Buca Travel Guide
Izmir
Popular places to visit
Kordonboyu
Explore the great outdoors at Kordonboyu, a lovely green space in Izmir City Centre. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Kemeralti Market
During your trip to Izmir, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Kemeralti Market. Amble around this romantic area's seaside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Smyrna
After visiting Smyrna, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Izmir. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Basmane Square
You can learn about the history of Izmir when you stop by Basmane Square. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
İzmir Clock Tower
You can learn about the history of Izmir when you stop by İzmir Clock Tower. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Izmir Port
Explore the waterfront in Izmir with a trip to Izmir Port. Visit the area's shops or amble around its seaside.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Buca
Yasam Otel
It was a good place to stay. It was an older establishment but clean.
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025
Lila Apart Otel
Buzdolabı çalışmıyordu etrafta gürültü vardı
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Swissotel Buyuk Efes Izmir
I booked this hotel due to high ratings and attractive photos, expecting top quality and no hidden costs. Reality was disappointing. At check-in I was shocked by the unexpected deposit demand- not mentioned clear but hidden, where the price was shown as final with all fees included, it did not include ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Mövenpick Hotel Izmir
Everything about the hotel was wonderful
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Kaya Izmir Thermal And Convention
Quite, clean, people were very helpful, Indoor pool was closed during our one week staying, just the outside pool was open and outside was cold temperature. The pool opens at 11 am, it was very late for early birds. They need to change opening hours to earlier time, like 7 am. We couldn’t find any ...
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Marina Hotel
Other neighbourhoods around Buca
Gaziemir
Travellers like the coffee shops in Gaziemir, and Izmir Optimum AVM is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bornova
Bornova is well liked for its restaurants and gardens. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Forum Bornova Shopping Center and Agora Open Air Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Bornova Station or Bolge Station to get around.
Yenişehir Mahallesi
While Yenişehir Mahallesi may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Kulturpark and Izmir International Fair.
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.
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.
Alsancak
Seaside views, bars and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Alsancak. Check out Kulturpark or Kordonboyu while you're exploring the area.
