Visiting Izmir
Your Izmir starts before you arrive.
Tell us when you're coming. Smileys members in Izmir can reach out with local tips, coffee invitations, introductions and plans before you arrive.
Real people Local connections No awkward cold introductions
Meet a Local
Grab a coffee, drink or meal with someone already living in Izmir.
Get Local Tips
Ask real people about neighborhoods, transport, restaurants and everyday life.
Make Connections
Start meeting people before your flight even lands.
Find Plans
Discover Smileys events and activities happening while you're here.
First time in Izmir?
Start with these — everything else can wait.
Who's Coming to Izmir?
Meet Smileys members arriving soon and help them feel at home.
No upcoming visitors yet
Be the first to post. Tell members when you're in town and they'll reach out.
Arriving soon? Read the Handbook.
Residence permits, banking, transport — written by members who lived it.
Know where you're staying?
Discover your neighborhood before you arrive.
Konak
1 Smileys nearby
Clock tower, Kemeraltı bazaar, the city's front door
Explore Konak →Bornova
1 Smileys nearby
University energy, students, cheap eats
Explore Bornova →Alsancak
Kordon seafront, bars, long evenings
Explore Alsancak →Karşıyaka
The other side of the bay, families, ferry commute
Explore Karşıyaka →What's happening while you're here
Add your travel dates to see what's happening during your stay.
Add my datesAlready in Izmir?
Someone is about to experience your city for the first time. Help make their arrival a little easier.
Invite someone for coffee
Share a local tip
Make an introduction
Don't just visit Izmir.
Know someone here.
Tell the community you're coming and start making connections before you arrive.