to see Cappadocia beneath your feet with the first light of dawn.
You can visit Zamantı Canyon and go rafting there. You can watch the whirling dervish performances held in the underground caves of the region. The show creates a mesmerizing atmosphere, and when you watch it in the mystical setting of the underground homes, you will witness an experience you will never forget for the rest of your life.