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
3 quieter places to add to the big sights: viewpoints, markets, walks, small museums and local favourites.
3 places in Izmir
Karataş
A historic elevator up to a viewpoint terrace with a café overlooking the bay.
Daily, roughly 9:00–22:00
Namazgah
Ruins of the Roman market square with arches and colonnades, a quiet corner of the city.
Tuesday–Sunday, roughly 8:30–17:30
Şirince (80 km)
A hillside village of stone houses, fruit wine and long lunches, near Ephesus.
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.