Akropolis — Attraction in Bergama

So very nice place to visit. Only a 4 stars due to some not friendly practice. 1/acces : I recommend you to get there by walk. Count 50min max to walk up along the road (enough safe space). There are few pine trees that create shadows even if you decide to climb during heat time. The view on the city, the lake down and the happiness when you arrived. Of course you need some conditions but not as an athlete. You can go there by car (parking isn't that expensive, 2 LT I think) or for the others with the funicular (apparently expensive and no special view). In any case and if you have no car at parking (up or funicular), I recommend to leave with the downntown exit gate (so don't buy a return ticket).

2/Tickets and service: 15€ for tourist. You can buy on the spot, no (long) queue. Don't buy the audio-guide. It's for free with the app MuzeKart (download the free app and scan your ticket, choose your language). You only need data. Between the ticket office and the entrance, you can find a printed map of Bergama : scan the QR code and get free roads for Akropolos and the city with Google Maps. Super useful.

3/Refreshments: there are no facilities as WC or shops after you enter the site. Visit the small outdoor cafe under the trees between the ticket office and the entrance. Fair prices, some relax before the visit and you can prepare the visit. They accept credit cards of course.

4/the site : just walk around, following the Google Maps road or the audio guide numbers (they re following the same path :)). Enjoy the service tunnel below the city to get fresh air and shadows. You will find few spots with shadows thanks to trees mainly. Open your eyes all around and imagine how the city was wonderful. If you dare, walk down the theater stairs to the orchestra zone and enjoy the view as an Antic actor on stage. To avoid to climb up, you can follow the road on the left to continue the visit (on the right of the theater you can see the hidden Theater temple). The downtown part of the city (going down) is the hidden geme : no public, large space where you can discover gymnasium etc and if you didn't come by car you can leave with the down exit with a turniquet gate (and the visit is great there was th the Z Building, water fountain or the Attalos House with secret mosaics that no one's comes to see. Of course if you need to take the funicular or your car back at the top, you will have to climb back the Akropolis...

So summary of a nice few hours visit : make the effort to walk the hill, download the free audio-guide, take time for some relax time and enjoy the Akropolis (not busy site by the way), walk the hill down. Cherry on the cake : maybe you can meet some...

I just travelled to Turkey for a holiday and had the amazing chance to tour the Akropolis of Pergamon (Hamzalsüleymaniye, 35700 Bergama/Zmir, Türkiye). I was in awe of the amazing achievements of the prehistoric civilizations that once called this area home after visiting this UNESCO World Heritage site in the mediaeval city of Bergama.

The spectacular views of the surrounding valleys and the town of Bergama welcomed me when I arrived at the location, which served as a stunning backdrop for the impressive ruins of the Akropolis. With visible signage and a well-kept path leading to the entrance, the complex was simple to find.

The Temple of Trajan, an amazing monument that still stands tall today, was the first object that drew my attention. It was constructed by skilled ancient craftsmen, as seen by the majestic columns and beautiful sculptures. Further information on the religious practises of the people who lived in Pergamon more than two thousand years ago was revealed by the nearby remnants of the Temple of Dionysus.

From these temples, I took a short stroll to the Hellenistic Theatre, a huge building with 10,000 seats. I could only picture the magnificent shows that must have been held here, with the audience spellbound by the acting prowess of the performers and the splendour of the surroundings.

The Altar of Zeus, however, was the Akropolis' crowning glory. The remaining pieces at the location are still amazing to see, despite the fact that much of it has been moved to the Pergamon Museum in Berlin. A interesting look into Greek mythology and beliefs may be found in the reliefs showing the conflict between the Gods and Giants.

The informational plaques proved to be quite useful in helping me comprehend the historical significance and context of each structure as I looked around the site. For an even richer experience, I'd strongly advise hiring a local guide or going on a guided trip.

A modest café is available on the property for visitors to enjoy drinks and light fare. All guests will have a nice experience thanks to the tidy lavatory facilities.

I might add that my trip to the Akropolis of Pergamon was absolutely fantastic. It was a memorable experience because of the ancient monuments' immense size and grandeur as well as the scenic surroundings. I can't emphasise enough how fantastic the Akropolis of Pergamon is if you're considering travelling to Turkey. For those who enjoy history and those who are fascinated by the glories of antiquity, it is a...

It is located on top of a steep hill. It is a rather small site, not so impressive, indeed a bit rough.

You can take the funicular, parking below, 150TL both ways. Nice but short ride, and there's not much to see. You can drive up a rather narrow steep road (10% grade for the first section. That's a lot even for most new cars) Take 15 minutes.

But there is very little parking on top, most is taken by taxis, so get there before noon. If late, you'll park on the roadside, well below the site, and have a tough walk. The road is narrow, so expect delays if there's 2-way traffic. The funicular would be a much better choice. Parking on top is free.

Admission is 200TL, definitely not cheap, and maybe not worth it. The ruins are simply not that impressive. The stadium looks like old concrete. The one set of columns is impressive. But that's it. There's nothing else to see. On the site they are zero benches or tables to sit anywhere. Not one. There are several nice cafes on top, small souvenir shops.

WCs are excellent, clean, made from nice tile and stone, with old photos of the site on the walls. Very nice. No charge and there should be. But... they are outside the turnstiles. If nature calls while on the site, you have to exit and beg your way back in. Your ticket is one...