Izmir cruise
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Overlooking sparkling azure waters and surrounded by undulating mountains, Izmir, Turkey is a city rich with history and culture. Here, bustling bazaars meet architectural icons including centuries-old religious sites and UNESCO listed wonders.
Wander cobbled streets, browse the shops, or sample local delicacies in the city’s thriving restaurant scene. An MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination, Izmir is a Turkish treasure just waiting to be discovered — a land with an alluring heritage and powder-soft beaches.
Select an unforgettable tour from a list of MSC Cruises excursions including:
• Virgin Mary House
• St. John Church
• Ancient Ephesus
Explore the historic Catholic shrine, House of the Virgin Mary, on glorious Mt. Koressos. A popular pilgrimage site (with visits from several popes), the venue is home to an array of sacred attractions including a wishing well, baptismal pool, cobbled courtyard garden, and chapel.
The Anglican Episcopal Church of St. John the Evangelist is one of Izmir’s most beloved religious locales. Dating back to 1862, the interior boasts a collection of fine paintings, a kaleidoscopic domed ceiling, and a majestic marble altar.
Step back in time to ancient Greece with a visit to Ephesus. This iconic city, southwest of Izmir, was founded in the 10th century BC, and offers a wealth of classical attractions. Feast your eyes on sublime stone carvings, columned buildings, and a truly impressive open-air theatre. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, Ephesus is celebrated for its Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Cruises from / to Izmir in 2025
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TRAVEL TO THE Izmir CRUISE TERMINAL
Port Address: Port of Izmir
Umurbey, Izmir Limanı, 35230, Konak, Izmir
How to reach the port by Car:
The port is in the North end of Kordon, in Alsancak. If arriving by car outside of Izmir, take the exit towards ‘Liman Alsancak, Kordon’.
Stay on the street named ‘Liman Caddesi’ until the end. Make a right on ‘Ataturk Caddesi’, follow the street for 200 meters as the port will be on your right side.
Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) is about 30km ( 19 miles) from Port of Izmir.
To use the tram service available which will take approximately 30 minutes, exit Adnan Menderes Airport building and follow the tram signs Called ‘IZBAN’ which is a 300 meters distance. Take the tram towards ‘Aliaga’, and get of ‘Alsancak Gar’ station. Port of Izmir is 1km walking distance from the Tram station. There is also a taxi rank, right outside the airport building, which will take approximately 40 minutes to Port of Izmir. (timing may vary depending on traffic).
