Izmir City Tour with a Professional Guide, Izmir

About this activity

Discover the rich history, culture, and local character of Izmir on an immersive city tour led by a licensed professional guide.

Begin at the historic Izmir Elevator, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the city. Here, you may also choose the optional experience of watching traditional Turkish Ebru marbling art.

Continue to Konak Square, home to the iconic Izmir Clock Tower, one of the city’s best-known landmarks.

From there, explore the vibrant atmosphere of Kemeraltı Bazaar, where historic streets, traditional shops, local culture, and daily life come together.

The final stop is the Agora of Ancient Smyrna, one of Izmir’s most important archaeological sites. Discover the ancient history of Smyrna and learn about key figures connected to the city, including Alexander the Great and Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius.

Throughout the tour, your guide will share insights into Izmir’s history and cultural heritage. Travel between stops on foot or comfortably by public transportation.

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At a glance

Duration: 5 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–10
Guide: English
Operated by: Tour Fantasia

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Public transportation
Included: Licensed professional tour guide

Not included

Not included: If experienced, the lunch or snacks can turn out to be a gastronomic experience. Cost is up to guest's decision.
Not included: Entrance fees: Smyrna Agora Entrance Fee
Not included: Private Tour Arts Show
Not included: Group Arts Show

Itinerary

Tarihi Asansor

20 min

We will visit the historic elevator, which has been in operation since 1907. After reaching the viewing area, approximately 40 meters above the ground, you will enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of İzmir.

Here, we will also have the opportunity to discover Ebru, the traditional Turkish art of marbling. You will learn how this fascinating art is created and, if you wish, have the chance to try it yourself.

Or we will watch a local artist creating handmade leather bracelets. If you wish, you can even take part in making your own bracelet.

Making this arts activity can take aproximately 20 minutes more. And Ebru Arts activity needs to be extra paid as explained in the tour details.
Saat Kulesi (Clock Tower)

10 min

The İzmir Clock Tower was built in 1901 to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the accession to the throne of the Ottoman Sultan Abdülhamid II. Designed by a French architect, the tower features elegant craftsmanship with North African influences.

It quickly became one of the most recognizable symbols of İzmir and remains perhaps the city’s most iconic landmark. We will have the opportunity to take a closer look at this beautiful monument and appreciate the elegance and artistic details that reflect the spirit of its era.
Yali Mosque

Passing by

Yalı Mosque, also known as Konak Mosque, is one of İzmir’s most recognizable Ottoman landmarks. Built in 1755 by Ayşe Hanım, the mosque stands beside Konak Square and the Clock Tower. Its elegant octagonal design, distinctive red-tiled exterior, and charming ceramic decorations make it a beloved symbol of İzmir.
Kemeralti Market

1 h 30 min

The historic Kemeraltı Bazaar is İzmir’s oldest commercial district, with a history that stretches back to ancient times. As an open-air marketplace, it is also one of the largest historic bazaars of its kind in the world.

Kemeraltı has long been the heart of İzmir’s trade and remains one of the most important commercial and cultural centers in Türkiye.

During our visit, we will explore the historic bazaar, including an Ottoman-era mosque and a traditional caravanserai. You will have plenty of time to browse the shops and do some shopping at your own pace, while also discovering and tasting some of the more exotic and delicious flavors of Turkish cuisine.
Kizlaragasi Han Bazaar

15 min

Built in 1744, Kızlarağası Han was one of İzmir’s important Ottoman commercial centers. Located near the historic port, it served merchants and travelers as a place for trading, storing goods, and accommodation. Its courtyard once welcomed caravans from Anatolia. Today, the beautifully restored han houses traditional shops, cafés, handicrafts, and local souvenirs.
Stop 6

5 min

Hisar Mosque, built in 1597–1598 by Yakup Bey, is one of İzmir’s largest and most impressive Ottoman mosques. Named after the fortress once located near the harbor entrance, it features a magnificent central dome supported by eight pillars. Its richly decorated interior showcases Ottoman calligraphy, painted ornamentation, and fine craftsmanship.
Stop 7

40 min Admission not included

At Smyrna Agora, visitors can explore the remains of ancient İzmir’s Roman-era marketplace and civic center. Highlights include impressive vaulted galleries, marble columns, inscriptions, fountains, and the well-preserved underground water channels. The site also reveals traces of the ancient basilica, where important civic, commercial, and administrative activities once took place.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

We will meet you by the Konak Clock Tower. Our guide will be waiting for you wıth a sign wıth the lead traveler's name.
We will meet you at the exit of arrival hall. Our guide will be waiting for you wıth a sign wıth the lead traveler's name.

End point

We will meet you by the Konak Clock Tower. Our guide will be waiting for you wıth a sign wıth the lead traveler's name.
We will meet you at the exit of arrival hall. Our guide will be waiting for you wıth a sign wıth the lead traveler's name.

Using your ticket

The ticket provided by Viator must be declared to the Guide. Museum enterance ticket should be bought at tme museum.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Group Tour Arts Activity

Local Arts Ebru or Souvenir: This is a professionally guided tour.

Ebru Art activity is 15 euros and excluded. Souvenir Making is free.

Group Tour: You will take part in a group up to 10 people.

Duration: 5 hours: Local Arts Ebru or Souvenir activity takes approximately 20 mins. The whole tour is 5 hours.

Main Attractions Points: Historical Asansor-Arts Activity- Clock Tower-Kemeralti Bazaar- Smyrna Agora

Public Transport: Travel via trolley comfartably.
Private Tour Arts Activity

Local Arts Ebru or Souvenir: This tour is a professionally guided tour.

Ebru Art activity is 70 euros per booking and excluded. Souvenir making is free.

Private Tour: Private Tours are only for the person who book the tour. Not shared with others.

Duration: 5 hours: Local Arts Ebru or Souvenir activity takes approximately 30 mins. The whole tour is 5 hours.

Main Attraction Points: Asansor-Arts Activity-Clock Tower-Kemeralti Bazaar-Smyrna Agora

Public Transport: Travel via trolley comfartably.
Private Tour

Regular Itenarary: This tour is a professionally guided tour.

No additional fees.

Without Arts Activity.

Private Tour: Private Tours are only for the person who book the tour. Not shared with others.

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes

Main Attractions Points : Historical Asansor-Clock Tower-Kemeralti Bazaar- Smyrna Agora

Public Transport: Travel via trolley comfartably.
Group Tour

Group Tour: This tour is a professionally guided tour.

No additional fees.

Without Arts Activity.

Group Tour: You will take part in a group up to 10 pax.

Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes

Main Attractions Points: Historical Asansor-Clock Tower-Kemeralti Bazaar- Smyrna Agora

Public Transport: Travel via trolley comfartably.