Izmir, in south west Turkey, is the capital of the beautiful Aegean region of the country. Today it's a modern holiday destination and the city has pretty hilltop views overlooking golden sandy beaches along with some lovely, historic places to visit.

Hiring a car in Izmir

With plenty of cheap holidays in Izmir available, the city is the perfect base for visiting the surrounding Turkish countryside. There are always many cheap Izmir hotels to choose from and with plenty of companies offering car hire Izmir is perfectly located for getting out and about. If you're planning car rental in Izmir, you will need to take a full driving licence with you. Izmir car hire is made easy as there are plenty of national and international companies offering their services.

Places to visit in Izmir

Visit Konak Square, which is the historic centre of Izmir, and climb the elegant clock tower for lovely views over the city. There will be a labyrinth of narrow streets to explore below you with many making a beeline for the Kizlaragasi Han Bazaar, a wonderfully traditional street market. At Bayrakli you see ruins of the first Izmir settlement which have been dated to three thousand years BC. Once you have arranged your Izmir car hire, there are plenty of interesting places to shop, with popular waterfront restaurants and relaxing avenues along which to take evening strolls.