- Natural and Historical Attractions
- İzmir offers one-hour access to nature, plateaus, ski resorts and oceans
- The city is home to the world's oldest known bridge over Meles River
- Ephesus contains the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders
- Bergama is known for the birthplace of hygiene and the origin of the snake figure
- Modern Tourism Facilities
- Kemeraltı Bazaar is the world's largest outdoor bazaar
- Kültürpark is the oldest fairground in Türkiye
- İzmir Bird Sanctuary spans 8,000 hectares in Çiğli Çamaltı Tuzlası
- The city has 440 Group A and 10 Group C travel agencies
- Tourism Potential
- İzmir has 300 sunny days and beautiful rainfall
- The city offers urban, health, cultural and adventure tourism opportunities
- The bed capacity stands at nearly 55,000
- The cruise ship routes have been redirected to make İzmir a popular destination
- Gastronomy
- Aege dishes made with local herbs form the heart of modern gastronomy
- The city's unique herbs include olive oil, purslane, artichoke and radicchio