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The Temple of Dionysus at the Yria Archaeological Site on Naxos, Greece.

Yria Archaeological Site, Naxos: ticket prices, hours and tips – plan your visit

The Yria Archaeological Site (also spelled Iria; Greek: Ιερό Διονύσου Υρία) is an open-air sanctuary dedicated to Dionysus, located in the Livadi plain near the village of Glinado, approximately 3–5 km south of Naxos Town (Chora) and 1 km east of Naxos Airport, on the…

Ephesus Museum, Selçuk: ticket prices, hours and tips – plan your visit

The Ephesus Museum (Turkish: Efes Müzesi) is a state-run archaeological museum located in the town centre of Selçuk, in İzmir Province, western Turkey. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport, parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips. Last updated: May 2026. The museum's summer closing…

The Basilica of St John in Ephesus, Turkey.

Basilica of St. John, Ephesus: Ticket prices, hours and tips – plan your visit

The Basilica of St. John is a monumental 6th-century Byzantine church ruin and historical pilgrimage site located on Ayasuluk Hill in the Selçuk district of Izmir, Turkey. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport and parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips. This guide was…

Temple of Apollo, Didim: Ticket prices, hours and tips – plan your visit

The Temple of Apollo is an ancient, monumental Hellenistic sanctuary located in the Yenihisar neighbourhood of Didim, within the Aydın province of Turkey. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport and parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips. This guide was updated in May 2026…

Kaymakli Underground City, Cappadocia: Ticket prices, hours and tips – plan your visit

The Kaymakli Underground City is an ancient, multi-level subterranean settlement carved from volcanic rock in the Nevşehir province of Cappadocia, Turkey. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport and parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips. This guide was updated in May 2026 to reflect…

Kalafati Beach, Mykonos: getting there, what to expect and tips – plan your visit

Kalafati Beach (also spelled Kalafatis) is a long, sheltered bay on the south-eastern coast of Mykonos, Greece, approximately 12 kilometres from Mykonos Town (Chora). This guide covers how to get there, what facilities are available, water sports, food and drink, accessibility, and practical tips for…

Fort Clinch in Fernandina Beach, Florida.

Fort Clinch State Park, Fernandina Beach: Ticket prices, hours and tips – plan your visit

The Fort Clinch State Park is a 1,400-acre historical military installation and natural coastal preserve located in Fernandina Beach, Florida. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport and parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips. This guide was updated in May 2026 to reflect the…

St. Marys to Cumberland Island ferry: times, fares and how to book – plan your crossing

The Cumberland Island Ferry is a concession-operated passenger ferry running between downtown St. Marys, Georgia and Cumberland Island National Seashore, seven miles offshore. This guide covers departure times, ticket prices, how to reach St. Marys, what to expect on board and on the island, accessibility,…

Galata Tower, Istanbul: Ticket prices, hours and tips – complete guide

Galata Tower is a historic stone watchtower located in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul, Turkey. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport and parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips. This guide was updated in May 2026 to reflect the current entry fee of €30…

Jacksonville to Tampa road trip: Distance, drive time & best stops

The distance from Jacksonville to Tampa by car is 200 miles, with a 3h13m driving time. The best road trip stops on the Jacksonville to Tampa drive are the Camp Blanding Museum, Ocala FL and the Dade Battlefield Historic State Park. Planning a Jacksonville to…