History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore
Maltepe Promenade and Fisherman's Pier, located on the coastline of Güzelbahçe, is the most established center of the Aegean's fresh fish and seafood gastronomy culture. It is an indispensable evening promenade for the people of Izmir with its historical fish restaurants along the shore, the pier where wooden boats are moored, and the sunset viewing benches on the sea. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features
Its altitude is at sea level (0-3 m). It is a palm-lined beach embankment stretching along the southern coast of Izmir Bay. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees
•Entrance Fee:The beach promenade is completely free.•Visiting Hours and Days:Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (Restaurants between 11:00 - 01:00).•Rules and Security:Attention should be paid to bicycle and walking lanes along the promenade.•Facilities and Facilities:There are walking and cycling tracks, fish restaurants, rest benches and WC. Transportation, Public Transit Routes and Exact Location•Address / Open Location:Maltepe Mahallesi, Mithatpaşa Caddesi Sahil Kordonu, Güzelbahçe / İzmir.•Road Condition and Vehicle Suitability: Mithatpaşa Street is on the coastal route; It can be reached very easily by passenger car.•Real Public Transportation Information: You can get off directly at the promenade with ESHOT buses numbered 8, 82, 321 and 975 departing from F. Altay Transfer Center.•Parking Availability:There is an open İZELMAN parking lot for 150 vehicles along the beach. Contextual Experience Tips, Photography and Local Gastronomy•Best Photo Spots and Frames:The red sun setting into the Gulf from the pier and the fishing boats setting out to sea.•Light and Shooting Hours:Sunset golden hour is unique for sea views.•Local Gastronomy Recommendations:Daily fresh fried calamari, rock sea bass and hot Aegean herbs plate at the coastal fishmongers.