Izmir

3 quieter places to add to the big sights: viewpoints, markets, walks, small museums and local favourites.

3 places in Izmir

Viewpoints~£1

Asansör Elevator and Viewpoint

Karataş

A historic elevator up to a viewpoint terrace with a café overlooking the bay.

  • Suggested time: 1 hr
  • No booking needed
  • Suits: Couples · Photographers

Daily, roughly 9:00–22:00

Culture~£3

Agora of Smyrna

Namazgah

Ruins of the Roman market square with arches and colonnades, a quiet corner of the city.

  • Suggested time: 1 hr
  • No booking needed
  • Suits: Culture lovers

Tuesday–Sunday, roughly 8:30–17:30

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Şirince Village

Şirince (80 km)

A hillside village of stone houses, fruit wine and long lunches, near Ephesus.

  • Suggested time: 3 hrs
  • No booking needed
  • Suits: Food lovers

Open-air; shops and cafés open daily

Hidden gems are the quieter alternatives to the headline sights. Prices, hours and booking advice are approximate, so check the official site before you go.

The big sights in Izmir