Stops along the way
Stops between İzmir and Aydın
157 km, roughly 2 hours of driving. The stops below are ordered as you pass them — the same road in both directions.
In short
The drive between İzmir and Aydın is 157 km and takes roughly 2 hours. There are 213 described places within 20 km of this route; it crosses 3 provinces, and the densest stretch is in İzmir (80 places).
There are 213 places within 20 km of this corridor; the 36 below are spread evenly along the drive.
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Nif Dağı Antik Kazı Alanı
Kemalpaşa, İzmir
The Nif Mountain Archaeological Site, known as Olympos in ancient times, hosts remnants of various cultures.
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Ulucak Höyük
Kemalpaşa, İzmir
Ulucak Höyük is one of the oldest settlements contributing to the history of culture.
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Çeşnigir Camii
Şehzadeler, Manisa
Çeşnigir Mosque, built in 1474 by Çeşnigir Sinan Bey, who was freed by II. Mehmed, is one of the oldest mosques in the city.
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Muradiye Camii ve Külliyesi
Şehzadeler, Manisa
The Muradiye Mosque and Complex was built between 1583-1592 on behalf of Sultan Murad III and is based on a design by Mimar Sinan.
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Kuvayı Milliye Anıtı
Yunusemre, Manisa
The Kuvayı Milliye Monument is a composition that elevates Atatürk's revolutions and progressive thoughts alongside the people.
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Atatürk Evi Müzesi
Konak, İzmir
The Atatürk House Museum is a historic building where Atatürk stayed during his visits to İzmir. The museum is built in a neoclassical style, combining Ottoman and Levantine architecture.
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Hisar Camii
Konak, İzmir
Hisar Mosque is the largest and most impressive mosque in Izmir, built in 1592. It features typical characteristics of classical Ottoman architecture.
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Dönertaş Sebili
Konak, İzmir
Dönertaş Sebili, built in the early 19th century, is a beautiful example of Turkish baroque and rococo style.
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İzmir Tarih Ve Sanat Müzesi
Konak, İzmir
The İzmir History and Art Museum is an important venue showcasing cultural riches. It offers visitors a historical journey with various collections, including stone artifacts, ceramics, and valuable items.
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İzmir Arkeoloji Müzesi
Konak, İzmir
The İzmir Archaeology Museum, opened in 1984, is a modern museum showcasing ancient artifacts. Visitors can explore over 5,000 exhibits.
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Buca Göleti
Buca, İzmir
Buca Göleti is a large social facility area located in the Buca district of İzmir. It offers various activities with a 30,000 square meter artificial lake, a theater, picnic areas, and children's play units.
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Boncukköy
Menderes, İzmir
Boncukköy is a village famous for its evil eye beads and glass art. Efforts continue to promote the challenging yet beautiful craft of evil eye bead making.
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Metropolis Örenyeri
Torbalı, İzmir
Metropolis is an ancient settlement located 45 km east of Izmir, featuring remnants from the Hellenistic period and a theater that offers historical richness.
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Jeep Ve Atv Safari
Selçuk, İzmir
Jeep and ATV safari services are offered in Selçuk and Menderes districts. It is possible to experience an unforgettable adventure amidst natural beauty.
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Zeytinköy Plajı
Selçuk, İzmir
Zeytinköy Plajı is a public Blue Flag beach on the coast at Selçuk.
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Efes Yamaç Evler
Selçuk, İzmir
The Terrace Houses of Ephesus are a well-preserved settlement of seven houses from the Roman period of the ancient city of Ephesus.
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Yedi Uyuyanlar Mağarası
Selçuk, İzmir
The Cave of the Seven Sleepers is a tourist site located near the ancient city of Ephesus, significant in both Islam and Christianity.
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Trajan Çeşmesi
Selçuk, İzmir
The Trajan Fountain is a historical structure located in the Ancient City of Ephesus, built in the 2nd century AD.
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Selçuk Kalesi
Selçuk, İzmir
Selçuk Castle is a historic fortress located on the site of the first settlement of Ephesus.
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Şirince Köyü
Selçuk, İzmir
Şirince Village is known for its historical and natural beauty. It is notable for its high level of wine production.
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Magnesia Antik Kenti
Germencik, Aydın
The Ancient City of Magnesia is a historical settlement located in Germencik, Aydın. This city, known for its significance as a trade center in ancient times, is recognized for the works of architect Hermogenes.
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Yamaç Paraşütü - Adnan Menderes Kent Ormanı
Koçarlı, Aydın
Adnan Menderes Kent Forest offers an ideal launch site for paragliding, along with a cafeteria, restaurant, and picnic areas, providing various activities amidst beautiful nature views.
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Cihanoğlu Kulesi
Koçarlı, Aydın
Cihanoğlu Tower is an 18th-century historical structure located in the center of Koçarlı district.
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Kampçilik - Paşa Yaylası
Efeler, Aydın
Paşa Plateau is a natural wonder located 25 kilometers from Aydın city center at an altitude of 1200 meters. With its clean air and rich vegetation, it is an ideal place for camping and hiking.
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Tralleis Antik Kenti
Efeler, Aydın
Tralleis Ancient City is a historical settlement located on the fertile lands of the Menderes basin.
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Aydın Arkeoloji Müzesi
Efeler, Aydın
The Aydın Archaeology Museum showcases stone artifacts from ancient cities within the borders of Aydın province.
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Nasuhpaşa Küllliyesi
Efeler, Aydın
Nasuhpaşa Külliyesi is a historical madrasa located in Aydın. It was restored and opened to visitors in 2010.
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Cemal Bey Hamamı
Efeler, Aydın
Cemal Bey Hamamı, also known as Bey Hamamı, is a historic structure located near the Nasuh Paşa Complex. It is currently in a dilapidated state, with traces indicating it was once decorated.
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Eski Yeni (Hasan Çelebi) Cami
Efeler, Aydın
The Eski Yeni Mosque, built before 1585, is a historic place of worship. Its square plan and single dome are notable features.
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Süleyman Bey Camii
Efeler, Aydın
Süleyman Bey Mosque is a historical mosque built in the classical Ottoman style.
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Çavuş Köprüsü
Efeler, Aydın
Çavuş Bridge is a historical bridge built with cut stone material, located over the Tabakhane stream.
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Nysa Antik Kenti
Sultanhisar, Aydın
The source for the history of the ancient city of Nysxa (Nisa), established on slopes full of olive groves on the foothills of Malgaç Dagi to the north of the Sultanhisar district, is the geographer Strabo. The city, consisting of two parts due to the flood bed, was founded by Seleucid King Antiochus I on the site of an older settlement called Atymbra and was named after the king's wife.
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Donduran Kalesi
Yenipazar, Aydın
It is located within the borders of Donduran Village in Yenipazar District. Strabo, one of the writers of Antiquity, mentions Orthosia as a Carian settlement. The city, which was attacked by the Cimmerians in the 7th century B.C., was freed from this domination as a result of the Lydian King Alyattes defeating the Cimmerians and, in the 6th century B.C., passed into the hands of the Lydians, then joined the Ionian league and, like many Anatolian cities, came under Persian rule.
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Yörük Ali Efe Evi Müzesi
Yenipazar, Aydın
The house in the district center of Yenipazar where National Hero Yörük Ali Efe lived from his return from İzmir until his death was completely destroyed in a fire that broke out in the 1980s. In 1995, the proposal made by the Aydın Governorship to the Ministry of Culture was accepted, and Yörük Ali Efe’s heirs donated the house to the Ministry of Culture on the condition that it be turned into a museum. The allocation procedures were completed in 1999.
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Donduran Kulesi
Yenipazar, Aydın
It is located to the south of Donduran Mahallesi. It was built of rubble stone, brick, and in places marble spolia material. The square space adjoining the west façade of the tower, which consists of two adjoining square spaces, is smaller in size. Donduran Kulesi, a cubic structure, consists of two floors and a terrace floor. The wooden floor structures are not extant because they burned. On the east wall of the second floor there is a fireplace with a triangular pediment. On the terrace floor there are loopholes in the walls.
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Alabanda Antik Kenti
Çine, Aydın
Alabanda is an ancient city located in Doğanyurt village, 9 km from the district of Çine, in the Doğanyurt area formerly called Araphisar. Before Hellenization in the 4th century BC, it was a Carian city.
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Frequently asked
- How far is it between İzmir and Aydın, and how long does it take?
- Driving between İzmir and Aydın is roughly 157 kilometres and takes about 2 hours without stops.
- Where is it worth stopping between İzmir and Aydın?
- There are 213 described places within 20 km of the road between İzmir and Aydın. toroti lists 36 of them spread evenly along the drive, in the order you pass them; Nif Dağı Antik Kazı Alanı comes early on, and Alabanda Antik Kenti sits near the end.
- Which provinces does the İzmir to Aydın route cross?
- The route between İzmir and Aydın crosses İzmir → Manisa → Aydın. The stretch richest in places to visit is in İzmir.
- Should I take the toll highway or traditional route between İzmir and Aydın?
- Toll motorways save driving time between İzmir and Aydın, whereas traditional state roads pass directly through historic town centers, local culinary stops, and scenic nature viewpoints.
- How should breaks be scheduled between İzmir and Aydın?
- For a drive of around 2 hours, taking a break every 2 to 2.5 hours is recommended. The catalogued attractions in İzmir and neighboring provinces offer memorable stopovers compared to generic highway rest areas.