The western end of the province is the Aegean coast with Lake Bafa a major feature of the Menderes delta area.

Kuşadası is near to the Dilek Peninsula - Büyük Menderes Delta National Park, while Didim has a temple of Apollo, beaches, and the ancient ruins of Miletos nearby.

The province contains archeological sites, including the ancient Carian cities of Alinda and Alabanda.

But İzmir got the name by being the center for the wholesale trade and exports, while in fact the fruit was traditionally cultivated in Aydın.

This involves a special type of war dance which is performed in a ring to resemble birds.

There is a passenger train service passing through Aydın, connecting the city to İzmir and Denizli.