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Izmir City Tour

4.8 (56 reviews) 4–5 hours Free cancellation
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Izmir City Tour

About this activity

Discover Izmir’s rich history, local culture, and vibrant city life on this four-to-five-hour guided tour. Travel like a local using public transportation and follow a carefully planned route combining scenic views, historic landmarks, traditional bazaars, and ancient ruins.

Visit the Historical Elevator for sweeping views across Izmir Bay, then continue to Konak Square and the iconic Izmir Clock Tower. Explore the atmospheric Kızlarağası Han, where traditional shops and local craftsmanship reflect the city’s long commercial heritage.

Continue through Kemeraltı Market, one of Izmir’s oldest and liveliest districts. Walk along its narrow streets, discover local businesses and food stalls, and experience the authentic rhythm of daily life before visiting the Agora Open Air Museum, where the remains of ancient Smyrna reveal the city’s Roman past.

Ideal for first-time visitors, this small-group tour offers an engaging and memorable introduction to Izmir’s most distinctive highlights.

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At a glance

Duration
4–5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 14 people
People per booking
1–14
Guide
English, French, Spanish
Operated by
Gezenthi Travel Agency

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–6 years) · Adults (7–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Entry fees
  • Included: Public Transport Ticket
  • Included: Tour Guide

Not included

  • Not included: Personel Expenses
  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Drinks

Itinerary

  1. Saat Kulesi (Clock Tower)

    Passing by

    Meeting at the Clock Tower with our guide at 10.00 a.m in the morning.

  2. Tarihi Asansor

    30 min

    A century old building donated by Jewish philanthropist businessman Nesim Levi. The elevator inside the building used to transport people and merchandise across the steep cliff between the two parts of the neighborhood. We take the tramway go to Ancient Asansor and Dario Moreno Street, where we can look all city to take a good photos. Public transport will be paid by our guide.

  3. Saat Kulesi (Clock Tower)

    15 min Admission included

    The elegant looking Clock Tower has the Ottoman architectural features, known as the symbol of Izmir adorns the Konak Square just like a pearl.

    The Clock Tower was constructed by Grand Vizier Said Pasha on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of Sultan Abdulhamid II's ascending the throne in 1901. It has 25 m height with four fountains around its circular base.

  4. Kizlaragasi Han Bazaar

    one hour

    And old Bazaar from 1744 with a uniquely Ottoman architecture with rectangular plans close to 4000 square meters, with two shopping portions called "Çuha" and "Cevahir"

  5. Konak MeydanI

    30 min

    Lunch is not included, but you'll receive some suggestion from our tour guide. And we'll give you free time for lunch. Lunch time can be change depend on group size.

  6. Kemeralti Market

    2 hours

    The oldest and active open air market in the world.

  7. Agora Open Air Museum

    40 min Admission included

    An open-air museum from the Roman Empire era located in the centre of the city consisting of three floors that add to the specificity of the place. End of our services.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

End point

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
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Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide french, spanish, english

  • Involves both walking and a tram ride.

Options

  • Spanish Tour

  • English Tour

  • French Tour

Traveller ratings

4.8 out of 5 · 56 reviews
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