Location: Avanos
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Top 10 Things to do in Avanos, Cappadocia
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
You can explore the history and the beauty of Cappadocia with our professional tour guides. For this experience you can contact us.
2. Galeri yoruk
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
Reviewed By Oswaldounet - Kayseri, Turkey
I was so much afraid of any faux-pas concerning rugs purchasing: What are the fair prices to be negotiated? What is the richness of the line-up available? How can you be sure of the quality of the pieces presented? What is the value of the certificates? At Yörük in Avanos, a long-time supplier to diplomatic missions and expatriates in Turkey, you enjoy Ertan and Ali-Fuat's experience who won't put any pressure but actually spread over their passion. They always take pleasure in detailing the levels of quality, the varieties, the origins, the natural dyes, and the complexity of the weaving or assembly techniques. Whether you come away from the gallery with an extra set of dreams, knowledge or rugs in hands, a visit to Yörük will always be a top highlight of your stay in Cappadocia!
3. Chez Hakan - The Pottery Shop
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5.0 based on 115 reviews
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. Kapadokya Yasayan Miras Muzesi
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
The Cappadocia Living Heritage Museum aims to transfer the Human Intangible Cultural Heritage to future generations in the UNESCO 2003 Convention on the Protection of the Intangible Cultural Heritage. Tales of Cappadocia, semah ritual, traditions of hunger, karagoz show, handicrafts, social practices, Avanos carpet making, wedding traditions, folk cuisine and many others
5. Guray Museum
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4.5 based on 351 reviews
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.
6. OtantikShop
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4.5 based on 20 reviews
7. Peri Bacalari
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4.5 based on 224 reviews
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.
8. Avanos Oren Yeri
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4.0 based on 493 reviews
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.
9. Chez Galip
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4.0 based on 176 reviews
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.
10. Bezirhane Pottery
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3.5 based on 20 reviews
Reviewed By 123leme
We came to this wonderful this gem as part of our private tour from Ürgüp and we weren’t disappointed. It was really cool inside and after watching an expert make a beautiful clay pot my kids also had a go and we kept them We also purchased a beautiful unique piece and can’t wait to be home to hang it up (note all items purchased are Fully insured till they reach your home.) Murat the host was really informative and enthusiastic. I would really recommend coming here.
