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Izmir, Turkey

Top things to do in Izmir

15 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.

Kemeraltı
Market4.2

Kemeraltı

2,223 reviews

Historic bazaar district with narrow lanes, shops, mosques, and a lively atmosphere for shopping and dining.

St. John's Cathedral (İzmir)
Religious site

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What is the most visited attraction in Izmir?

Kemeraltı draws the most traveler reviews of anywhere we track in Izmir, with 2,223 of them, rated 4.2 out of 5. Review volume is the closest honest proxy we have for how many people actually turn up, so it is what this list is ranked by.

Which place in Izmir do visitors rate highest?

Hisar Mosque holds the highest rating in Izmir among places with a meaningful number of reviews, at 4.5 out of 5 from 189 reviews. It is less busy than Kemeraltı, which is often exactly why it scores better.

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4.2

St. John's Cathedral (İzmir)

2,223 reviews

A 19th-century Roman Catholic cathedral serving as the seat of the Archdiocese of İzmir, notable for its neo-Gothic architecture and peaceful interior.

İzmir Clock Tower
Landmark4.3

İzmir Clock Tower

1,637 reviews

An iconic Ottoman-era clock tower in Konak Square, built in 1901 and a beloved symbol of İzmir.

Asansör
Landmark4.3

Asansör

1,213 reviews

Ride a historic 1907 elevator to a rooftop café for sweeping views over Izmir's skyline and the shimmering bay.

Konak Square
Landmark4.2

Konak Square

599 reviews

Central public square featuring the iconic Clock Tower, government buildings, and ferry connections.

Agora of Smyrna
Historic site4.1

Agora of Smyrna

552 reviews

An ancient Roman marketplace with well-preserved ruins, including columns and arches, in the heart of İzmir.

Museum
Museum4.1

Bostanlı Open-air Archaeological Museum

552 reviews

An open-air museum along the Bostanlı coastline displaying ancient artifacts and ruins in a scenic park setting.

Kadifekale
Historic site3.5

Kadifekale

224 reviews

Ancient hilltop castle offering panoramic views over İzmir and the Gulf, dating to the 4th century BC.

İzmir Archaeological Museum
Museum4

İzmir Archaeological Museum

198 reviews

Explore ancient artifacts from the Smyrna region, including intricate statues and sarcophagi that reveal the area's rich classical heritage.

İnciraltı Sea Museum
Museum4

İnciraltı Sea Museum

198 reviews

A naval museum on the İzmir waterfront featuring historic ships, submarines, and maritime exhibits.

Hisar Mosque
Religious site4.5

Hisar Mosque

189 reviews

Grand 16th-century Ottoman mosque in Kemeraltı bazaar, known for its ornate interior, courtyard, and towering minarets.

İzmir Atatürk Museum
Museum4.5

İzmir Atatürk Museum

131 reviews

Historic house museum where Atatürk stayed during his İzmir visits, furnished with personal belongings and period pieces.

Cumhuriyet Square (İzmir)
Landmark4.2

Cumhuriyet Square (İzmir)

77 reviews

Central İzmir square with the iconic Atatürk Monument, surrounded by historic buildings and hosting national celebrations.

İzmir Ethnography Museum
Museum3.7

İzmir Ethnography Museum

46 reviews

Step into traditional Turkish life through exhibits of colorful costumes, handwoven carpets, and everyday objects from Izmir's past.

Kültürpark
Park & nature4.4

Kültürpark

37 reviews

A large urban park hosting the annual İzmir International Fair, with green spaces, museums, and a lake.