Printable maps of Izmir
Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Izmir
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Izmir with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Izmir area
This Izmir map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Izmir and surroundings
Overview of festivals and celebrations in Turkey
Everyone thinks that tulips originally came from the Netherlands. In reality, these flowers are native to Central Asia and Turkey. Tulips were brought to the Netherlands in the 16th century and quickly became popular there. Tulips are an important element in local art, folklore, and everyday life. Every year, the Islamic country hosts a unique holiday dedicated to this beautiful spring flower. … Open
Photogallery of Izmir sights
Our guide to Izmir
Cuisine and top restaurants
Travellers who enjoy seafood dishes will like Deniz restaurant. Such a huge choice of culinary delights is simply hard to find in any other restaurant of Izmir. The restaurant’s chefs do not cease to surprise guests with unique signature dishes. Parking restaurant is open in a beautiful garden. Its menu contains dishes of absolutely different culinary trends. The composition of dishes is updated literally … Open 
Traditions and mentality of Izmir
As Turkey is a Muslim country, all Islamic holidays are honored and widely celebrated. Among the most important holidays, it is important to mention the Holy Month of Ramadan, its final called Eid al-Fitr (also known as Seker Bayrami), and Eid al-Adha. Ramadan is, actually, not the best time for entertainment. All Muslim people fast during this month, and many entertainment venues can even be closed for Ramadan. … Open
Travel guide to Izmir
In Izmir, there is a magnificent zoo, which will be interesting to visit by all, without exception, nature lovers or travelers with children. In this zoo, there are almost no habitual aviaries and cells; animals are given maximum freedom. On the territory of the zoo, there are several beautiful ponds, playgrounds for small visitors, and also recreation areas. Fans of unusual attractions in Izmir must find the … Open
Izmir for children - what to visit
The cultural program of leisure can be diversified by visiting the children’s museum, Umran Baradan Oyuncak Muzesi. This museum has a large and very interesting collection of toys which will be interesting to study not only for children, but also for adults. Among the presented toys, there are ones of real antiquarian values. In the museum, there are many toys that were made by hand. There are also excellent … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
In search of cheap clothes and accessories, you can visit Mudo Outlet. It is located in the vicinity of Izmir and includes trading pavilions of many famous European brands. Several times a year, they have special discounts, when brand goods can be purchased at the lowest prices. Within the city, a well-known Optimum Outlet ve Eglence Merkezi is situated. It deserves visiting not only because of cheap clothes. … Open
Advices for travellers
7. Entering mosques wearing shoes is prohibited. In some cases it can be put in a bag and taken along during an excursion. Tourists may not be allowed to enter the territory of some religious objects if their outfit is too revealing or bright. The legs must be necessarily closed at least until knees, and blouses and shirts must have long sleeves. Women will also need to cover their heads with a handkerchief. … Open
