Top experiences
- ✓Walk along Kordon and visit Konak Square.
- ✓Explore Kemeraltı Bazaar and the Agora.
- ✓Visit Ephesus and nearby Selçuk.
- ✓Discover Çeşme, Alaçatı or the Urla Peninsula.
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Izmir
Discover Izmir on Turkey's Aegean coast, from the waterfront atmosphere of Kordon and the historic streets of the city center to Alaçatı, Çeşme, nearby beaches and the ancient city of Ephesus.
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Izmir practical travel guide
İzmir combines a lively Aegean waterfront with historic bazaars, coastal towns, vineyards and major archaeological sites including Ephesus, Pergamon and ancient Smyrna.
Best time to visit
April to June and September to October are comfortable. July and August are hot and busy on the coast.
Getting around
Metro, suburban rail, trams, buses and ferries cover the metropolitan area. A car is useful for coastal villages and archaeological sites.
Where to stay
- •Alsancak for waterfront life.
- •Konak for historic sights.
- •Alaçatı or Çeşme for a coastal stay.
Local food to try
BoyozKumruİzmir köfteSeafoodOlive-oil dishes
Practical tips
- ✓Group city sights and distant excursions on separate days.
- ✓Use rail where possible to avoid traffic.
- ✓Carry sun protection at archaeological sites.
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