Destination Izmir

Nightlife

If after a day’s shopping and an evening’s fine eating and drinking you still have energy and are looking for a place to make a night of it, Izmir will not disappoint. When the sun goes down, the city switches over to a different rhythm and life moves to the sounds of the taba. Most hotspots can be found in the Alsancak and Konak areas.

Punta Bar

This podium for live music in an old merchant house is one of the city’s best bars.‘Dress to impress’ to avoid disappointment.
Address: 1469 Sok 26, Alsancak

Nektar

A popular place where live Turkish music is played, a place for relaxing and dancing to traditional ballads. A fine atmosphere is guaranteed.
Address: Ikinci Kordon (Cumhuriyet Bulvari)

Charlies Cocktails

Trendy bar serving delicious beverages to a hip, swinging crowd. A DJ plays the latest of the latest in the contemporary house scene.
Address: 1386 Sok. 8/B Alsancak

Kalyon Bar

If you prefer a beer in a tankard, go to Izmir’s own typical English bar. Very popular, especially at weekends.
Address: Cumhuriyet Bulvari

Outside

Izmir’s best club. DJs play a mix of techno/house with Turkish pop music. An enthusiastic crowd keeps the dance floor moving until morning hours.
Address: Sehitler Caddesi
Metro: Halkapina

Club and Velo

Plays a mix of Europop and cheap pop tunes for rather older people who go out to look for fun and don’t take themselves too seriously.
Address: Sair Esre Bulvari. 92 Alsancak

Sherriff

A dark, atmospheric club playing a good selection of rock and blues. 1453 Sok. 18 Alsancak

Mortzart Eglence

A jazz nightclub that swings until the early hours. Permanent live performers. 1443 Sok. 65, Alsancak