Izmir, Turkey

Music & Arts Tour in Izmir

Izmir's creative pulse is felt in its streets — in the music drifting from open doors, the murals on unexpected walls, and the galleries tucked into neighborhoods that guidebooks overlook. Walking is the only way to find them.

Turkey's third-largest city on the Aegean, ancient Smyrna reborn as a modern, cosmopolitan port with a lively waterfront.

Top Music & Arts Tour Spots

•Kemeralti Bazaar — a sprawling 17th-century market district with covered arcades, hans, and mosques
•Izmir Agora — the excavated Roman marketplace in the city center with Corinthian columns and basilica remains
•Kordon — the waterfront promenade curving around the bay, a gathering place for walking and sunset watching

Hidden Music & Arts Tour Gems

•Asansor — a historic 1907 elevator connecting two neighborhoods on a steep hillside, with a viewing terrace at the top
•Kizlaragasi Han — a beautifully restored 18th-century caravanserai in the bazaar, now housing cafes and shops

Frequently Asked Questions

Where to find live music in Izmir?+

roamee's music tour of Izmir takes you through the best live music venues, creative neighborhoods, and street art spots — with audio stories about the local arts scene.

What is the street art scene like in Izmir?+

roamee curates a walking route through Izmir's best street art and mural neighborhoods with narrated stories about the artists and their work.

Is Izmir good for music lovers?+

roamee creates a walking tour of Izmir's best music venues, creative quarters, and arts spots with audio narration about the local scene.

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