Troy Archaeological Site
Troya Ören Yeri
The setting of the Trojan War in Homer's epics. Nine layered city ruins span four thousand years. It is a World Heritage Site, and a replica of the Trojan Horse stands at the entrance.
The Troy archaeological site was inscribed as a World Heritage Site in 1998. Since the Bronze Age, nine major city layers have been built one atop another. Schliemann's excavations in the 19th century made it famous worldwide, but they also destroyed some of the stratigraphy. The loop trail takes about 1.5 hours and passes the city walls, gates, ramps, the foundations of the Temple of Athena, and a Roman theater, with layered information signs along the way. You can climb the large wooden horse at the entrance for photos. The Turkish Museum Pass covers admission. It is about 75 kilometers from Assos, a drive of about 1 hour and 20 minutes. It is best combined with a visit to the Troy Museum.
Opening hours
Summer about 08:00–19:30; winter about 08:00–17:00
Nearby sights
- Museum of Troy
- Alexandria Troas
- Apollo Smintheion
- Behramkale Village
- Temple of Athena, Assos
- Assos Ancient City (Theatre & Walls)
- Assos Harbour (İskele)
- Kadırga Bay