The house is higher up the mountain from the ancient Ephesus site. The house sits in a lush, cool location with trees, flowers and singing birds all around. I don't think I was expecting such a peaceful setting, but once there you can't help but become more relaxed. The house has been rebuilt on its original foundation. History and tradition... More

We visited early i nthe morning before the large tour buses arrived. A very moving experience. More

According to our guide, t's not confirmed that this is the Virgin Mary's actual home so that's why I gave it 4*. Still, a very cool experience, especially if you are spiritual. Bring an empty bottle if you'd like to bring home some holy water. Overpriced, cheaply made trinkets sold at the shops, which cheapened the experience somewhat. More

A tribute to mothers love, God? A must see. One of my favorite days More

After Jesus died, St. John brought Virgin Mary to Ephesus. It is worth to see where Virgin Mary lived. It is popular place for Catholic pilgrimage and tourists. More

Not a must unless you are a devoted catholic or you have a lot of time in Ephesus More

If you believe that a bedridden German nun, in the 19th century, had a vision of this place and, later, it was discovered, then you can believe almost anything. The myth behind this is almost comical. It is so commercialized that they have to keep the myth alive. We visited this as part of a group tour which is the... More

It is an added cost if you book ephesus. The church is small and a long que. The waters you can fill bottles with to take away is like a jumble sale scrap,people pushing and shoving and beeing greedy and taking lots and not considering others. You can tie paper on a tree and make a wish. Very disorganised venue More

i was blown away it was so atmospheric the church is so small and private it touches the soul More