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Secrets of Old İzmir – From Empire to Bazaar

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Duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
Languages: English
Guru: Can
Registered on 23 June 2025
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I am an English teacher for secondary schools, I spend my summer Holiday in Izmir and want to show people around to be productive and learn new cultures. I love meeting people from all around the world. If you're visiting İzmir and would like to explore the city like a local — I offer free walking tours and cultural chats over coffee! Feel free to reach out :)
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Pay-what-you-want tour, no set price, reservation and cancellation are free

Tour description

Secrets of Old İzmir – From Empire to Bazaar

Step into the heart of İzmir — once ancient Smyrna — where history hides in narrow alleys, Roman stones, and spice-filled markets.

I’m Can, a local who loves sharing the untold stories of this city. This isn’t your typical tour — it’s a walk through time, from Ottoman caravanserais to Roman agoras, with tea breaks, street art, and local legends along the way.


🗺️ What we’ll explore:

⏳ Konak Square & Clock Tower

🛍️ Kemeraltı Bazaar

☕ Kızlarağası Han (tea break)

✡️ Jewish quarter (Havra Street)

🏛️ Ancient Agora of Smyrna

🎨 Hidden backstreets & street art

🍰 Tour ends with a surprise local dessert


💬 Why join?

Small groups, real stories, and a local’s perspective.
Book now and let’s uncover İzmir’s secrets — together.

* Food paid by each guest if desired


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Konak, İzmir Saat Kulesi, 35360 Konak/İzmir, Türkiye
I have longs hairs and a pair of glasses We will meet by the famous Clock Tower of İzmir
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Outside visit
Konak Meydanı
The legendary Clock Tower.
2
Outside visit
Kemeraltı Bazaar
We will lose our ways in Great Bazaar of Izmir.
3
Outside visit
Kızlarağası Hanı
Who says no to a Turkish Coffee?
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €15 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).


Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum attendees
Does not require a minimum number of people to conduct the tour.
Additional costs
The tour requires payment for entries or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the reservation, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Cash payment only.
Secrets of Old İzmir – From Empire to Bazaar
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