Laodikeia really surprised us — the temples, the bouleuterion, two theatres and the long Syrian Street all in one site. Our e-ticket was delivered straight to my email and the QR scanner picked it up immediately. So much easier than queueing at a booth.

Felt like we had Laodikeia almost entirely to ourselves. The ancient church with its preserved baptistery is a must-see and the western theatre has a beautiful view. Bought the ticket from the car on the way there, it landed in my email within a minute.

Loved exploring Laodikeia, especially the enormous Stadium and the colonnaded main street. Restoration work is ongoing so a few sections are roped off but the scale of the site is incredible. Booking was quick and the ticket came by email right after payment.

Laodikeia is one of those underrated ancient sites — vast, atmospheric and almost empty compared to Pamukkale just up the road. The Syrian Street and the early Christian church ruins were highlights. E-ticket reached my inbox immediately and scanned at the gate without any issue.