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.
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.
Topolino
Enjoy an outing to Topolino during your stay in Izmir. Visit the spas and shops in this trendy area.
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.
Things to do
Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Tour: All Options
FOR CRUISERS:Best Seller PRIVATE EPHESUS TOUR & On Time Return
Kusadasi Shore Excursion: Ephesus Tour for Cruisers from Kusadasi Port
ONLY FOR CRUISE GUESTS: Best Seller Highlights of Ephesus Private Tour
Half Day Easy Ephesus Private Tour for Cruisers from Kusadasi Port
From Izmir: Pamukkale Day Trip with Lunch
Top hotels in Balcova
Wyndham Grand Izmir Ozdilek Thermal & Spa
Modern hotel with fantastic view. Property has pool, spa, and gym. Staff very nice.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hyatt Regency Izmir IstinyePark
Stayed for 2 nights. It was easy access to most places around the town. I liked the shopping mall next to the hotel. I didn’t like the quality of the food.
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Ramada Encore by Wyndham Izmir
Old looking but good.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 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
Clean room ,great staff, great location. Good breakfast but little to no meat as common in Türkiye. Great emergency plan as I was lucky enough to have the 6.1 earthquake one night at 11 pm. Staff was directing us to stairs and directing us to outside. Dispensing water quickly to guests which indicated ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
ibis Izmir Alsancak
We experienced challenged with our card and every time we would go to the reception and it was sorted effectively. This was our 2nd stay at the hotel.
Reviewed on 30 Oct 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 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.
