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At Abbey Travel we offer package holidays & short trips to Izmir with flights, accommodation, transfers and expert advice. Book your Izmir city break online today!
Izmir is Turkey’s third largest city with a population of around 4 million people. In recent years, it has grown to become a popular tourist destination due to the abundance of things to do and see. It’s location along the Aegean Coast means that Izmir experiences hot, sunny Summers and mild, occasionally damp Winters. With up to 300 days of sunshine a year, Izmir makes for the perfect City Break or holiday destination year-round.
Izmir was formerly the ancient Roman city of Smyrna, and many features of this time period remain. Some of the most famous include the Agora, formerly a public meeting place and now an open-air museum with the original pillars and arches intact; the Izmir Clock Tower and the Pergamon Acroplis. When you’ve had your fill of sightseeing, there are plenty of markets and bazaars waiting to be explored as well as bars and restaurants. There’s plenty to fill your days in Izmir.
With so much to do and see, a trip to Izmir is sure to be a hit with every type of holidaymaker. Couples will love the sightseeing opportunities as well as the beaches where Izmir’s incredible weather can be enjoyed to the fullest. Izmir would also make for an interesting and fun family holiday, with museums, waterparks and plenty of markets that are sure to keep every member of the family entertained.
Aer Lingus fly from Dublin to Izmir three times a week between the months of March and October with an approximate flight time of 7 hours. Let Abbey Travel take care of your holiday to Izmir with flights, accommodation and expert advice included.