Izmir'cute town of Sirince It has become very popular these days. When the Mayans say December 21, it is not known what will be the end of this madness. We will see together after 21 December. I had the chance to go to Şirince twice at different times. Şirince is an old Greek town that is as cute as its name. Places to visit in Şirince, where to stay in Şirince, what to eat in Şirince, The answer to all the questions of what to drink is in this article that I prepared as a Şirince travel guide. 

Places to Visit in Şirince and Şirince Travel Guide
Places to Visit in Şirince and Şirince Travel Guide

Where is Sirince and How to Go?

Where is Sirince and How to Go?
Where is Sirince and How to Go?

Sirince, Izmir Selçuk It is very close to the town, only 8 km. In other words, in order to go to Şirince, you must first reach Selçuk. While you are in Selçuk, it would be better to visit Ephesus, Virgin Mary, Seven Sleepers and then go to Şirince.

Sirince on Google Maps Click for location.

Sirince
Sirince

If you came to Selçuk by bus or train;

Minibuses going to Şirince depart from Şelçuk city center, they will show you who you ask. You reach Şirince via a beautiful asphalt mountain road that climbs the winding hills.

If you came to Selçuk with your own vehicle;

You need to take the Belevi exit from the İzmir highway, and on the way from İzmir towards Aydın, you need to follow the Şirince junction at the entrance of Selçuk. After you take this road, you reach Şirince, which is tinkling by the same beautiful mountain road.

Places to Visit & Things to Do in Şirince

Şirince is a cute little village that you can visit in a few hours. However, it is possible to extend the time you spend here with activities such as wine tasting, taking photos on the streets, eating or having breakfast.

1. Explore the streets of Sirince

Sirince Streets
Sirince Streets

Şirince is actually a small town, but due to its beautiful architecture all your streets I highly recommend you take a tour. Especially if you like to take photos, a different surprise awaits you on every street.

2. Climb to the top of the village 

Sirince Church
Sirince Church

from the side streets to the top of the village Climb right, when you come out of the streets, you will meet an aunt who has turned the garden of her house into a restaurant, this house has a wonderful view. It would be much better if I remembered your aunt's name.

On the way up the hill village churchYou can also visit. There is also a cafe in the garden of the church and the view from here is very beautiful. There is also a historical wine cellar here, you should definitely see it.

3. Taste Sirince wines

Sirince Wines
Sirince Wines

Shops selling Şirince wines, and small and large shops selling handcrafted products made by the people of Şirince around the square are other places to visit.

There are many wine shops of wine producers in Şirince's square. The best activity to do in Şirince is wine tasting. If you like fruit wine, every fruit you can think of is made here. You don't have to buy it, it's free to taste. You have the chance to say that these are not like wine when you get caught in the atmosphere of the place and buy 3-5 bottles and come home.

Sirince Vineyards
Sirince Vineyards

There are also a few famous wine producers, which are sold in markets. Sirince Wines'You can see the Apart from that, there are also local manufacturers whose names you have never heard of.

Apart from fruit wine, wines are also produced, since they are all fresh wines, I honestly did not enjoy it very much. Still, I highly recommend you try it.

Where to Stay in Şirince?

Where to Stay in Şirince? - Salkimkonak
Where to Stay in Şirince? – Salkimkonak

You will not find big hotels in Şirince. cute little boutique hotels or hostels will be waiting for you. Moreover some of the old mansions translated, you can also choose them. When I went to Şirince for the first time, I went from İzmir in the morning and came back in the evening.

On my second visit, Sirince Salkimkonak'I stayed in tree houses. It was beautiful in the spring among the orchards. I advise.

What to Eat in Şirince?

What to Eat in Şirince?
What to Eat in Şirince?

What to eat in Şirince? The answer to the question was given by the people of Şirince, not me. The poster below that they hung at the entrance of the bazaar when I went there tells everything 🙂

  • Thessaloniki vegetable stew
  • organic salad
  • Observation
  • elderberry syrup
  • Dibek coffee

Apart from the poster, the advantage of being in the Aegean is that many herbs with olive oil make your stomach happy. Delicious pancakes and, if time permits, stuffed zucchini flowers from Aegean cuisine are among the must-try flavors.

Sirince Village Products
Sirince Village Products

While you are in Şirince, you can find many village products from pomegranate syrup to vinegar, from honey to olive oil. While you are wandering around the streets, these products will definitely come and catch you.

When you come to Şirince;

  • Without tasting their famous wines
  • Walking up to the top of the village and seeing the view
  • Before visiting Nesin Mathematics, Art and Philosophy Village

Do not return.

I'm not counting places like Ephesus, Selcuk, Virgin Mary, they are probably already in your program.

Sirince Photos

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8 Comments

  1. I'm in Şirince right now, the weather is fine, it's a little chilly in the evenings, it's worth seeing, I recommend you try the black mulberry wine.

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