The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Avanos, Cappadocia

September 23, 2021 Malia Yoakum

Avanos (Greek: Άβανος (f. sg.)) is a town and district of Nevşehir Province in the Central Anatolia region of Turkey, located 18 km (11 mi) north of Nevşehir, the capital city of the province. It is situated within the historic and tourist region of Cappadocia. According to 2000 census, population of the district is 35,145 of which 12,288 live in the town of Avanos. The district covers an area of 994 km (384 sq mi), and the average elevation is 920 m (3,018 ft), with the highest point being Mt. İsmail Sivrisi at 1,756 m (5,761 ft).
Restaurants in Avanos

1. Oklen Travel

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5.0 based on 160 reviews

Oklen Travel

You can explore the history and the beauty of Cappadocia with our professional tour guides. For this experience you can contact us.

2. Chez Bircan Pottery

Yukari Mah. Kayikci Sok, Avanos 50500 Avanos Turkey +90 384 511 35 58
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5.0 based on 50 reviews

Chez Bircan Pottery

Reviewed By Bogdan_Moraru

So, were a group of 5, we entered his entchamted pottery shop, and with his help, Bircan, the master potterer with 35 years of experience, we made our own pottery, it was an execelent experience, everybody was very kind to us!

3. Chez Hakan - The Pottery Shop

Yukari Mahalle, Firin Sokak No: 21, Avanos 50500 Turkey +90 384 511 25 42 [email protected] http://www.chezhakan.com
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Chez Hakan - The Pottery Shop

Pottery workshop

Reviewed By tatianarU8847GH - Antalya, Turkey

Hakan - the owner - is sooo pleasant and nice, big professional in pottery and ceramics. Was such a hospitable, cool atmosphere in the shop with music, tea and coffee. He provided us real workshop of pottering for free! Thank you for amazing experience and nice presents ????

4. Sultans Seramik

Alaaddin Mah. Cavusoglu Sok. No: 1, Avanos 50500 Turkey +90 384 511 36 86 [email protected] http://www.sultansceramic.com
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4.5 based on 308 reviews

Sultans Seramik

The handicrafts that was started in b.c. 2000 by Hittite Civilization had continued through Iznik designs in 15th century in the Ottoman Empire period so that as the follower of the handicraft traditions, Sultans Ceramic family has introduced the handicrafts by meeting with the art-lovers through its marketing activities in national and international levels and by using its 250 years experience in the area of 4500 m² that was constructed by carving entirely with the hand workmanship in the rock in Avanos in Cappadocia region.

Reviewed By davejO5859JL

If you go to Cappadocia you have to visit Sultan Ceramic in the beautiful town of Avanos. I don't think I have ever been to any store anywhere for that matter with this kind of hospitality. Ramazan was our sales person and he gave us the grand tour of the place. Guide would be a better description. He explained the whole production proces and lots of historical facts bout the different prints. There is a lot of passion in this family business and it would be shame if this goes to waste due to Covid-19. Sultan Ceramic is situated in a cave and it is huge. Huge in size with lots of different display rooms and huge because of the enormous collections of Ceramic. It was overwhelming. We eventually bought a very nice piece of hand crafted art. After our business Ramazan showed us true Turkish hospitality by inviting us for lunch with his family. I can really recommend this place. It has products for everybody in every price range.

5. Alaaddin Turkish Bath

Orta Mah.Peker Sok. No:6, Avanos 50500 Turkey +90 384 511 50 36 [email protected]
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Alaaddin Turkish Bath

Dear guests…WELCOME at Alaaddin Turkish Bath AVANOSThe biggest and most Professional Turkish Bath in Cappadocia.All our staff is Professional with years of experience and we hope you will enjoy your visit in our completely HiSTORiCAL complex.''Enjoy The true feeling of a Turkish Bath''

6. Guray Ceramic

DereyamanlI Sokak Yeni Mahalle No:44, Avanos 50500 Turkey +90 384 511 50 91 [email protected] http://www.gurayceramic.com
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Guray Ceramic

Reviewed By VBD

I visited with my family both ceramic gallery and museum. Amazing experience, my daughter made own vase and they shipped after kilning of it to my home. I purchased also amazing ceramic which is miniature handmade craft with good price. A hint for you, find Mrs Zeynep, she helped us for the handmade miniature craft with fair discount. Do not miss when you visit Nevsehir, strongly suggest & you will not regret.

7. Guray Museum

Yeni mahalle Dereyamanli sok No:44 50500 Avanos, Avanos 50500 Turkey +90 384 511 23 74 [email protected] http://www.guraymuze.com
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Guray Museum

The first and unique underground ceramic museum in the world.

Reviewed By Andyrock81 - Rockhampton, Australia

This museum/gallery houses small a collection of ancient artefacts, and a large collection of art/ceramics from local artists. Their main focus however, is the museum shop, which has a very large collection of ceramic items: plates, bowls, jugs displayed across multiple rooms. The painting techniques were explained and we were able to watch some of the artists at work. The staff in the museum and shop were helpful, not too pushy either. Prices were reasonable and are fixed so there was no awkward haggling. We ended up buying a few small items. If you are staying in Goreme, there is a bus every hour to Avanos for 5TL each way. Entrance fee is 10TL, please note the museum pass is not accepted here as this is a privately owned museum.

8. Peri Bacalari

Avanos 1, Avanos Turkey http://www.altinyazi.com
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4.5 based on 224 reviews

Peri Bacalari

Reviewed By M8764KWtonyh - South Wales, United Kingdom

The Fairy Chimneys in Avanos, Cappadocia is an awesome site to see.. Great walking trails with paths that take you high on to platos that allow you to be above the structures and take wonderful 360 degree pictures.. This place is a must when visiting Cappadocia.

9. Avanos Oren Yeri

Kapadokya Cd., Avanos 50500 Turkey
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Avanos Oren Yeri

Reviewed By mohsina327 - Muscat, Oman

Went to Avanos from Urgup as part of a day tour. Avanos is a beutiful little town (a big village) which is famous for pottery making for thousands of years. Turkey longest river, the red river, passes through the town. The river throws up red mud which is used for making pottery. Also ashes from nearby dormant volcanoes are also used for making pottery. I wish i had spent more time in Avanos. Besides buying some pottery, what i liked was the calmness of the place. The river gently flows through the town and there is a park besides the river and lots of chairs next to the river where one can just sit and enjoy the river. My ideal place for a turkish tea. More than pottery i liked the overall feel of the place. And yes, there are some really lovely restaurants where one can enjoy turkish food.

10. Chez Galip

Yeni Mh Hasan Kalesi Mevkii 3, Avanos 50500 Turkey +90 384 511 45 77 [email protected] http://www.chezgalip.com
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Chez Galip

Reviewed By nuna_hassi - London, United Kingdom

If you would like to learn everything about pottery you have to visit Chez Galip's studio and gallery. It's a great opportunity to explore step-by-step process of this art. Master Galip and his team provide you the secrets of techniques from clay mixing to decorating and phosphorization. Everyone can try it, doesn't matter are you beginner or professional. Both will surprised by masterpieces created by themselves.

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