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#1Ephesus & House of the Virgin Mary Small-Group Tour

Take a look back to see the ancient Greco-Roman world come alive in the historic ruins of Ephesus. With hassle-free transportation and the experience of a kn...

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$85
per adult
Ephesus & House of the Virgin Mary Small-Group Tour

#2Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour from Izmir

THIS REGULAR GROUP TOUR MAY BE CANCELLED IN BETWEEN OCTOBER TO MARCH BECAUSE OF NOT ENOUGH TRAVELERS. YOU MAY WILL BE INFORMED BY A CANCELLATION E-MAIL IF YO...

recommend84% of travelers recommend

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$120
per adult
Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour from Izmir

#3Guided Tour of Ephesus & the House of the Virgin Mary

Uncover ancient history at the largest and most well-preserved archaeological site in Turkey. This tour takes you to Ephesus, an ancient Greek city full of s...

recommend76% of travelers recommend

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$100
per adult
Guided Tour of Ephesus & the House of the Virgin Mary

#4Tour of Ephesus, Ephesus Archaeological Museum & House of the Virgin Mary

Travel back in time to the glory days of the Roman Empire as you discover the ruins of the most complete Classical city on earth. Explore Ephesus, the Terrac...

recommend90% of travelers recommend

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$120
per adult
Tour of Ephesus, Ephesus Archaeological Museum & House of the Virgin Mary

#5Private Archaeological Ephesus Tour From Izmir Hotel&Airport

This tour was created especially for our guests who are interested in archaeology. You enjoy with full of informations and stories in the Ephesus Ancient sit...

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$45
per traveler
Private Archaeological Ephesus Tour From Izmir Hotel&Airport

#6Private Ephesus & Village Life Tour From Izmir Hotel&Airport

This tour covers all the best sights around Ephesus and village life. You will have a perfect experience with ancient history and modern Turkish village life...

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$73
per traveler
Private Ephesus & Village Life Tour From Izmir Hotel&Airport

#7Ephesus Sightseeing Tour From Izmir Hotels & Airport & Port

Ephesus comprises successive Hellenistic and Roman settlements ,which followed the coastline as it retreated westward. Excavations have revealed grand monume...

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$56
per traveler
Ephesus Sightseeing Tour From Izmir Hotels & Airport & Port

#8Small Group Ephesus Tour From Izmir

Ephesus comprises successive Hellenistic and Roman settlements ,which followed the coastline as it retreated westward. Excavations have revealed grand monume...

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$123
per traveler
Small Group Ephesus Tour From Izmir

#99 Days Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour

Day 1 Arrival & Hotel Check-in Welcome to Turkey! Upon your arrival at Istanbul Airport, our transferman will welcome you and take you to your hotel. Aft...

$1,880
per adult
9 Days Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus & Pamukkale Tour

#10Izmir & Sardis Jewish Heritage Tour

Explore Jewish heritage as you travel between the ancient cities of Izmir and Sardis. Learn about ancient history extending back to the Classical Greek era, ...

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$95
per adult
Izmir & Sardis Jewish Heritage Tour

Things To Do in Izmir

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Activities and Tours

Izmir is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Izmir to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Izmir Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Izmir.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Izmir attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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