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Things to see in Denizli (Turkey): 15 places and when to go
Denizli is a city in Turkey with around 372,000 inhabitants, and this site lists 15 places in and around it, mainly History (11), Nature (3), Wildlife (1). The best known are Pamukkale, Hierapolis and Laodicea on the Lycus. The best time to come is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- Turkey · 37.7704, 29.08
- Population
- About 372,000
- Places
- 15 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (11) · Nature (3) · Wildlife (1) · Museums and art (1) · Mountains (1) · With kids (1)
- Best time
- April to June and September to October.
- Also possible
- November to March and July to August.
- Nearest airport
- ADB Gaziemir, 178 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Mount Honaz, at 2,527 m.
What to see in Denizli
The places in and around Denizli, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- PamukkaleHot springs in Turkey17 km
- HierapolisAncient city of Phrygia in modern-day Turkey18 km
- Laodicea on the LycusAncient city of Phrygia in modern-day Turkey7.8 km
- Mount HonazMountain in Honaz, Denizli, Turkey21 km
- Ploutonion at HierapolisAncient shrine to god Pluto in Turkey18 km
- Denizli Atatürk and Ethnography MuseumMuseum in Merkezefendi (Denizli) District1.5 km
- CaruraAncient town of Asia Minor29 km
- TrapezopolisAncient city of Caria, in modern-day Turkey16 km
- Apollonia SalbacesAncient city and archaeological site in Tavas, Denizli, Turkey30 km
- Akhan CaravanseraiCaravanserai in Denizli, Turkey7.2 km
- Can DağıMountain in Turkey22 km
- Temple NymphaeumAncient monumental fountain in Denizli18 km
- Çavuşoğlu AquaparkWith kids11 km
- Laodikeia East Byzantine GateMonumental gate, city gate in Pamukkale District7.7 km
- House with Church and PeristyleRuins of a building in Laodicea on the Lycus7.9 km
When to go to Denizli
The best time to visit Denizli is April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible9:40
- FebPossible10:36
- MarPossible11:43
- AprBest time12:59
- MayBest time14:02
- JunBest time14:36
- JulPossible14:22
- AugPossible13:28
- SepBest time12:14
- OctBest time11:00
- NovPossible9:55
- DecPossible9:24
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24. In September, 15 of the 15 places are at their best.
When to go to Turkey in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Denizli
The nearest main airport is Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB, Gaziemir), 178 km as the crow flies. How to get around Turkey (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Muğla18 places88 km
- Uşak5 places106 km
- Burdur7 places106 km
- Aydın9 places109 km
- Milas6 places125 km
- Isparta8 places128 km
And all of Turkey, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Denizli?
The best known: Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Laodicea on the Lycus, Mount Honaz, Ploutonion at Hierapolis. In all, 15 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Denizli?
April to June and September to October; also possible: November to March and July to August. In June there are 14 h 36 of daylight, and in December, 9 h 24.
How do you get to Denizli?
The nearest main airport is Adnan Menderes International Airport (ADB), 178 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Denizli as the destination and these 15 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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