Izmir Travel Forum

Train from Izmir to Istanbul
Posted: Fri October 16, 2009 04:01 AM UTC

We need to travel from Izmir to Istanbul and the end of a tour next year and are considering the train. Can someone tell me how this trip is? How long? Cost? how was the train? I understand that the last portion is VIA ferry. How is the connection, ferry ride, etc.? Appreciate any input from fellow travelers who have done this train trip. Jim

jim95608

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distance and bus / road travel time from Izmir to istanbul
Posted: Wed September 2, 2009 07:13 AM UTC

can anyone answer? how far is izmir from istanbul and r direct buses available? how much time it will take?

tazeenfarid

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distance and bus / road travel time from Izmir to istanbul
Posted: Wed September 2, 2009 07:13 AM UTC

can anyone answer? how far is izmir from istanbul and r direct buses available? how much time it will take?

tazeenfarid

1 reply

driving times
Posted: Sun August 16, 2009 04:10 AM UTC

how long does it take to drive from izmir to marmaris

thk you

chilliwack

4 replies

Prices in Izmir
Posted: Sun June 28, 2009 03:23 AM UTC

Hello...

Can anyone tell me what the cost is of some items just to give me an idea of it's prices in T. Lira?

For example, how much is a can of coke or how much does a postcard cost in Lira please?

Are there souvenir stalls outside where the Library of Celsus is located? In case we need bottled water, how much do these cost at this area?

Thank you very much.

jettman1

5 replies

Metro to the Bazaar
Posted: Thu June 11, 2009 07:02 PM UTC

My wife and I will visit Izmir by cruise ship for about 6+ hours in October. It would be interesting to visit the bazaar. It is my impression that could take the subway/metro from the port (Alsancak?) to Konak, and find the bazaar. Some web sites suggest that the metro is not yet functional. Guidance please.

DTerrill

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Travel from Izmir airport to Aliaga
Posted: Mon June 1, 2009 09:00 AM UTC

We are visiting Turkey later this month and need to travel from Izmir airport
to Aliaga.
I understand there is a shuttle bus from the airport to Izmir but believe this goes into the centre of Izmir as opposed to the central bus station.
Is there a link from the centre to the bus station and from the bus station which bus do we need to catch to get to Aliaga?
Thank you.

diggerdoug

1 reply

buses izmir-bodrum
Posted: Fri March 27, 2009 11:25 AM UTC

hi
when do buses leave from izmir to bodrum?

thx in advance
Selamlar ve sevgiler

bettina

bbormann

2 replies

agnes
Posted: Wed February 25, 2009 12:54 PM UTC

Please can anyone tell me how to get from marmaris to izmir the quickest.How long it will take and what the cost will be.Also if theres a bus and how often does it run.Need to visit hospital in izmir sometime in june.your gratefully agnes

agnesmcnulty

2 replies

currency
Posted: Thu January 15, 2009 07:02 PM UTC

what is the best currency to use in Izmir

thanks

Lisaandjohn

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Izmir in 1 day :(
Posted: Fri January 9, 2009 12:44 AM UTC

I will be in Izmir for 1 hort day and want to make the most of it. I am arriving via cruise ship.
We like to walk and wonder can we walk from the port to the sites?
What currency should I bring with me to spend?

thanks-cant wait to get there

Lisaandjohn

5 replies

visiting balcova
Posted: Tue December 30, 2008 02:04 PM UTC

I am arriving at Izmir port for the day Jan 14th what is the best way to get to Balcova for cable car ride?
if I use a taxi will i be able to get one back to the port later
any advice appreciated
Rob

robtinsley

2 replies

car hire
Posted: Wed November 26, 2008 08:15 PM UTC

is there a car hire company at izmir airport which will allow me to drop off a car in akbuk and pick this up as only need to get to akbuk and will manage to get back to izmir
regards blackpoolyorkie

blackpoolyorkie

4 replies

Finding Nejat
Posted: Sun November 23, 2008 02:08 AM UTC

I have read about a man named Nejat, who is a guide in Izmir. He is disabled and uses crutches but is highly recommended on the cruise blogs. DOes anyone know this getleman and how to contact him to reserve a tour?

Many thanks.

deezee

3 replies

How to get to the city centre
Posted: Mon November 17, 2008 09:14 PM UTC

I have a 7 hour layover in Izmir in January.
What is the best way to get to the city centre from the airport ? Is the Havas bus the best option or has the metro line been completed ? How long does the bus/train take ?
I will have around 4-5 hours net once you deduct around two hours for travel to and from the airport. What should I visit with the limited amount of time available ?

Thank you for any help you can provide.

George

george5b

3 replies

Art supply store
Posted: Wed November 12, 2008 10:05 PM UTC

Can anyone provide the address of an art supply stores in Izmir, Turkey where I can purchase oil paints, thinner, canvas, etc. Thank you.

bjandcocoa

1 reply

Where is VAC Izmir
Posted: Sat October 18, 2008 07:57 AM UTC

Can anyone please tell me where the VAC office is in Izmir. Vali Kazim Dirik Cad, Gayret Han, Pasaport.

Many thanks.

mintyk

2 replies

Looking for Internet info about a shop in Bazaar
Posted: Fri October 17, 2008 09:05 AM UTC

There is a shop I recently visited in Izmir, inside the Bazaar (near to the place where you can drink coffee), which sells many things made by leather, such as jewelery, books, masks, bags, and even more. Do you know if there is info in Internet or some contact way with that?

the_god

2 replies

Outlet for international brands
Posted: Mon September 22, 2008 08:50 AM UTC

Hi , can any one help me with Designer Outlet in turkey near Istanbul European Side or at Izmier?

pls send me name and details.

Thanks

mmetallica

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Best Place to but a Suit in Izmir and How Much Should I Pay
Posted: Sun August 17, 2008 09:35 PM UTC

I understand Izmir is a good place to buy a suit.

How much should I expect to pay for a cheap or good value suit?

Where is the best place to but a suit. Someone told me if you get the boat across the bay to the other side of the city things are cheaper is this true?

Many thanks

Bullock10

6 replies

Question on the Izmir to Selçuk transportation
Posted: Wed August 6, 2008 03:45 AM UTC

Are there any Izmir-Selçuk bus schedule tables available over web? If not, does anyone know what is the frequency and what is the travel time? Also, does anyone know if there are any direct buses from the Izmir airport to Selçuk?

htamada

2 replies

Izmir - Transfer from Otogar to Crowne Plaza Hotel
Posted: Thu July 17, 2008 03:25 PM UTC

Hello friends,

I have a question please :

Should you live in Izmir or know well the city, how would precisely proceed to join Crown Plaza Hotel from Otogar WITHOUT hiring a cab ? I have to do it in September and cannot find a real solution.

Thanks in advance

HERBIN

1 reply

Travelling from Izmir to Athens next September
Posted: Mon July 14, 2008 09:05 PM UTC

I need to travel, if it is possible by ship, (not a cruise) on September 27th from Izmir or near to Athens or Pireo.
Which would be the options, which would be the cost and how can I buy the ticket?
Thanks
Guillermo

Guillermo1949

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New train link from the airport to the otagar
Posted: Fri July 11, 2008 04:21 PM UTC

Has the metro from izmir airport to the otager been completed yet?

pearsonkalkan

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Izmir interpreter / guide / companion
Posted: Sat July 5, 2008 11:32 PM UTC

Hi

Me and a friend of mine will be in Izmir in September and I am considering hiring a guide/ companion / interpreter. Our trip will be mainly leisure: going to pubs, beach, travelling to interesting places arround Izmir and maybe researching some editor's offices of local newspapers, etc.

How much would such a service cost?

Thanks,

kalenderov@gmail.com

kalenderov

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Servis from Otogar or how to reach Crown Plaza Hotel without a taxi
Posted: Fri June 27, 2008 02:40 PM UTC

Hi there

We'll arrive at Otogar in Izmir. We know that our hotel offers a free shuttle service to Alsancak. Is there a "servis" joining Izmir Otogar and Alsancak ? If yes, do you know where is the terminal of this "servis" ?

Merci

HERBIN

2 replies

travel from airport to otgar
Posted: Tue June 17, 2008 11:59 PM UTC

Does anyone have any advice on how best to get to the otogar from Izmir aiport? Thanks...

byzantine77

2 replies

Compare shopping in Izmir and Istanbul
Posted: Mon June 16, 2008 11:53 AM UTC

marhaba

I'm planning to travel to turkey late August. I guess my wife will force me to have some shoppings! Specially clothings are in her intrest, offcourse I'm not so unintrested!

Regarding prices and quality, Izmir is better to shop or Istanbul?

HosseinAI

2 replies

Izmir to Selcuk- traveling around 01:00 (1:00 AM) possible?
Posted: Mon May 12, 2008 06:09 AM UTC

Hi,

I am flying into the Adnan Menderes Airport and want to take a bus to Selcuk. My flight arrives around 24:00.

1) What is the safe and cheap way to go from the airport to the bus station?
2) Are there buses which go from the Izmir bus station to the Selcuk bus station at around 1:00? Is this safe so early in the morning?

Any help would be much appreciated. Thank you!

tTravelcer

2 replies

Tour to Ephesus
Posted: Tue April 29, 2008 12:11 AM UTC

Hi,

We are taking a cruise and will be arriving to Izmir at 9:00. We have only until 3:00 pm, and we would love to get to see the house of the Virgin Mary as well as the ancient city of Ephesus. We want to contact a guide to take us from Izmir to Ephesus and back. We are 5 people and would prefer a Spanish-speaking guide if possible.

I've been looking online for sites that offer this service, with no luck.

Thank you for your help.

Aquino46

6 replies