Izmir is located on the banks of the Aegean Sea, on the western edge of Turkey. The third largest city in the country, Izmir is a booming port and has developed a thriving tourist trade. There are many attractions around, and the area has some great history, as there has been a city in this location since almost 3000 B.C. Because Izmir is located between the Mediterranean and the Middle East, it has a different type of flavor than other Turkish and Middle Eastern cities. Greece, which is right across the Aegean from Izmir, has also had a significant role in the city's evolution and culture. When you come to Izmir there is a lot to do, from visiting the busy Kemeralti market to taking pictures of the famous Clock Tower in Konak Square, but you may also want to stay in touch with what's going on at home, and that's where the Internet cafe comes in handy.

Internet Cafes/Cybercafes

Internet cafes have been around since the early nineties, and have been steadily gaining in popularity, particularly among travelers. Although Internet cafes are mostly used for instant messaging and checking e-mail, they have also become an important part of the gaming community, leading to the rise of LAN gaming centers, which are basically Internet cafes with computers designed specifically for gaming. Internet kiosks are also being more and more frequently found in public places like libraries and airport terminals.

Cyberia Internet Cafe

Cyberia Internet Cafe in Izmir has 6 computers available, high-speed wireless Internet and access to a printer and scanner. Open until 1 a.m. daily, it caters well to the night owl. Average prices are 150 Lira for 30 minutes.

Grup Net Internet Cafe

Located off of Talatpasa Blv. and just inland from the Kordon Boyu park, Grup Net has 9 computers available, as well as a printer and scanner.

Munlak Computer Internet Cafe

Munlak is one of the larger Internet cafes, with 15 computers available. In addition to printer and scanner access, Munlak is also set up for video conferencing. Munlak is located on 273 SK just south of Sakarya Cd and west of Dumlupinar Cd.

Virus

Open 24 hours a day, Virus is a cybercafe that is truly set up for travelers who burn the candle at both ends. This center has 6 computers available and video conferencing capabilities. Virus also has a printer and scanner that customers can use. Prices run around 500 Lira for 1 hour of surfing. It is located off of Menderes Cd.