Reaching Bergama takes actual commitment — the drive is genuinely long. You can come without the ancient-city excuse, but let's be honest, that's why most people show up. Sundays the market comes alive; weekdays the streets go quiet. Leave your 'fast and fun' itinerary at home — you've made it this far, so slow down. Skipping the climb up to the acropolis entirely is also a perfectly legitimate plan.