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Pick up your car at Izmir airport and explore the place where Homer began his odyssey and where the Virgin Mary ended hers. Book car hire izmir airport now

the 60-second guide to izmir

in its own head

"We pack a whopping 5,000 years of history, but now we're one of Turkey's most cosmopolitan cities! And did we mention our beaches?"

but more realistically

There is history, for sure, although many historic buildings were destroyed in the great fire of 1922. But the consequential rebuild has given the city a distinctly modern edge. And, yes, there are great beaches.

the vibe

Izmir's friendly locals, stunning beaches and breathtaking mountains make it perfect for laidback explorer types. Offers cultural sophistication with a distinctly exotic essence.

the natives

Turkish natives are irrepressibly friendly and welcoming. Plus, with Izmir being a hive for history students, there's a good mix of young and old.

the weather

Scorching. But relief from the somewhat oppressive summer heat comes courtesy of a beautiful breeze off the Aegean Sea.

the local speciality

No trip would be complete without sitting down to enjoy some hot Turkish apple tea with the locals.

the celebrity

Proving that Izmir is home to inspiration and creativity, epic poet Homer, author of the Iliad and the Odyssey, was born there.

did you know?

The Virgin Mary's house, where she spent her last days, still stands today in the pretty, historic town of Selcuk.

they say

"Although it has a dramatic setting around a bay backed by mountains, most of Izmir is modern, which makes it a hard city with which to fall in love at first sight. Give it a chance and you may find Turkey's third-largest city growing on you." - Lonely Planet

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