Izmir Turkish Baths (Hamams)

Written by Viator, August 2010

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Cultural Experience, Spa

There is nothing like an authentic Turkish bath to kneed out your knots and give you that deep clean feeling. There are over twenty Turkish Bath Houses (Hamams) in Izmir, many of them set in exquisite old buildings with domed interiors, marble finishing and decorative tiles.

Your experience begins in the warm room, which prepares you for lying on the boiling hot tiles in the hot room. After this, you’ll receive a full body wash (from masseurs with mitts that have incredible scouring properties!), a shower, a good soaping and a massage. After this you’ll be squeaky clean, glowing and relaxed. Bathers then retire to a cool room to rest and drink apple tea. You should allow plenty of time in order to make the most of your experience.

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Reply by Viator, March 2012
Doing what: Private Tour: Ephesus and St. Mary's House

Friendly driver. Very knowledgable and open guide. Both were flexible and worked to make certain that we were able to see all of the highlights in a very short period of time. Of course, there was the obligatory lunch (which was excellant) coupled with a factory "tour" and sales pitch. (Rugs and jewelry.)

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Reply by Viator, September 2008
Doing what: Private Tour: Ephesus and St. Mary's House

Our tour guide was wonderful. He was intelligent and extremely kind. We would recommend him again in a minute. Last year our daughter went on the same tour and she felt the same way about him.

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Reply by Viator, August 2008
Doing what: Private Tour: Ephesus and St. Mary's House

Our guide was great and the transportation was very good. We had bad weather, but the experience was fantastic in spite of it. It's a trip I would definitely recommend.

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There are over 20 Turkish Baths (Hamams) dotted around the city. Ask a local to recommend their favorite!