Major city · Türkiye (Turkey)
Şirince
Spend a half‑day strolling the village, taste wine and olives, then stay one night in a guesthouse; no need for more than 1 night.
Şirince is a small Ottoman‑style village in the Central Aegean hills, 8 km from Selçuk. Its narrow streets, two restored churches, olive‑grove walks and local wine make it a pleasant half‑day stop, with a night‑time stay for a relaxed pace.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TRY
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (high heat)
- Airport
- ADB
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 5
- Türkiye (Turkey) ↗Check whether your passport is visa-exempt; if it is not, apply only at evisa.gov.tr — lookalike sites charge extra and some sell nothing.
- Türkiye (Turkey) ↗At mosques cover shoulders and knees, take shoes off at the door, and women carry a headscarf; stay out during prayer times.
- Türkiye (Turkey) ↗Taxis must run the taximeter; refuse flat quotes, or book through BiTaksi or Uber so the ride is logged.
- Türkiye (Turkey) ↗Carry lira in small notes for tea, markets, tips and toilets; prices move with inflation, so treat every printed price as dated.
- Türkiye (Turkey) ↗Do not take stones, coins or tiles from ancient sites, and export no antiques without a museum certificate; travellers have been detained at airport customs.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Şirince112 ▾
- Police / Ambulance112
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Şirince, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the Turkish lira (₺, TRY).Türkiye (Turkey)-wide
- SIM or eSIMcheckTurkcell, Vodafone and Türk Telekom sell tourist SIMs at airports (passport needed); they are dearer than in town shops — check.Türkiye (Turkey)-wide
- Tap waterTap water is treated and chlorinated but tastes of it; locals buy bottled or 19-litre dispenser water.Türkiye (Turkey)-wide
- TippingcheckSit-down restaurant: 5–10% in cash, even if the card machine does not offer a tip; check for a 'servis' charge first.Türkiye (Turkey)-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Türkiye (Turkey)-wide
- SafetyŞirince is safe for tourists; main risks are hot summer days and occasional stray dogs – keep water and watch your belongings.
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- RestroomsWestern toilets in hotels, malls and restaurants; squat toilets (alaturka) in older mosques and bus stops.Türkiye (Turkey)-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police / ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidayscheckMany museums close Monday (Topkapı closes Tuesday) — check; mosques close to visitors during the five daily prayers and Friday midday…Türkiye (Turkey)-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportADB Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (Bus about 1 h to Selçuk, then minibus to Şirince).
- Getting aroundVillage is pedestrian‑only; walk everywhere.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)₺15–25 (≈ under US$1)
- Budget bedDorm bed, a night, per person₺120 (≈ US$3)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room₺400 (≈ US$10)
- High-end bedGuesthouse room (double), a night, per room₺650 (≈ US$16)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₺150 (≈ US$4) · Mid ₺300 (≈ US$8) · High ₺500 (≈ US$13)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ADB Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (Bus about 1 h to Selçuk, then minibus to Şirince)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Feb
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Mar
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Apr
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
May
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Aug
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Nov
Best
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C) low), wettest Dec (10 rain days), driest Jul (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Şirince: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Feb
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
Mar
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
7 rd
Apr
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
6 rd
May
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
4 rd
Jul
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
3 rd
Aug
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
4 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6 rd
Oct
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Dec
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
10 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Village is pedestrian‑only; walk everywhere. From Selçuk take a minibus (10 TL, every 10 min) to the entrance. Private cars can park for a fee.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Ephesus
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Minibus Selçuk → Ephesus (≈20 min), then bus to Şirince (≈20 min)
World‑heritage site, best early morning
Selçuk town centre
goDoor to door: ≈15 min
Minibus from Şirince (10 TL, every 10 min)
Visit bazaar, museum, and ferry to İzmir
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Şirincem Pansiyon
Basic rooms €25/night, restaurant meals €5–7
Terraced Houses
Boutique rooms in renovated houses, price check
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₺150–250 (≈ US$4–7) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₺250–400 (≈ US$7–10) excl. bed
- High
- ₺400 (≈ US$10)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse room (double)1 × 1 night × ₺400 | ₺400 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₺300 | ₺600 |
| Minibus Selçuk → Şirince (round trip)2 × ₺20 · check | ₺40 |
| Wine tasting (2 glasses)2 × ₺30 · check | ₺60 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₺110 |
| Trip total≈ ₺605 per person per day, bed included | ₺1,210≈ US$30 |
2026 estimate in TRY; flights and intercity trains excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | ₺15–25 (≈ under US$1) |
| Pide (Turkish pizza) | ₺30–45 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Glass of fruit wine | ₺20–35 (≈ under US$1) |
| Minibus Selçuk → Şirince | ₺10 (≈ under US$1) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Parking fee for private cars at the village entrance
- Keep litter; villagers ask visitors to take trash away
- Minibus schedule may vary in off‑season – check locally
Emergency numbers
- Police / Ambulance
- 112
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Bu adrese lütfenTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police / Ambulance112
Embassy
US consulate in Istanbul; Turkish consulates in major cities.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Selçuk → Şirince minibus: about ₺10 (≈ under US$1), runs every 10 min (check)
Say or show
- Affedersiniz — Excuse me / Sorry (affedersiniz)
- Teşekkür ederim — Thank you (teşekkür ederim)
- Ne kadar? — How much is it? (ne kadar)
- Menü alabilir miyim? — Can I have the menu? (menü alabilir miyim)
- Tuvalet nerede? — Where is the bathroom? (tuvalet nerede)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Şirince. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (high heat) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a guided walking tour of the olive‑grove trails (local operators)
- Include a wine‑tasting session at a village winery
- Offer a night‑time cultural program in the Mathmatical Village
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