Historical Elevator

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Famous for its panoramic Izmir views! Izmir Historical Elevator, which has become one of the iconic structures of Izmir and was built by a businessman in 1907, will immediately attract your attention with its 58 meters height. Located between Mithatpaşa Street and Şehit Nihatbey Street and famous for its panoramic İzmir views, the elevator consists of 155 steps. On the top floor of the elevator, there is a cafeteria and a viewing terrace. You can sip your tea and take wonderful photos with panoramic views of Izmir on the terrace of the Historic Elevator, which is worth seeing with its impressive classical stone architecture.

Clock Tower

Historisch

The symbol of Izmir! It was built in 1901 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Ottoman Sultan Abdülhamit's accession to the throne. Located at the entrance of Kemeraltı Bazaar and next to Konak Yalı Mosque, the impressive 25-meter-high 4-storey clock tower differs from other Ottoman clock towers with its original architecture. Do not leave the city without taking a photo at the Izmir Clock Tower, which has a floor width of 81 m2, where Abdulhamid's signature is also embroidered in relief.

Ataturk Konak Square

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Kemeraltı

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The Kemeraltı Bazaar, with its authenticity reminiscent of the old Ottoman markets! Famous for being one of the oldest bazaars in the world, Kemeraltı Bazaar is still the largest open-air market in Izmir today. The bazaar spreads over a wide area from the Mezarlıkbaşı district to Konak Square. The bazaar, which is a shopping paradise with many shops and stores, was created by filling the sea between 1650 and 1670. You will have the chance to examine the best examples of traditional Turkish handicrafts in Kemeraltı Bazaar, which has been the heart of commerce in İzmir for hundreds of years and offers a rich shopping option with its covered bazaars, inns, spice shops, antique shops and second-hand booksellers. You should definitely stop by Kemeraltı Bazaar, which was added to the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List in 2020, for a pleasant evening walk and shopping.

İzmir Atatürk Anıtı

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War memorial featuring a bronze equestrian statue of Turkish military leader & president Atatürk.

Kardeşler Büfe

Cafe

The famous sesame sandwich bread of Izmir, Kumru! It is so named because it resembles a dove in terms of shape. But over time, it identified its name with the hot sandwich, which is a fast food unique to Izmir and consists of a variety of delicatessen products filled with kumru bread. It is the most preferred dish for lunch or midnight snacks. It includes salami, sausage, cheese and tomato, optional ketchup and mayonnaise. The place most famous for its kumru in İzmir is Kardeşler Büfe.

Kordon Route

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The liveliest and busiest street of Izmir! Kordon, which stretches along the coast in Alsancak, is among the constant travel addresses of Izmir. Covering the coastline between İzmir Cumhuriyet Square and İzmir Port, Kordon was opened to the public after 150 meters of the sea was filled. You can also enjoy the nostalgic tram in Kordon, where the filling works were stopped after it was declared a protected area in 1999. Kordon, which is lively at all hours of the day with its walking paths, grass resting areas, cafes and bicycle paths offering beautiful Aegean views, is one of the most lively and popular places in Izmir. Izmir tours are not complete without a walk in Kordon.

Dostlar Fırını

Cafe

Boyoz and eggs at Dostlar Bakery, Izmir's famous breakfast! Boyoz, which takes its name from the word "bollos" meaning "small loaves" in Spanish, was transferred to Izmir cuisine from the cuisine of Sephardic Jews who immigrated to Izmir from Spain in 1492. You can find this unleavened food, similar to puff pastry, in every corner of İzmir. However, the first place that comes to mind when Boyoz is mentioned in İzmir is Alsancak Dostlar Bakery. Although it is usually eaten plain, here is the boyoz; It has many varieties such as eggplant, mozzarella, and tahini.

Peace Steps

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Arkas Marine Historical Center

Museum

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Delikli Koyu(Alacati)

One of the symbols of Cesme with its unique view that adorns the covers of tourism magazines, is worth seeing with its magnificent rock landscapes shaped by wind and harsh waves over thousands of years. It is very close to Alaçatı and takes its name from the hole formed naturally in the middle of a huge rock mass. The fascinating cove is one of the first places you should stop by in Izmir, both to take pictures and to swim, with its sea so clear that you can even see the fish, its untouched natural beauty and interesting rock formations. Delikli Koy can also be explored with boat trips, diving tours and nature walks, or you can set up your tent in the camping areas around the bay and spend relaxing days.

One of the symbols of Cesme with its unique view that adorns the covers of tourism magazines, is worth seeing with its magnificent rock landscapes shaped by wind and harsh waves over thousands of years. It is very close to Alaçatı and takes its name from the hole formed naturally in the middle of a huge rock mass. The fascinating cove is one of the first places you should stop by in Izmir, both to take pictures and to swim, with its sea so clear that you can even see the fish, its untouched natural beauty and interesting rock formations. Delikli Koy can also be explored with boat trips, diving tours and nature walks, or you can set up your tent in the camping areas around the bay and spend relaxing days.

Ayda Winery & Vineyards

Bar

Wine tasting in touch with nature! It is a winery established at an altitude of 400 meters near Gödence Village in Seferihisar district of Izmir. It was founded by a family that developed itself by attending the best courses and gaining the right to participate in the best trainings. In addition to wine tasting, you can taste main dishes made with wine. You can learn how to make your own wine by participating in workshops and trainings held at certain times.

Ephesus Ancient City

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The ancient city, Ephesus, where the most famous philosophers of traiche grew up! One of Turkey's most visited historical treasures, the Ancient City of Ephesus, each of which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List, is different from Çukuriçi Höyük, Ayasuluk Hill, Ephesus Ancient City and the House of the Virgin Mary. The ancient city of Ephesus, one of the largest and most powerful cities of the ancient period, has also trained many philosophers and scientists in its long history, Herakletos and Hermodor. In this fascinating ancient city, where you can explore with guided tours, you will take a journey in history between the Ephesus Antique Theater, the largest open-air theater of the ancient period with a capacity of 24,000 people, the Celsius Library, Hadrian's Temple, Curates Street and impressive terrace houses. Ephesus Antique Theater, which also organizes many important international events every year in its ancient theater, is among the historical places that should definitely be visited in Izmir trips.

Village of Sirince

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Sirince Village, one of the most famous villages in Turkey, which has managed to preserve its authentic Aegean atmosphere! It is a very popular village among both local and foreign tourists. Şirince, which is shown as one of the most beautiful villages in Turkey with its historical houses lined up on the mountain slopes among lush natural beauties, Since 2012 was mentioned as one of the two survivors in the world in Mayan prophecies, it gained a worldwide reputation in a short time. The village, which is famous for its wines made for hundreds of years, is surrounded by quality vineyards and organic product gardens. You can stay in Ottoman houses with bay windows in the peaceful atmosphere of Şirince Village, which is also visited as a cultural center with Nesin Mathematics Village and Theater Madrasa; You can taste the local Aegean flavors and the famous Sirince wines