based on 5 experiences from female travelers
Aleyna
Turkey
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.
Posted: April 10, 2025Sultan
Turkey
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.
Posted: March 10, 2025Experienced: June, 2024Fatma
France
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.
Posted: August 3, 2024Experienced: June, 2003Izmir is an amazing City. I have stayed there for some time and enjoyed it very much. The food and hospitality are amazing. The weather mostly sunny and the sea nearby. I fell in love with Turkey. I can only recommend to visit.
Posted: May 21, 2024Experienced: April, 2023Based on 62 reports
Based on 62 reports
There’re lots of ghettos districts in the hills and people there are poor. Lots of unsafe intersections are happening there. Also lots of stray dogs that could attack you. In General it’s safe, but not everywhere
Posted: June 1, 2026Generally 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.
Posted: November 16, 2025Ayda
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
Posted: October 25, 2025It 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.
Posted: September 9, 2025Based on reports from women living in Izmir, we created a safety map highlighting areas where they feel unsafe during the day or at night.
Özgün
Izmir
3 days
Hi! My name is Özgün , Im from Turkey . My bacholer degree business administration and I got my MBA degree . I lived in Czech Republic one year as Erasmus exchange student . I travelled 22 countries love traveling. Also I love animals , nature. I adopted two dog. I'm interested in books, culture, languages, nature.
ayfer
Izmir
3 days
I love to experience to feel alive That includes : Chat with new People Run on hot sand Sing in the forest Lay on the sea See new places Taste new foods Listen good experiences Laugh as much as I can Chase my cat at home Hug with your love