Audio Guide of Cleopatra's Pool

The pool is located within the archaeological site of Hierapolis and opens every day, generally from 08:00 to 20:00 in summer and until 17:30 in winter. To get in, you first need to enter the Pamukkale complex; you can see the exact location here: View location on Google Maps.

Access to view the pool and stroll around the cafeteria area is free with your ticket to Hierapolis, but bathing has an additional cost (paid at the internal ticket office). The price varies due to inflation, but it usually runs around 10-13 euros at the exchange rate; it's well worth it for the unique experience.

If you plan to bathe and enjoy the thermal waters, I recommend setting aside between 1.5 and 2 hours to relax without rushing. If you're only going to visit the place and take photos, 20 or 30 minutes will be enough to walk around the perimeter.

Legend has it that Mark Antony gave this pool to Cleopatra, although the Doric columns you see at the bottom fell there after an earthquake in the 7th century AD. It's literally swimming over history in thermal waters at 36 degrees; something you should fully appreciate with a good audio guide.

The pool gets extremely crowded with tour groups between 11:00 and 16:00. The trick is to go right at opening (08:00 AM) or towards the end of the afternoon to bathe in peace and with better light for your photos.

The area around the pool has ramps and access to the cafeteria, but getting into the water is tricky due to the columns and slippery stones on the bottom. There are handrails to climb down, but it is not fully accessible for wheelchairs once in the water.

Take advantage of being inside Hierapolis to see the impressive Roman Theatre, which is just a few minutes' walk uphill. And of course, don't leave without exploring the famous white travertines of Pamukkale, which are right next door.

Bring your own towel and swimsuit, since renting them there is quite expensive, and use the security lockers (they have an extra cost) for your belongings. The pool floor is uneven because of the ruins, so be careful when walking in the water.