Basilica of St. John and House of Mother Mary
Visit the Basilica of St. John and see his burial place. The apostle Paul first visited Ephesus on his return from a missionary journey, where he "entered the synagogue and reasoned with the Jews" (Acts 18:19-21). According to tradition, John wrote his Gospel in Ephesus at the request of the other disciples and died in the church named after him on Ayasuluk Hill.
Visit the House of Mother Mary. Catholic pilgrims visit this place based on their belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was brought to this house by Saint John and lived here during her final days, until her assumption, according to Catholic doctrine. Several popes visited the House of Virgin Mary: Pope Paul VI in the '60s, Pope John-Paul II in the '80s, and Pope Benedict XVI in 2006. It is a church today, and it is possible to join Mass on Sundays.
Drop off at the hotel.
