Major city · Türkiye (Turkey)
Silifke
Spend 1–2 days in Silifke to see the Roman bridge, castle and Göksu Delta, then continue west or east along the Mediterranean coast.
Silifke sits at the mouth of the Göksu River, 15 km from the sea, offering a compact historic centre, a bird‑rich delta and easy access to the coastal road. One full day covers the main sights; a second day lets you explore the delta or take a ferry to Northern Cyprus.
More ways in
Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- TRY
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jul–Aug (high heat, occasional thunderstorms)
- Airport
- COV
- Nights
- 1–2
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
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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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Silifke112 ▾
- Police/ambulance/fire112
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 Silifke, 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
- SafetySilifke is generally safe; petty theft is rare but keep valuables out of sight on crowded buses.
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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/fire (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.
- AirportCOV Çukurova Airport (Tarsus) (110 km (68 mi) east, flights from IST, SAW, ESB, ANK).COV Çukurova Airport (Tarsus) (68 mi (110 km) east, flights from IST, SAW, ESB, ANK).
- Getting aroundThe historic centre and main sights are within a 10‑minute walk.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)₺10–15 (≈ under US$1)
- Museum or sight ticketMuseum entry (Archaeology)₺100 (≈ US$3)
- Budget bedGuesthouse double, a night, per room₺1,800 (≈ US$45)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse double, a night, per room₺2,500 (≈ US$65)
- High-end bedGuesthouse double, a night, per room₺3,500 (≈ US$90)
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
- COV Çukurova Airport (Tarsus) (110 km (68 mi) east, flights from IST, SAW, ESB, ANK)COV Çukurova Airport (Tarsus) (68 mi (110 km) east, flights from IST, SAW, ESB, ANK)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Feb
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Mar
not flagged
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
Apr
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
May
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jun
Best
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Jul
Avoid
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
Aug
Avoid
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
Sep
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Dec
not flagged
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)), coolest Jan (5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C) low), wettest Dec (8 rain days), driest Jul (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Silifke: 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
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
7 rd
Feb
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
6 rd
Mar
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 rd
Apr
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
May
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
4 rd
Jun
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Jul
36°C (97°F)97°F (36°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
2 rd
Aug
35°C (95°F)95°F (35°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
3 rd
Sep
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
4 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
6 rd
Nov
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
7 rd
Dec
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
8 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
The historic centre and main sights are within a 10‑minute walk. Rent a bike or take a dolmuş for the Göksu Delta (15 km east) or the Taşucu ferry (15 km south).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Göksu Delta bird reserve
goDoor to door: ≈45 min each way
Bike or walk 15 km (9.3 mi) east along the asphalt laneBike or walk 9.3 mi (15 km) east along the asphalt lane
Free entry, best early morning for birdwatching
Taşucu ferry port
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Dolmuş 15 km (9.3 mi) south, 20 minDolmuş 9.3 mi (15 km) south, 20 min
Connects to Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus (check schedules)
Anamur
cautionDoor to door: ≈1 h
Coastal D400 west, 45 km (28 mi), 1 h by bus or carCoastal D400 west, 28 mi (45 km), 1 h by bus or car
Road becomes winding; consider a day‑trip only if you have a vehicle
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.
Otel Arısan
B&B double 2000 TL, central, 100 m west of bus station
Göksu Hotel
B&B double 2200 TL, near river, simple comfort
Ayatekla Hotel
Basic rooms opposite Otel Arısan
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
| Mid‑range hotel double1 × 1 night × ₺3,500 | ₺3,500 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₺300 | ₺600 |
| Dolmuş to Taşucu (round‑trip)2 × ₺120 · check | ₺240 |
| Bike rental (full day)2 × ₺80 · check | ₺160 |
| eSIM 7‑day data2 × ₺250 · check | ₺500 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₺500 |
| Trip total≈ ₺2,750 per person per day, bed included | ₺5,500≈ US$140 |
2026 estimate in TRY; flights and long‑distance buses excluded.
Prices of common things
| Kebap (restaurant) | ₺30–60 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Meze plate | ₺40–80 (≈ US$1–2) |
| Coffee (café) | ₺10–15 (≈ under US$1) |
| Bottle of water (1.5 L) | ₺5–8 (≈ under US$1) |
| Dolmuş ticket (short ride) | ₺5–10 (≈ under US$1) |
| Museum entry (Archaeology) | ₺100 (≈ US$3) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Last bus from the inter‑city terminal departs around 22:00; plan onward travel earlier.Last bus from the inter‑city terminal departs around 10:00 PM; plan onward travel earlier.
- Göksu Delta vehicles are prohibited; walk or bike only.
- Summer heat can exceed 35 °C (95 °F); carry water and sun protection.Summer heat can exceed 95 °F (35 °C); carry water and sun protection.
Emergency numbers
- Police/ambulance/fire
- 112
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Emergency
- Police/ambulance/fire112
Embassy
US consulate in Mersin (check address); other embassies in Ankara, Istanbul.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Dolmuş Silifke ↔ Taşucu: ≈₺10 each way (check)
- Bus to Mersin (D400): ≈₺30, 1 h 30 min (check)
Say or show
- Affedersiniz — Excuse me / Sorry (affedersiniz)
- Teşekkür ederim — Thank you (teşekkür ederim)
- Ne kadar? — How much is it? (ne kadar)
- Otobüs durağı nerede? — Where is the bus stop? (otobüs durağı nerede?)
- Menüyü alabilir miyim? — Can I have the menu? (menüyü alabilir miyim?)
- Taksiye ihtiyacım var — I need a taxi (taksiye ihtiyacım var)
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 Silifke. 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–Oct · avoid Jul–Aug (high heat, occasional thunderstorms) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bike rental for delta access
- Include a ferry schedule check for Taşucu
- Provide a one‑day bus pass for D400 coastal travel
Sources
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