14 days in Ankara & Izmir Itinerary

Turkey's capital and second-largest city, Ankara supports a large population of foreign diplomats and young students, contributing to the city's international feel.

Ankara is known for museums, historic sites, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take an in-depth tour of Anitkabir, see the interesting displays at Erimtan Arkeoloji ve Sanat Muzesi, admire the striking features of Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii), and get to know the fascinating history of Hamamonu Restored Area.

To find photos, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Ankara trip planner.

The Route module shows you all the different ways you can get to Ankara. In May, daytime highs in Ankara are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Thu) so you can travel to Izmir.

The birthplace of Homer, the ancient port city of Izmir boasts a colorful heritage that includes traces of Greek, Armenian, and Jewish cultures.

Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Izmir: Sirince Koyu (in Sirince), Magnesia Antik Kenti (in Germencik) and Selcuk (Temple of Hadrian, Meryemana (The Virgin Mary's House), &more). There's much more to do: take a stroll through Kemeralti Market, visit Alsancak, take in the waterfront at Kordonboyu, and make a trip to Saat Kulesi (Clock Tower).

For more things to do, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, read Izmir travel route planner.

Fly from Ankara to Izmir in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or drive. Traveling from Ankara in May, expect a bit cooler with lows of 7°C in Izmir. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sat) so you can travel back home.