Location: Avanos
Top Things to do in Avanos
What to do and see in Avanos, Cappadocia: The Best Things to do Good for Kids
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. Turkiye Balloons
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5.0 based on 955 reviews
Turkey Hot Air Balloons, invites you to treat yourself to that once in a lifetime experience you have always dreamed of over Cappadocia, TURKEY. A unique experience in a unique destination. "YOU deserve the BEST"
2. Cave Valley Travel
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5.0 based on 84 reviews
Cave Valley Travel is created by two Certified Professional Tour Guides in Cappadocia, Nihat Mumcu and Gökhan Erdoğan. We have a unique and comprehensive programme of escorted private tours, cruises, package tours, accommodation across Turkey, all at fantastic prices.
3. 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.
4. Atmosfer Balloons
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5.0 based on 980 reviews
Don't delay - Fulfill your Dreams with Atmosfer Balloons !You are invited an adventure of new face of hot air balloon in Cappadocia, which will never be forgotten in your life. We invite you in order to watch from the sky Cappadocia with unique geological shapes and history of thousands of years, which is unlikely to be expressed via words. We share this fascinating atmosphere where you fly among fairy chimneys at one time while you go up and fly through valleys. Thanks and Best Regards AtmosferBalloons
5. Chez Bircan Pottery
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5.0 based on 50 reviews
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!
6. 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 ????
7. Akhal-Teke Horse Riding Center
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4.5 based on 126 reviews
Kapadokya Bölgesinin ilk ve eğitimli Atları tercübeli rehberlere Önce güvenlik ilkesi ile çalışan Türkiyede ilk At çiftliklerinden biridir aynı zamanda Dünyada tanınan bir yerdir gelip görmeden karar vermeyin
Reviewed By imagine_riding
Akhal-Teke horse ranch organizes excellent multi-day rides and expeditions. The herd of mostly Arabian and Arabian cross mares are very well looked after 'family members' and are naturally tough and athletic. Nimbly they cross this sometimes challenging terrain with ease and are always eager to move out at speed when asked. Several horses are also Turkish endurance champions. They are well trained as trekking horses and there is a horse to suit every kind of rider temperament and ability. Ercihan is an enthusiastic and high experienced guide, as is his son Bekir. It is a real joy experiencing this strangely beautiful and fascinating environment with them.
8. Guray Ceramic
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4.5 based on 119 reviews
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.
9. 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.
10. 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.
