Izmir Clock Tower (Izmir Saat Kulesi) Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience the Izmir Clock Tower. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Izmir City Tour

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• 7 Churches of Revelation 10 Days Tour with Istanbul & Cappadocia

• Private City Tour of Izmir

• The Best of Izmir Private Walking Tour

While it’s not possible to enter the Izmir Clock Tower, you can take in the stunning exterior free of cost. Many travelers opt to visit the landmark as part of a tour that also stops at other city sights. Half-day tours of Izmir start at around US$90 per person, while private full-day tours start at US$125 and food-tasting tours start at around US$150.

Yes, the Izmir Clock Tower has been a prominent city landmark since the turn of the 20th century. No walking tour of Izmir would be complete without a stop on Konak Square to see the Clock Tower, but don't just snap a photo and move on—let your guide explain the tower's fascinating history and point out its unique architectural details.

Per one customer who booked the  Izmir City Tour, "Not even sure where to begin. Selim was amazing! We met at the Clock Tower, which was a few minutes' walk from our hotel. We spent 5 amazing hours walking around this fabulous city! Selim did not miss one thing and gave us quite a few wonderful recommendations to make it an absolutely perfect day! Cannot recommend this tour enough!"

Designed by French architect Raymond Charles Pere and erected in 1901, the Izmir Clock Tower isn't just a timepiece; it's a historical showstopper. Built to mark Sultan Abdülhamid II’s silver jubilee, this elegant structure blends Ottoman and European styles and represents bygone eras and cultural fusion.

Izmir Clock Tower is at the heart of Izmir’s lively Konak Square, steps away from the Aegean Sea. Its prime location at the heart of the city makes it an unmissable sight, a meeting point for explorers, and—of course—the most scenic place to check the time.

Yes, most guided tours of Izmir stop at its charismatic clock tower. Guides provide details on its German roots and the story behind its elegant design, which features intricate marble and stone work. Excursions often include visits to other Izmir historical highlights for a well-rounded Aegean adventure.

Several top Izmir attractions are within easy walking distance of Izmir Clock Tower. After a stop at the clock tower, check out the bustling Kemeralti Bazaar, the petite Konak Mosque, and the Izmir Archeological and Ethnography Museum. Then, unwind like the locals at the Konak seaside.

Izmir Clock Tower stands 82 feet (25 meters) tall, with four floors and an octagonal design. Gifted by German Emperor Wilhelm II, its façade is adorned with intricate North African-themed columns and topped with four 30-inch (75-centimeter) diameter clocks.

There are tons of fun things to do when you're done visiting the Izmir Clock Tower. According to travelers, these are some of the top attractions in and around Izmir:

• Ephesus (Efes)

• House of the Virgin Mary (Meryem Ana Evi)

• Temple of Artemis (Artemision)

• Ephesus Terrace Houses

• Basilica of St. John

View Viator's guide to all the best attractions in Izmir.