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10 Days in İzmir: A Journey of History, Nature, and Culinary Delights

KADİR AL

KADİR AL

12 Jan 2024

Embark on a 10-day adventure in İzmir, where ancient marvels, breathtaking landscapes, and mouthwatering cuisine await. Discover hidden gems like the Church of St. Vukolos and İzmir Historical Elevator Building, hike up Mount Spil for panoramic views, and indulge in traditional Turkish dishes at local favorites like Han Bağı Restaurant and Ayşa Boşnak Börekçisi. Get ready for an unforgettable experience in this vibrant city on the Aegean coast.

Trip to İzmir

Day 1Exploring İzmir's Hidden Gems
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$3

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$ 1

Bukalemoon Cafe & Food
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
4 - 6 min

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Büyükpark
Urban park since 1934 with a kids' playground, football field & fountain, plus benches & a tea room.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Church of St. Vukolos
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Hisar Mosque
Landmark 1590s mosque featuring a domed interior with a mix of Ottoman & European-style art.
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 2Conquering Mount Spil
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$1

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$ 1

Spil Dem Aile Çay Bahçesi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
63 - 76 min

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Mount Spil
This 1,513m-tall forested mountain features the famous Weeping Rock, plus hiking & camping.
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Parks, Gevrek, and Ataturk
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$7

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$ 1

Küçükpark Gevrek Evi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
14 - 21 min

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Aşık Veysel Rekreasyon Alanı
Leisure park with hiking trails & tennis courts, an ice hockey hall & an outdoor arena for concerts.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Ataturk Museum
Museum in a stately neoclassical mansion showcasing Ataturk's political life & history.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$4
Day 4A Gastronomic Journey and Cable Car Adventure
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$9

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$ 2

Han Bağı Restaurant
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
5 - 6 min

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Buca Gölet
Green area with a large duck pond, children's play equipment & a restaurant & a cafe.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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İzmir Büyükşehir Belediyesi Hasanağa Bahçesi
Large urban park with paths for running & biking, plus facilities for tennis & basketball.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Konak Mosque
This domed, 8-sided mosque is famous for its very small size & its diminutive minaret.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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İZULAŞ A.Ş. İZMİR BALÇOVA TELEFERİK
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$8
Day 5Strolling Along the Kordon and Cultural Delights
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$8

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$ 1

Moresi Eskiköy
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
3 - 4 min

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Kordon Alsancak Izmir
Waterside walkway backed by cafes, museums & galleries, a popular meeting spot for sunset viewing.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Konak Tunnel
Covered, 1,674-m road tunnel on a route between central Konak & İzmir's provincial bus terminal.
11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Ahmed Adnan Saygun Sanat Merkezi
Contemporary performing arts venue featuring comfortable, multi-level seating in a vast space.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$5
Day 6Bistros, Parks, and Historical Elevators
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$9

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$ 1

Rumeli Bistro
Forbes Sevgi Yolu No: 9 / A Şirinyer
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
2 - 3 min

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Şirinyer Park
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
13 - 16 min

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İzmir Historical Elevator Building
Charming historical tower offering sweeping ocean views, a cafe & a viewing platform.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$6
12 - 15 min

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Güzelyali Park
City park with palm trees & fountains, plus evening lights & cafes in surrounding streets.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 7Immersing in Ancient History at Smyrna Agora
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$13

L'Agora Old Town Cafe
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
6 - 9 min

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Smyrna Agora Ancient City
Excavated 4th-century city with remaining courtyards, gates, porticoes, streets & temples.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$6
5 - 8 min

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Agora Ören Yeri
Open-air museum featuring the remains of an ancient Greek & Roman market & city center.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$5
Day 8Börek, Kadifekale, and Bostanlı Coast
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$2

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$ 1

Ayşa Boşnak Börekçisi & Ev Yemekleri
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
7 - 9 min

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Mount Kadifekale
610-ft. hill with a castle dating back to the era of Alexander the Great & adjacent Roman cisterns.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
27 - 33 min

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Bostanlı Coast
Waterside green space with grassy picnic areas, bike paths & a skate park, known for sunset views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
Day 9Cafés, Parks, and a Historic Mansion
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$7

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$ 1

Café Pınar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
4 - 6 min

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Kültürpark İzmir
Green space hosting concerts & fairs, home to palm-lined paths & fountains with sculptures.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
21 - 26 min

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Latife Hanim Mansion and Memorial House
Elegant house belonging to the wife of Atatürk, with period furniture, wax figures & a garden cafe.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 10Savory Farewell at İnciraltı Kent Ormanı
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$4

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$ 1

Ergun Usta Ev Yemekleri
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$4
13 - 16 min

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İnciraltı Kent Ormanı
Forested peninsula with waterside trails for walking & cycling, shady picnic spots & a cafe.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Bayraklı Sahil
Long bayside park & promenade, popular for fishing & sunset watching, with modern public artworks.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $68 In total

Activities & Food:$61
Transport:$8