Assos Ancient City (Theatre & Walls)
Assos Antik Kenti
An ancient city descending the southern slope of the acropolis, with well-preserved Hellenistic walls, gates, agora, theatre and a tomb street.
The ancient city of Assos is built into the hillside. Walking south down from the Temple of Athena, you can see about 3 km of Hellenistic-era city walls, some up to 14 m tall, and the main city gate. Outside the gate, a tomb street lined with stone sarcophagi. Below the southern slope lie a stadium, the agora and a theatre facing the sea. Site tickets are sold separately from the temple or on a combined basis (check on site). The stone paths are steep and covered in loose gravel, so wear non-slip shoes. You can walk down from the ancient city to the ancient harbour. Fit walkers need about 2 to 3 hours for the round trip.
Opening hours
approx. 08:00–19:00 (earlier close in winter)
Nearby sights
- Temple of Athena, Assos
- Behramkale Village
- Assos Harbour (İskele)
- Kadırga Bay
- Yeşilyurt Village
- Apollo Smintheion
- Babakale Castle & Cape Baba
- Adatepe Olive Oil Museum