Balcova Travel Guide
Izmir





Popular places to visit
Istinye Park
You can do some window-shopping at Istinye Park during your visit to Izmir. Visit the area's shops and spas.
Balcova Cable Car
You can take time to visit Balcova Cable Car during your travels to Izmir. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this trendy area.
Ozdilek Izmir Shopping Center
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Ozdilek Izmir Shopping Center during your trip to İnciraltı Mahallesi. Visit the area's shops and spas.
Agora Shopping Center
During your trip to Izmir, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Agora Shopping Center. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this trendy area.
Topolino
Enjoy an outing to Topolino during your stay in Izmir. Visit the shops and spas in this trendy area.
Izmir City Forest
Explore the great outdoors at Izmir City Forest, a lovely green space in Izmir. Stroll along the seaside or visit the spas in this trendy area.
Things to do

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Top hotels in Balcova

Wyndham Grand Izmir Ozdilek Thermal & Spa
Room was very clean, and the Staff were friendly
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Ramada Encore by Wyndham Izmir
Old looking but good.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Hyatt Regency Izmir IstinyePark
Amazing location and very good Hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Balcova Thermal Hotel
We were only here one night the room was cozy and comfortable. Nice bedding and pillows. Air Conditioning was awesome!
Reviewed on 1 Aug 2025

Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir
Mr Mahut and Mr Sadi and their rest of the team are super friendly and very professional
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

ibis Izmir Alsancak
Oda beklentileri karşılayacak düzeyde, personel çok nazik ve her konuda yardımsever
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Balcova

Üçkuyular Mahallesi
When in Üçkuyular Mahallesi, you can plan a visit to Istinye Park and Ahmed Adnan Saygun Art Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Güzelyalı Mahallesi
If you're spending some time in Güzelyalı Mahallesi, Guzelyali Kultur Merkezi and Izmir Ataturk Genclik Merkezi are top sights worth seeing.

Karabağlar
When in Karabağlar and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Balcova Cable Car or Istinye Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Uckuyular Fahrettin Altay Station or Poligon Station.

Narlidere
You'll enjoy the restaurants and spas in Narlidere. You might want to make time for a stop at Narlidere Olympic Swimming Pool or Tarla Faresi Tiyatrosu.

Konak
Travellers choose Konak for its beautiful seaside views. Hop aboard the metro at Konak Station or Cankaya Station and check out top sights like İzmir Clock Tower.

Izmir City Centre
Consider exploring the seaside views in Izmir City Centre. If sightseeing is on the list, Kulturpark is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Hilal Station or Cankaya Station to see more of the area.


