Family travel

I went to İzmir with my family last summer and it was amazing. I visited for the first time. They camped at a camping site around two weeks (I joined them for the remaining 4 days). If you come to İzmir you shouldn’t leave without visiting Ephesus Ruins. I would recommend visiting at night because it’s so hot during day and it looks even more breathtaking with the lightnings at night.

Solo travel

I was there camping and had to tell you that I left my heart in Izmir when I came back to the İstanbul🥹. The food, sea, and people, and every second I spent there was a magnificent memory for me. I am thinking about going to Izmir this summer again if I have my chance.

Solo travel

I unfortunately lost all my photos, but I remember that it was a quiet and very friendly place. The locals were very warm. The meals were splendid and very exotic for the time.

Generally speaking, It is a lively city with very structured demographic. You know what to expect from where you go at any hour as a local I would say. Touristic places are safer but have the danger of paying much more if it is obvious that you are a tourist. People are warm and accepting towards foreigners and mostly open to help. Many know English especially younger locals. However, some areas are not safe to visit even in broad daylight. Please ask a local before planning your trip.

you shouldnt use taxi alone ---------------- dont go to the clubs alone ------------------------ dont drink/smoke from someone ------------- you can use the "izmirim kart" app or credit card for the bus/train/ferry etc. and they work till 12a.m ~ 1.00 a.m

It may vary depending on the region you are staying in. But you can easily visit the touristic spots. Theft incidents are low, but unfortunately, as a woman, you may be verbally harassed or visually harassed.