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Gaziantep · Turkey
Ancient mosaics, urban crafts and the culinary culture of Gaziantep.
In the photo: Zeugma Mosaic Museum
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
Get to know the place
Gaziantep combines the Zeugma Mosaic Museum with a culinary tradition tied to pistachio and baklava.
The city is part of UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network in the field of gastronomy. The travel experience goes through local dishes and techniques, without requiring a list of specific restaurants. The old quarter also allows you to observe markets and crafts related to metalwork.
The Zeugma Mosaic Museum is a visit in its own right, with figurative floors originating from the ancient city by the Euphrates and from other regional contexts. The Archaeological Museum complements the route with objects from different periods, avoiding reducing local history to a single collection.
Gaziantep is located on the Asian side of Turkey. Prepare your trip in advance and spread out walks to avoid concentrating them in the summer heat.
This destination brings together 1 city: Gaziantep.
One destination, many paths
Start with one city or combine several in your itinerary.
Limites: Natural Earth (domínio público). Ilhas do Mármara e dos Príncipes: geoBoundaries / © colaboradores do OpenStreetMap (CC BY-SA). Adaptação do Cidade Turismo.
✈ Gaziantep Havalimanı (GZT), in Gaziantep · 20 km to Gaziantep
Arrive via Gaziantep Airport (GZT) or by intercity bus, depending on your route through the southeast. From the airport, follow by road transport to the city center and accommodation.
The local experience
Figurative mosaics, geometric patterns and objects originating from Zeugma and other regional contexts.
The collection of regional finds expands the Gaziantep itinerary beyond the mosaics and showcases different historical periods.
Utensils, techniques and customs of Gaziantep’s cuisine are presented in a historic residence.
Before you go
A little planning leaves more time to enjoy the journey.
To walk through Gaziantep’s old quarter, April, May, September and October usually have milder weather. June to August favors scheduling museums during the hottest hours; between December and March, the cold calls for other breaks in the urban itinerary.
The seasons shown are the most usual ones; nature doesn't always follow the calendar.
Two or three days allow you to separate the Mosaic Museum, the Archaeological Museum and walks through the old quarter, with time for the local cuisine.
The center makes walking easy through the historic area and markets. For the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, consider the transfer from your accommodation. Compare vehicle access and distance to visits when choosing your base.
Take your trash with you, follow the signs and support local businesses. In natural areas, follow the visiting guidelines.
Get your questions answered
Yes. The Zeugma Mosaic Museum and the Archaeological Museum allow you to devote a day or more to the heritage and collections.
No. The museum is in the city of Gaziantep; the ancient city of Zeugma lies at a different location by the Euphrates.
Two days cover the museums and a walk in the center. A third allows you to spread meals and visits more calmly.
Pistachio appears in sweets such as baklava, and local cuisine also includes savory preparations. Spread the experiences throughout your stay, rather than trying to concentrate everything in a single meal.
