Patara Ancient City
Patara Antik Kenti
The seat of the Lycian League's council and the birthplace of Saint Nicholas, with a restored council hall as the highlight.
Patara was once the most important port city and the capital of the Lycian League. Its restored council hall is considered one of the earliest democratic assembly buildings. The site also includes a triumphal arch, a colonnaded street, a theatre and the ruins of an ancient lighthouse, some of them partly buried in dunes. Saint Nicholas is traditionally said to have been born here. The entrance ticket includes access to Patara Beach. Visit the ruins in the morning and the beach in the afternoon; allow about 2 hours.
Opening hours
Approx. 8:00–19:00 (until 17:30 in winter)