The ancient theatre set into the steep slope of the Pergamon acropolis© Dosseman · CC BY-SA 4.0
North Aegean route

Route from Izmir to Bergama (Pergamon)

A full-day route covering the Acropolis and the Asklepion of Bergama (Pergamon), a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Duration
Full day; approximately 90–110 minutes one way
Distance
120 km · ~115 min
Best time
Spring and autumn; in summer an early-morning start is recommended.

Road route calculated from OpenStreetMap data (OSRM); traffic-free estimate. Planning example — final order and distance are confirmed in your quote.

Stops

Stops along the route

  1. İzmir merkezEarly-morning pick-up
  2. MenemenOn the way
  3. Bergama AkropolThe upper city
  4. AsklepionThe ancient healing centre

Transport plan

  1. Early-morning pick-up from your hotel.

  2. Arrive in Bergama (Pergamon) via Menemen.

  3. Visit the Acropolis and the Asklepion, with a lunch break.

  4. Return to Izmir in the evening.

Who is it for?

  • Archaeology and history enthusiasts
  • Groups on a cultural trip
  • Visitors staying a few days in Izmir

Bergama is the district home to ancient Pergamon, which is on the UNESCO World Heritage List. The Acropolis and the Asklepion can be visited as a day trip from Izmir; however, because of the travel time you should plan a full day.

The route is a planning example. The order and duration of visits are settled at the quote stage, according to opening hours and your group's pace.

Questions about this route

Can the car go up to the Acropolis?

Because visiting and access conditions can change, we recommend checking current information from official sources; we build the programme accordingly.

Can Bergama and Foça fit into the same day?

It is possible, but it makes for a long day. For a more relaxed pace we suggest separate days.

The ancient theatre set into the steep slope of the Pergamon acropolis© Dosseman · CC BY-SA 4.0

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