İzmir: City Walking Tour with the Old Bazaar
ID: GYG1448239-2210775
Category:
Country: Turkey
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Walk through İzmir with a local guide. See Konak Square, the Clock Tower, the historic Kemeraltı Bazaar, the Kordon seafront and lively Alsancak.
Get to know İzmir the way locals do, on foot and off the tourist track.
We start on the waterfront at Konak Square, next to the iconic İzmir Clock Tower, the symbol of the city. Your guide shares the story of İzmir, from ancient Smyrna to the modern Aegean city it is today. Then we step into Kemeraltı, the 17th century bazaar that has been the heart of local trade for centuries.
Inside the bazaar you'll walk narrow lanes full of spice sellers, coppersmiths, tailors and small family run shops. You'll see historic mosques, old han courtyards and hidden corners most visitors walk right past, while your guide explains daily life, local traditions and how this city works.
Then we head back to the sea and walk the Kordon, İzmir's famous promenade with views over the gulf and one of the best spots to watch local life go by.
The tour ends in Alsancak, the city's most vibrant neighborhood, known for its historic streets, cafés and energy. We say goodbye at the ferry pier, where you can catch a ferry, take a taxi, or stay and enjoy the evening like a local.
Perfect for first time visitors who want to understand İzmir before exploring it on their own.
Highlights
- See Konak Square and the İzmir Clock Tower
- Explore Kemeraltı Bazaar with a local guide
- Learn İzmir's history from ancient Smyrna to today
- Walk the Kordon with Aegean sea views
- Finish in Alsancak, the city's social heart
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We will meet at the entrance of the Konak Ferry Station
INCLUDED
- Local Tour Guide (Hospitality Expert)
NOT INCLUDED
- Food & Drinks
- Personal Expenses
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
