Things to Do in Türkiye

Basilica Cistern Istanbul: Tickets, Hours & Visitor Guide

Basilica Cistern entry is about ₺1,950 as of 2026 after a June management change. Hours, Medusa columns, tram stop and how to avoid the queue.

Best Adana Tours: Anavarza, Karatas and Food Trips

Best tours in Adana: city highlights, Anavarza and Yilankale, Kapikaya Canyon, Karatas coast and kebab food trips, with how to choose and book.

Best Amasya Tours: Pontic Tombs & River Valley

Best Amasya tours: rock-cut Pontic royal tombs, Ottoman riverside mansions, Harşena Castle, Safranbolu day trips and apple orchards. From approx. $20.

Best Çanakkale Tours: Troy & the Dardanelles

Best Çanakkale tours: Troy archaeological site, Gallipoli battlefield, Dardanelles strait and Assos ruins. Guided day trips from approx. $25.

Best Çeşme Tours: 8 Top-Rated Aegean Experiences

Best Çeşme tours: boat trips to Chios, wine tasting in Alaçatı, Çeşme Castle and Aegean coves. Day trips and sailing from approx. $25.

Best Dalyan Tours: 8 Top-Rated River and Ruins Experiences

Best Dalyan tours: Lycian rock tombs by boat, Iztuzu turtle beach, mud baths, Kaunos ruins and Köyceğiz Lake. From approx. $20.

Best Datça Tours: Peninsula & Knidos Ruins

Best Datça tours: ancient Knidos ruins, Palamutbükü beach boat trips, almond harvest walks and Bozburun Peninsula sailing. From approx. $25.

Best Diyarbakır Tours: Old City & Tigris River

Best Diyarbakır tours: ancient basalt walls walk, Sur old city, Hevsel Gardens, Tigris boat trips and Mardin day trips. From approx. $25.

Best Edirne Tours: 8 Top-Rated Ottoman Heritage Experiences

Best Edirne tours: Selimiye Mosque guided visits, Kırkpınar oil wrestling, Grand Bazaar, Karaağaç and Greece border walks. From approx. $20.

Best Eskişehir Tours: Canal City & Meerschaum

Best Eskişehir tours: Porsuk Canal gondola rides, meerschaum pipe workshops, Odunpazarı Ottoman quarter and Phrygian Valley day trips. From approx. $20.

Best Gallipoli Tours: Battlefields & Peninsula

Best Gallipoli tours: ANZAC battlefield memorials, Troy day trips, Çanakkale history and Dardanelles cruises. Guided from approx. $35.

Best Göcek Tours: Sailing & Turquoise Coast

Best Göcek tours: 12 Island boat trips, gulet day sails, Gemiler Island ruins, sea kayaking and Butterfly Valley. From approx. $30.

Best Hatay Tours: 8 Top-Rated Antakya and Mosaic Experiences

Best Hatay tours: Antakya mosaic museum, St Peter's Church, Harbiye waterfalls, Samandağ beach and multi-faith old city walks. From approx. $20.

Best Kaş Tours: 8 Top-Rated Lycian Coast Experiences

Best Kaş tours: scuba diving on wrecks, sea kayaking to Kekova, Lycian ruins, Saklikent Gorge and boat trips. From approx. $30.

Best Kayseri Tours: Cappadocia Gateway

Best Kayseri tours: Cappadocia valleys day trips, Erciyes ski resort, Sultanhanı Caravanserai, tarhana workshop and Seljuk monuments. From approx. $25.

Best Mardin Tours: Old City & Mesopotamia

Best Mardin tours: old city walking tours, Deyrulzafaran Monastery, Göbekli Tepe day trips and Tur Abdin Syriac heritage. From approx. $25.

Best Patara Tours: Lycian Ruins & Beach

Best Patara tours: ancient Lycian capital ruins, 18km protected beach, St Nicholas birthplace, sea turtle watching and Xanthos day trips. From approx. $20.

Best Photography Spots in Türkiye: 15 Iconic Locations

From Cappadocia balloons at sunrise to Pamukkale's white terraces - the 15 best photography spots in Turkey with timing, access, and entry fee details.

Best Rize Tours: Black Sea Tea Country

Best Rize tours: tea plantation walks, Ayder Plateau thermal springs, Kaçkar mountain hikes, Fırtına Valley and Çamlıhemşin. From approx. $25.

Best Safranbolu Tours: Ottoman Mansions & Old Town

Best Safranbolu tours: UNESCO old city walks, Ottoman mansion stays, saffron harvesting, canyon hikes and Amasya day trips. From approx. $20.

Best Şanlıurfa Tours: Experiences Near Göbekli Tepe

Best Şanlıurfa tours: Göbekli Tepe guided visits, Abraham's Pool, Harran beehive houses, Nemrut and Gaziantep day trips. From approx. $25.

Best Sivas Tours: Seljuk Architecture & Divriği

Best Sivas tours: Seljuk medrese facades, Divriği UNESCO mosque, Kangal thermal fish spa and Hafik Lake. Day trips from approx. $20.

Best Tours in Alanya: 9 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Alanya tours - cave boat trips, Alanya Castle, jeep safari, white-water rafting, Dim Cave and city combo days. From approx. €20.

Best Tours in Ankara: 8 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Ankara tours: Anıtkabir Atatürk mausoleum, Anatolian civilisations museum, Gordion Phrygian ruins and Safranbolu day trips. From approx. $20.

Best Tours in Antalya: Top Experiences

Best Antalya tours - Old Town walks, Düden waterfall boat trips, jeep safaris, Pamukkale day trips and more. Prices from around $25.

Best Tours in Bodrum: Top Experiences

Best Bodrum tours - city tours with Bodrum Castle, boat trips, scuba diving, Pamukkale day trips and more. Prices from around $30.

Best Tours in Bursa: 8 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Bursa tours: Green Mosque and Green Tomb, Uludağ cable car, Grand Bazaar silk shopping and İznik day trips. From approx. $20.

Best Tours in Cappadocia: 10 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Cappadocia tours - hot air balloons, Red Tour, underground cities and ATV rides. Top picks for every traveller from EUR35.

Best Tours in Ephesus: 9 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Ephesus tours - guided walks, Virgin Mary House, shore excursions from Kusadasi. Top picks for every traveller from EUR25.

Best Tours in Fethiye: Top Experiences

Best Fethiye tours - 12 Islands boat trips, paragliding over Ölüdeniz, jeep safaris, Saklıkent Gorge and Pamukkale day trips. From $30.

Best Tours in Gaziantep: 8 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Gaziantep tours: baklava workshops, Zeugma mosaic museum, Zeugma archaeological site and Adıyaman-Nemrut day trips. From approx. $25.

Best Tours in Istanbul: For Every Traveller Type

Best Istanbul tours - Old City walking tours, Bosphorus dinner cruises, food tours and day trips to Gallipoli. Prices from around €20.

Best Tours in Izmir: Top Experiences

Best Izmir tours - Ephesus day trips, Pamukkale excursions, city tours of Kordon and Kemeraltı, and Çeşme coast trips. From around $35.

Best Tours in Kalkan: 8 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Kalkan tours: boat trips to Kaş, Xanthos Lycian ruins, Saklikent Gorge day trips and sunset gulet cruises. From approx. €30.

Best Tours in Konya: 8 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Konya tours - Mevlana Museum, whirling dervishes Sema ceremony, Çatalhöyük, Sille village and private city tours. From approx. €20.

Best Tours in Kusadasi: 8 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Kusadasi tours: Ephesus half-day, House of Mary, Pamukkale day trips, Dilek Peninsula boat tours and Turkish cooking. From approx. $25.

Best Tours in Marmaris: 9 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Marmaris tours - 12 Islands boat trips, Cleopatra Island, jeep safari, paragliding and Dalyan day trips. From approx. €30.

Best Tours in Ölüdeniz: 8 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Ölüdeniz tours: paragliding from Babadağ, Blue Lagoon boat trips, Butterfly Valley and Fethiye sailing. From approx. €30.

Best Tours in Pamukkale: 8 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Pamukkale tours - travertine terraces, Hierapolis ruins, Cleopatra Pool and fly-in day trips from Istanbul. From EUR30 per person.

Best Tours in Side: 8 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Side tours: Temple of Apollo sunset, ancient theatre, Manavgat waterfall and jeep safaris through the Taurus Mountains. From approx. $25.

Best Tours in Trabzon: 8 Top-Rated Experiences

Best Trabzon tours - Sümela Monastery, Uzungöl, Ayder Plateau, Fırtına Valley, paragliding and Black Sea highlights. From approx. €25.

Best Tours in Turkey: Top Experiences

Best tours in Turkey: Istanbul old city walks, Cappadocia balloon flights, Ephesus, Pamukkale, and the Bosphorus - verified GYG picks.

Best Van Tours: Lake Van & Eastern Turkey

Best Van tours: Akdamar Island church, Lake Van boat trips, Van Castle ruins, Urartu Museum and Çavuştepe fortress. From approx. $25.

Blue Mosque Istanbul: Hours, Dress Code & Visitor Guide

Blue Mosque Istanbul is free to enter but closes at prayer times. Hours, dress code, the visitor entrance, tram stop and how to skip the queue.

Bosphorus Cruise Istanbul: Complete Guide

Bosphorus cruise options from public ferries to dinner boats - prices, routes, best times, and booking tips for Istanbul's iconic waterway.

Derinkuyu Underground City: Tickets, Hours, How to Visit

Derinkuyu underground city guide: levels, history, 2026 entry fee in euros, hours, Museum Pass and how to get there from Göreme.

Dolmabahçe Palace Istanbul: Tickets, Hours & Tour Guide

Dolmabahçe Palace combined ticket is about ₺2,000 as of 2026. Hours, closed Mondays, Selamlık and Harem tours, tram stop and booking tips.

Eastern Express Türkiye: Complete Train Guide Ankara to Kars

Complete guide to Turkey's Eastern Express - Ankara to Kars route, booking TCDD tickets, prices, stops, scenery, and what to expect on board.

Ephesus, Selçuk: Tickets, Getting There & Visitor Guide

Ephesus entry costs approximately ₺1,000. Terrace Houses cost extra. How to get from Kuşadası or İzmir, what to see, and when to visit.

Galata Tower Istanbul: Tickets, Hours & Best Time to Go

Galata Tower costs about €30 for foreign visitors as of 2026. Opening hours, queue tips, the nearest metro and the best time to catch the sunset view.

Grand Bazaar Istanbul: Hours, Gates & How to Shop Well

The Grand Bazaar is free to enter, open Monday to Saturday and closed Sundays. Hours, gates, what to buy, bargaining tips and the nearest tram stop.

Gulet Cruise Routes on the Turquoise Coast

Gulet cruise routes on Turkey's Turquoise Coast: Fethiye to Olympos, Bodrum to Gökova, best stops at Kekova, Butterfly Valley, and how to book.

Hagia Sophia Istanbul: Visitor Guide (Entry, Hours, Tips)

Hagia Sophia costs about €25 for foreign visitors as of 2026. Hours, prayer closures, dress code, queue tips and what to see inside.

Hierapolis Ancient City: Theatre, Necropolis and Cleopatra Pool

Hierapolis guide: theatre, necropolis, Martyrium of St Philip, Cleopatra's Antique Pool, 2026 fees, hours and the Pamukkale combined ticket.

Is Pamukkale Worth Visiting? Tickets, Winter Tips & Denizli

Pamukkale is worth visiting: arrive before 8am or after 5pm. Entry about 30 euros includes Hierapolis ruins. Day trips from Denizli and winter visit tips.

Istanbul Food Tours: The Best Ways to Eat in Istanbul

The best Istanbul food tours by neighbourhood - Kadiköy market, Beyoğlu meyhanes, Sultanahmet street food. Prices, operators, and what to expect.

Lycian Way Trekking Guide: Turkey's 540km Coastal Trail

Complete Lycian Way guide: route from Ölüdeniz to Antalya, best sections, difficulty, accommodation, what to pack, and how to get to the trailheads.

Mount Nemrut: The Giant Stone Heads of Southeast

Visit Mount Nemrut's 2,150m summit, home to colossal stone heads from 62 BCE. Sunrise vs sunset, how to get there, entry fees and tour options.

Scuba Diving in Türkiye: Kaş, Antalya, Kemer

Scuba diving in Turkey: best sites around Kaş, Kemer and Antalya, Mediterranean wrecks, visibility, dive operators, courses and when to go.

Skiing Erciyes, Kayseri: Lift Passes, Runs & Resort Guide

Guide to skiing Erciyes near Kayseri - lift passes, run difficulty, on-mountain hotels, après-ski, equipment rental, and transport from Cappadocia.

Skiing in Türkiye: Uludağ, Palandöken, Erciyes

Skiing in Turkey: Uludağ, Palandöken, Erciyes and Kartalkaya - lift passes, getting there, equipment rental, accommodation and best season to ski.

Skiing Kartalkaya, Bolu: Lift Passes, Runs & Resort Guide

Guide to Kartalkaya ski resort near Bolu - lift passes, run difficulty, on-mountain hotels, après-ski, equipment rental and driving from Istanbul.

Skiing Palandöken, Erzurum: Lift Passes, Runs & Resort Guide

Skiing Palandöken near Erzurum - lift passes, run difficulty, mountain hotels, après-ski, equipment rental and transfer options to the resort.

Skiing Uludağ, Bursa: Lift Passes, Runs & Resort Guide

Full guide to skiing Uludağ near Bursa - lift passes, run difficulty, on-mountain hotels, après-ski, cable car access and what to do beyond the slopes.

Taksim Square Istanbul: What to See, Getting There & Safety

Taksim Square is Istanbul's modern hub. What to see, the nostalgic tram, getting there by metro and funicular, and sensible safety tips.

Thermal Springs in Türkiye: Pamukkale, Afyon, Yalova, Bursa

Turkey's best thermal springs - Pamukkale, Afyon spa hotels, Yalova baths, Bursa Çekirge hot springs and Kangal fish therapy. With entry fees.

Topkapi Palace Istanbul: Tickets, Hours & Visitor Guide

Topkapi Palace costs about €55 for foreign visitors as of 2026, Harem included. What to see, how long to allow and how to skip the queues.

Troy Ancient City: Tickets, Museum and Day Trip from Istanbul

Troy ancient city guide: what survives, the Troy Museum, 2026 entry fees, hours, and how to visit from Çanakkale or on a day trip from Istanbul.

Turkish Bath Guide: How to Experience a Hamam in Türkiye

Turkish hamam guide: what to expect, historic hammams in Istanbul, costs, etiquette for first-timers and how regional baths across Turkey differ.

Turkish Cooking Classes in Istanbul: What to Expect

Turkish cooking classes in Istanbul: what you'll learn, best operators, Spice Bazaar market tours, costs from €50 and how to book the best experience.

Whirling Dervishes in Istanbul and Konya: A Complete Guide

Where to see whirling dervishes in Istanbul and Konya: venues, prices, the Sema ceremony explained, dress code, and booking tips.

Whitewater Rafting in Antalya: Köprülü Canyon and Beyond

Whitewater rafting in Antalya's Köprülü Canyon: operators, costs, difficulty levels, what's included, the best season and other canyons to consider.