What to do and see in Cappadocia, Turkey: The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

May 3, 2022 Kelli Reichel

Lying in south central Turkey, the moonscaped region of Cappadocia, southeast of Ankara, is most famous for unique geological features called fairy chimneys. The large, cone-like formations were created over time by erosion of the relatively soft volcanic ash around them. Past cultures have dug into them to create dwellings, castles (like Uchisar) and even entire underground cities like Kaymakli and Derinkuyu, used as hiding places by early Christians. Nearby Kayseri is the gateway to the area.
Restaurants in Cappadocia

1. Royal World Travel

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Royal World Travel

Hot Air Balloon Tours And Cappadian Local Natural And Cultural Tours

2. Touchstone Travel & Kapadokya Yolculugu

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Touchstone Travel & Kapadokya Yolculugu

Kapadokya'da otel konaklaması, tur hizmetleri, aktiviteler vb. tüm turistik hizmetleri sağlayan bir seyahat acentasıdır.

3. Sultan Carpet

32 Muze caddesi, Goreme 50180 Turkey +90 532 577 29 16 [email protected] http://www.sultancarpet.com
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Sultan Carpet

Sultan Carpet shop established in 1989 and has been serving with the best way to the customers who come from all over in the world and has been in the same place and the same name for 29 years.

Reviewed By senomzn - Serpong, Indonesia

I was planning to Sultan Carpets after reading the reviews they had over here, and I was NOT disappointed. I was greeted by Ali and Mustafa the first day I got there, they first choice I have to make on their shop is between a Turkish tea, or an Apple tea. They talked me through the ranges of carpets types, qualities, and prices. He wasn't hesitated to unroll any of his carpets to give me choices of which one carpets suits me the best, the price are very very reasonable, InsyaAllah the carpets I got will suits the house really fine. Ali's English is exceptional, I know so many Turkish around Göreme speaks English but there is something different with him, turns out he spent time in America for 5 years which explains a lot, him and Mustafa were very honest about their business, they are very comfortable to talk to, a genuine carpet shop runs by genuine carpet lover persons. Me as a moslem brother is proud to see our brother have such dedication and honesty, a very good example of Turkish hospitality! I really wanna go back to Göreme, and with God's will if I do, I'll definitely visit Sultan Carpet again!

4. Tribal Collections Nomadic Rugs and Textiles

Orta Mahallesi, Kose Cikmazi No: 1, Goreme 50180 Turkey +90 384 271 27 60 [email protected] http://www.tribalcollectionscarpets.com
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Tribal Collections Nomadic Rugs and Textiles

Ruth Lockwood is the owner of Tribal Collections - a beautiful rug gallery in a restored cave house, in the village of Goreme, Cappadocia. Originally from NZ, and with 30yrs of expertise in Turkey, her gallery has an established reputation for integrity and quality and is a leading choice for those looking to learn, or to acquire, a beautiful hand-woven rug, flat-woven kilim or tribal weaving. Ruth can help you navigate the stunning styles, intricate designs and rich color palettes to find the rug that İs just 'right' for you and expresses your individuality. She buys at source and chooses each of her rugs personally so you can be assured of their quality & authenticity. You are welcome to spend time with her, browse and enjoy, or learn more about motifs, dyes and traditions that make every carpet unique. She has a wide-open door policy and fixed prices: making it easy for you to compare and importantly you know you are with a trusted professional who is passionate about rugs!

Reviewed By ChristinaM645 - Burleson, United States

My parents and I first met Ruth in the early 2000s. Last spring during the midst of the pandemic, I worked via email with Ruth to select some kilim cushion covers for the house my husband and I had just moved into. The attached picture are a mix of some I purchased in 2015 during a visit to Turkey and some that were shipped to us during the pandemic. Online ordering was easy and secure, and shipping was fast. But nothing compares to actually visiting her store.

5. Galerie Faruk

Kesek Meydani, Yukari Mahalle, Uchisar 50240 Turkey +90 384 219 30 13 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/GalerieFaruk
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Galerie Faruk

Kilim carpets new old and antique

6. Kervan Carpet & Kilim

Oartamah. Uzundere Sok 17, Goreme 50180 Turkey +90 544 596 06 18 [email protected] http://kervancarpet-kilim.com
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Kervan Carpet & Kilim

Kervan Carpet & Kilim was established in 1978 by my father. We sell old and antique carpets woven in Anatolia in the same manner as they been have for centuries. Our source for these carpets is often from wedding dowries and those handed down from our ancestors. All carpets use natural vegetable dyes,unlike others sold commercially which are not of good quality.

Reviewed By victinst - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

This is my second time at Ibrahim shop.. I already bought few kilim gigim and carpet before last few year.. Try to compare with almost all carpet shop in goreme and urgup, Kervan carpet n kilim for me is the best.. they sell good quality carpet depending on your budget and explain everything in details.. their hospitality and service are great.. if you want to learn about carpet and kilim just come and meet ibrahim and his partner.. they will tell you everything even you not going to buy any.. Just for the record, they sell their carpet with very reasonable price compare to other shop that sell almost double the price..

7. Art By Emre

Hakki Pasa Meydani, Merkez Cami Yani, Goreme 50180 Turkey +90 535 441 45 36 [email protected] http://www.facebook.com/pages/Art-by-Emre/361399203958073
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Art By Emre

Reviewed By 798muratc

Very friendly and big heart EMRE...Thank you very much for everything.....He helped us so much........He has a lovely cozy shop.........Most souvenirs are made from him....He is totally succesfull person abaut artwork......He is very polite and kind person...We feel very lucky to meet with him.....Best place to get a good souvenir of your Cappadocia trip.....We cant thank him enough......All the best EMRE...We had our best time with you in Goreme!!!

8. Cappadocia Dowry Carpet

Bilal Eroglu Caddesi No: 2 Near by Kebapzade Restaurant, Goreme 50180 Turkey +90 545 554 72 79 [email protected]
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Cappadocia Dowry Carpet

The Dowry Carpet, offers to guests that hand made Carpets, Kilims and Sumaks. There are lots of unique significances on them. Actually the funniest thing is trying to estimate what they looks like. Please do not hesitate to visit us to get only some information without buying anything. Because our purpose is not only selling something, we're also glad to explain you our culture!

Reviewed By sarawillner

My boyfriend and I are visiting turkey from Los Angeles. We found Cappadocia Dowry by driving by and ended up buying 2 beautiful hand made rugs when we didn’t even need. The shop is ran by Ozgur, his brother and father, a wonderful family and we couldn’t be happier! After visiting several cities all over turkey by far they have the best quality rugs with the most character! Ozgur is amazing, honest, helped us and taught us so much about the history and detail of each rug. I highly highly recommend supporting this wonderful kind family who knows what they are doing! They even offered to ship the rugs to us. We couldn’t be happier! Thank you Ozgur! We’ll definitely keep in touch and be buying many more pieces from you in the future!

9. Chez Bircan Pottery

Yukari Mah. Kayikci Sok, Avanos 50500 Avanos Turkey +90 384 511 35 58
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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!

10. Hakan Kilim

Müze Cad. No: 46, Goreme Turkey +90 536 254 49 14 [email protected] https://www.facebook.com/hakankilimcappadocia/
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Hakan Kilim

Hakan Kilim rug paradise tribal art lover antique textile collecter

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