Balcova Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Aqua City
Enjoy a fun-filled day at Aqua City as part of your trip 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.
Activities
From Izmir: Ephesus, House of Mary WITH ENTRY TICKETS+LUNCH
From Izmir: Pamukkale Guided Tour with Lunch
FOR CRUISERS:Best Seller PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR & On Time Return
Half Day Easy Ephesus Private Tour for Cruisers from Kusadasi Port
Our pick of the best Balcova Hotel Deals
Wyndham Grand Izmir Ozdilek Thermal & Spa
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
Hyatt Regency Izmir IstinyePark
Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025
Balcova Thermal Hotel
Reviewed on 31 Mar. 2025
Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir
Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025
Marina Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025
Izmir Marriott Hotel
Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Balcova
Üçkuyular Mahallesi
When in Üçkuyular Mahallesi, you can plan a visit to Istinye Park and Topolino, 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 Blue Mosque.
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.