House of the Virgin Mary
Set on the slopes of Bülbül Mountain, the House of the Virgin Mary is a small stone house and chapel believed to be where Mary, mother of Jesus, spent her final years. Revered in both Christianity and Islam, it has been visited by Pope Paul VI and Pope John Paul II. Just 7 km from Ephesus, it sits at the heart of day-trip faith tours from İzmir.
Why it matters
Holy water spring
A natural spring next to the house where visitors drink water believed to have healing properties.
Wishing wall
A wall woven with fabric strips where visitors of every faith leave their wishes.
Papal visits
Officially visited by two different Popes, in 1967 and 1979.
Close to Ephesus
Can be visited together with Ephesus Ancient City on the same transfer, in a single day.
Frequently asked questions
Why is the House of the Virgin Mary important?
Christian tradition holds it as Mary's final home in Ephesus, making it significant for both pilgrimage and cultural heritage.
Is there an entrance fee for the House of the Virgin Mary?
Yes, a small entrance fee applies, payable at the gate.
How long is the trip from Ephesus to the House of the Virgin Mary?
About 15-20 minutes by car, on the same transfer route.
Is there a dress code for visiting the House of the Virgin Mary?
As a sacred site, covering shoulders and knees is recommended.
Faith Tours
Plan your transfer for this site
Private, fixed-price transfer with flight tracking from İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport.
