Set in green Bahribaba Park just up from Konak, this museum holds a strong collection of sculpture, bronzes, coins, pottery and mosaics from Smyrna, Ephesus and across the region, spanning prehistory to Byzantium. Entry is very cheap and the adjoining Ethnography Museum and shady park make it an easy, low-cost cultural afternoon. A great rainy-day or hot-afternoon option.
10 hand-picked things to do in Izmir, Turkey — 6 completely free — each with a real address, price, hours, and an insider tip. Updated June 2026.
Stroll the Kordon Seaside Promenade, Konak Square & the Izmir Clock Tower (Saat Kulesi), Get Lost in Kemeralti Bazaar are among the 6 completely free activities in our Izmir list. Each entry includes the address, hours, and an insider tip.
Our 10 hand-picked Izmir activities range from free up to about $8 per person, with most under $25. Use the Free / Budget toggle on the deck to deal within your price range.
Every activity is a real, verified place or experience with a current price, address, and opening hours — hand-picked for travelers and locals. Last updated June 2026.
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