historic
Pinara Ancient City
A Lycian city of rock-cut house tombs and a vast theatre, scattered across a pine mountain above the Xanthos valley.
Entry
TL 60
Duration
~1h 30m
Best time
Morning
Setting
Outdoor
Entry note: Müzekart accepted; rough mountain road to the site.
Pinara was one of the six major Lycian cities, and its ruins sprawl across a rounded hilltop with views to the snow-capped Akdağlar in winter. Hundreds of pigeonhole tombs pierce the cliff face; the theatre and agora lie among pine trees with little crowding. It is less visited than Tlos or Xanthos, which is part of the appeal — bring water and good shoes.
“For Lycian cliff tombs and a mountain theatre without the coach-tour queues.”
Local tip
Combine with Xanthos and Letoon on the same valley day; Pinara is the quiet middle stop.
Accessibility
Unpaved paths and climbs between tomb clusters; steep theatre seating.
Good to know
- Is Pinara Ancient City free to visit?
- TL 60. Müzekart accepted; rough mountain road to the site.
- How long should you spend at Pinara Ancient City?
- ~1h 30m
- When is the best time to visit Pinara Ancient City?
- Morning
- Is Pinara Ancient City wheelchair accessible?
- Unpaved paths and climbs between tomb clusters; steep theatre seating.
