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Home/Destinations/Izmir/İzmir in 1 day
1 day · Izmir itinerary

İzmir in 1 Day: The Perfect One-Day Itinerary

Only have one day around İzmir? See ancient Ephesus. Here is how to spend one perfect day — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Ephesus
  2. 2Virgin Mary House
  3. 3Şirince
  4. 4İzmir Kordon

Morning: Ephesus

The ancient marble city.

Midday: the shrine

The House of the Virgin Mary.

Afternoon: Şirince

Village wine and views.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Izmir — prices per person.

Private 4 Days Turkey Tour from Istanbul to Cappadocia, Ephesus, Pamukkale
Istanbul
Private 4 Days Turkey Tour from Istanbul to Cappadocia, Ephesus, Pamukkale
5.0(93)·4 days
from$1,900/ person
via Viator
Guided Winery Tour and Wine Tasting in Siena
Siena
Guided Winery Tour and Wine Tasting in Siena
5.0(77)·2h 30min
from$86/ person
via Viator
Istanbul Old City Highlights: Private Walking Tour
Istanbul
Istanbul Old City Highlights: Private Walking Tour
5.0(84)·4–6 hours
from$90/ person
via Viator
Private Ephesus Tour from Izmir
Izmir
Private Ephesus Tour from Izmir
5.0(53)·5–10 hours
from$400/ person
via Viator
Wine Tasting in Cappadocia Turkey - Introduction of local wines
Goreme
Wine Tasting in Cappadocia Turkey - Introduction of local wines
5.0(48)·1 hour
from$73/ person
via Viator
Istanbul Old City Highlights and Hidden Gems Tour
Istanbul
Istanbul Old City Highlights and Hidden Gems Tour
5.0(74)·6–8 hours
from$275/ person
via Viator
Private Izmir to Ephesus Full-Day Customizable Tour
Izmir
Private Izmir to Ephesus Full-Day Customizable Tour
5.0(38)·7–8 hours
from$359/ person
via Viator
Santorini Private Highlights Tour & Wine Tasting with local guide
Santorini
Santorini Private Highlights Tour & Wine Tasting with local guide
5.0(43)·5 hours
from$166/ person
via Viator

İzmir in 1 day — FAQ

Can you see İzmir in one day?
Yes — tour ancient Ephesus and the Virgin Mary House, then enjoy Şirince and the İzmir Kordon.
What is the best one-day tour from İzmir?
An Ephesus tour combined with Şirince captures the best of the region in a day.
Is one day enough in İzmir?
One day covers Ephesus and the city; add days for Pamukkale and the coast.

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EphesusPamukkaleŞirince & Wineİzmir City