Aydın, a city known as the “Land of Efe” in Aegean Region, is a touristic city developed in every sense, playing a major role in cultural tourism. Aydın is one of the most crowded cities of the Aegean region with a population of over 1 million, and famous for beautiful holiday villages like Didim and Kuşadası. The city, which dates back to the 7th century BC, offers a unique experience to its visitors with historical sites, ruins, blue flags beaches, fertile land and rich cuisine.

Founded in the period of the Anatolian Principalities (14th century), there are many places worth exploring in Aydın. A few of these are the ancient city of Aphrodisias (Karacasu), the ancient city of Hadrian, Sebasteon, Agora, Bishopric Palace, Tetraplon, Odeo, Didyma Ancient City (Söke), Dilek Peninsula and the National Park of Büyük Menderes Delta (Güzelçamlı), the Milet Museum (Didim), Güvercinada Castle (Korsan Castle - Kuşadası), Alangüllü Thermals, Altınkum Beach, Çine Valley, Zeus Cave (Güzelçamlı) and Kirazlı Village (Kuşadası). The most popular restaurants that you can experience Aydın cuisine, based on olive oil dishes and meals like yuvalama, keşkek are as follows: Famous Kebapçı Hacı Oğulları, Baba Şakir Restaurant and Sarıoğlu Restaurant.

Aydın, neighboring Izmir and Manisa in the north, Denizli in the east and Muğla in the south, has a perfect location. You can join daily tours from Aydın to visit the surrounding areas. There are city bus services to Aydın from almost every city in Turkey. Those who want to reach by airway may prefer İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport, which is the nearest airport. It is possible to reach Aydın in short time from the airport or by intercity bus service from İzmir Bus Station.