Turkey Ultimate Guide Map +100 Places
Turkey Ultimate Guide Map +100 Places
Alexandria Ugarte
Explore this map, I made as the ultimate Turkey guide, to get inspired and discover the places that will become the highlight of your next trip. Many of the places in this map will have helpful booking links and/or links to social media posts with more inside information.
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Istanbul
Istanbul is a major city in Turkey that straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. Its Old City reflects cultural influences of the many empires that once ruled here. In the Sultanahmet district, the open-air, Roman-era Hippodrome was for centuries the site of chariot races, and Egyptian obelisks also remain. The iconic Byzantine Hagia Sophia features a soaring 6th-century dome and rare Christian mosaics.
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Where to Stay
Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul At The Bosphorus
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Set on the Bosphorus waterfront, this grand luxe hotel is set in a 19th-century Ottoman palace. It's 7 km from the Hagia Sophia mosque.
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Soho House Istanbul
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Set in a 1873 neoclassical property and adjacent annex, this upscale hotel is 7 minutes' walk from the 5th-century Galata Tower and 10 minutes' walk from Şişhane metro.
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Adamar Hotel Sultanahmet Istanbul
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Overlooking the nearby Hagia Sophia, this upscale hotel in a 1905 building is a 7-minute walk from the Sultan Ahmed Mosque and 3.1 km from Taksim Square.
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Hagia Sofia Mansions Istanbul, Curio Collection by Hilton
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Set on a cobblestone street 2 minutes by foot from the Hagia Sofia Museum, this old-world hotel with a leafy courtyard is a 4-minute walk from the iconic Blue Mosque and 46 km from Istanbul Airport.
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Kadıköy
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Kadıköy is a laid-back residential neighborhood on Istanbul’s Asian shore, famed for its bustling fish and produce market offering Turkish pizza, olives, stuffed mussels, and more. On curving streets, buildings with colorful murals are home to indie boutiques, hip cafes, and Anatolian eateries. The views from the Moda neighborhood's shores stretch across the Sea of Marmara toward Sultanahmet, showcasing the skyline.
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Nişantaşı
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Nişantaşı is an upscale residential area that's popular for its fashion boutiques selling international and prominent local labels. Art nouveau buildings house trendy restaurants serving Turkish and global cuisine. Abdi İpekçi Street’s broad sidewalks are lined with cafes, while the backstreets are dotted with neighborhood bakeries and markets. Maçka Park has shaded walking paths.
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Sultanahmet
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Sultanahmet is a neighborhood known for being home to the striking Ottoman-era Blue Mosque with its iconic minarets, along with the famed, mosaic-filled Hagia Sophia mosque. Adjacent Sultanahmet Square has a park, gardens and fountains, along with the Egyptian Obelisk of Theodosius and the nearby 4th-century Stone of Million pillar ruin. The popular district is home to many shops, hotels and traditional eateries.
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Balat
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Balat is a down-to-earth neighborhood of narrow cobbled streets and colorful houses, where hip cafes and cutting-edge galleries sit next to old-school neighborhood grocers. Buildings like the Greek Ecumenical Patriarchate basilica, synagogues, and Byzantine churches attest to the area's cosmopolitan past as a center for Jewish, Greek, and Armenian communities.
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Points of Interest
Istanbul Airport
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The Blue Mosque
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Well-known site, also known as the Blue Mosque, built in 1616 & containing its founder's tomb.
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Fatih Mosque
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Huge hilltop mosque rebuilt in the 1700s, with 4 semi-domes around a central dome, plus 2 minarets.
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Hagia Sophia
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Iconic, storied mosque set within a vast, domed former Byzantine church with stained-glass windows.
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Topkapi Palace Museum
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Huge, opulent 15th-century palace, occupied by sultans for 400 years, housing Ottoman treasures.
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Dolmabahçe Palace
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Grand, domed sultan's palace, now a museum, including collections of art, calligraphy and carpets.
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Galata Tower
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Restored 14th-century tower and former prison overlooking the Bosphorus with a top-floor restaurant.
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Basilica Cistern
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Huge underground Roman water source held up with 336 marble columns covering 9,800 sq. meters.
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Küçüksu Kasrı (Milli Saraylar)
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This Neo-Baroque waterfront palace built as a summer residence for Ottoman sultans offers tours.
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Ataturk Cultural Center
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Gülhane Park
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Venerable, tranquil forested park featuring gardens, paths, a creek & a science museum
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Galatasaray Islet
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Floating facility featuring a sports complex, bars & restaurants, plus scenic water & bridge views.
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Bosphorus Yacht Cruise Meeting Point
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Relax whilst cruising the Bosphorus on a yacht trip and admire the imperial elegance and unique panoramic view of Istanbul's Asian and European sides. Stop on the Asian Side and visit Kanlica.
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Photo Spots
Pierre Loti Hill
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Overlooking the Golden Horn, this spot offers a picturesque setting for watching the sunset.
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Çamlıca Hill
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Enjoy panoramic views of the city & the Bosphorus from this iconic hill. Perfect for a peaceful sunset experience.
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Suleymaniye Mosque
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Witness a stunning sunset with the beautiful mosque and the city skyline in the background.
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Sultanahmet Square
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Public square with remnants of an ancient hippodrome, plus prominent & historic buildings.
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Taksim Square
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Fanning out from Taksim Square with its Republic Monument, Taksim is a busy nightlife, shopping, and dining area.
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European Side, Cankurtaran
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Shopping & Souvenirs
Şark Han
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Lades Vintage Moda
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Vintage Room
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Koi Vintage
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İstiklal Caddesi
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Grand Bazaar
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Historic sprawling network of indoor souks & market streets peddling leather, jewelry & gifts.
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Egyptian Bazaar
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Covered, 17th-century market known as the Egyptian Bazaar, with spice, food & textile shops.
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Clinics, Spas & Salons
Memorial Hospitals Group
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Makas Cihangir
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Hamam (Turkish Bath)
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Cağaloğlu Hamam
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Impressive Ottoman-empire hammam, finished in 1741, with domes supported by arches and columns. #1 on Tripadvisor, top rated
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Historical Galatasaray Bath
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Classic hammam with Ottoman-style marble-clad treatment areas & extras like massage & bubble baths.
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Hurrem Sultan Hammam
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16th-century, Ottoman-style hammam offering traditional baths & massages, plus on-site restaurant.
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Kılıç Ali Paşa Hamam
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Traditional bathing, exfoliation & massage services offered in a restored, dome-topped landmark.
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Çemberlitaş Hamamı
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Turkish bath complex dating from 1584 offering soaks, steam baths, scrubs, massages & clay masks
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Bars & Nightlife
Tarantula Pub Roof
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Sweets & Treats
Chaya Moda
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Dolce Far Niente
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Karaköy Güllüoğlu - Nadir Güllü
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Baklava & other traditional Turkish desserts offered in a classic setting with counter-service.
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Hafiz Mustafa 1864
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Long-running confectioner offering traditional Turkish sweets & pastries, plus coffee & tea.
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Cafes
FiLBooks
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Fazil Bey's Turkish Coffee
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Grōn Coffee
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Cocodema
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POPSTEL BALAT
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Petra Roasting Co.
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Sark Kahvesi
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Restaurants & Eateries
Ethem Efendi Breakfast
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Casual, all-you-can-eat breakfast spot featuring local & organic ingredients, plus housemade jams.
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Kızılkayalar Taksim
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Arça Restaurant & Grill
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Olden 1545
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Nilhan Sultan Köşkü Paşalimanı
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Bayramoğlu Döner
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Spacious restaurant serving doner kebabs & tandoori-baked bread amid unfussy surrounds.
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Şehzade Cağ Kebap
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Meyhanede Sortie
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Mikla
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Fine dining restaurant with contemporary styling & rooftop terrace, offering a tasting menu.
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Çiya Sofrası
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$$$ Home-style regional Turkish cuisine in a simple restaurant on 3 floors with a rooftop terrace.
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Barnathan İstanbul
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International staples served in relaxed, historic quarters with views of the Galata Tower.
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Azure The Bosphorus
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Modern international cuisine in a stylish restaurant featuring Bosphorus Strait views & a bar.
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Arada Cafe
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$$ Quaint & stylish space offering hummus, falafel & other Lebanese dishes, plus a popular brunch
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Pandeli Restaurant
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$$$ Michelin Bib Gourmand, one of the oldest restaurants in Istanbul
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Banyan Restaurant
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$$$ Asian fusion food in an elegant terrace restaurant with smart bamboo decor plus bridge views. Michelin Star
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Kuleli Yakamoz Restaurant
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$$$ Tranquil, spacious locale offering seafood specialties, buffet brunch, a terrace & Bosphorus views.
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Nusr-Et Steakhouse Etiler
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$$$$ Swanky spot for meat-centric Turkish fare from a chef with a flamboyant serving style.
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Dikili
Dikili is a municipality and district of İzmir Province, Turkey. Its area is 534 km², and its population is 47,360. The district is quite picturesque both along its Aegean shoreline and in its inland parts, and is a popular summer resort.
Dikili
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Dikili is a municipality and district of İzmir Province, Turkey. Its area is 534 km², and its population is 47,360. The district is quite picturesque both along its Aegean shoreline and in its inland parts, and is a popular summer resort.
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Bodrum
Bodrum is a city on the Bodrum Peninsula, stretching from Turkey's southwest coast into the Aegean Sea. The city features twin bays with views of Bodrum Castle.
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MACAKIZI BODRUM
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Set directly on the Aegean Sea, this posh waterfront hotel is 23 km from the Bodrum ferry terminal. It's 20 km from the dibeklih Culture and Art Village.
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Caresse, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Bodrum
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Set on a beach along the Aegean Sea, this luxe resort is 5 km from the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus and 41 km from Milas–Bodrum Airport. Marriott Bonvoy
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Points of Interest
Ephesus Ancient City
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Landmark archaeological site with monumental ruins of Roman & Greek temples, a theater & library.
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Bodrum Museum Of Underwater Archaeology
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Museum in Bodrum Castle featuring artifacts from ancient shipwrecks & a large collection of glass.
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Experiences & Tours
Orak Island Boat Tour Meeting Point
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Swim and snorkel in the beautiful bays of Orak Island, which are accessible only by boat. Spend a day at sea enjoying the clear waters and the sun.
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Beach Clubs
Villa Azur Restaurant & Beach Club Bodrum
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Elysium Beach Club
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Sarnıç Beach Club
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Folie Restaurant & Sea
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Hamam
Avalon Hamam & Spa Center
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Restaurants & Eateries
Surfer Caravan Beach
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Amigos Restaurant
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Artibir
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BIRDS Restaurant & Show Bodrum
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Lucca by the Sea
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Pamukkale
Pamukkale is a town in western Turkey known for the mineral-rich thermal waters flowing down white travertine terraces on a nearby hillside.
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Hierapolis ancient theater
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Travertines of Pamukkale (thermal pools)
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Natural thermal pools surrounded by white limestone, accessed by a walk over rough rocks.
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Cleopatra Antique Pools
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Experiences & Tours
Hot Air Balloon Flight Meeting Point
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Experience the panoramic views of the famous white cliffs, Meander Valley, and more on a hot-air balloon flight. Enjoy a Champagne tasting and get a certificate of attendance for the flight.
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Cappadocia
Cappadocia, a semi-arid region in central Turkey, is known for its distinctive “fairy chimneys,” tall, cone-shaped rock formations clustered in Monks Valley, Göreme and elsewhere.
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Museum Hotel
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Restored from ruins, caves and ancient houses, this innovative hotel is a 10-minute walk from Uchisar Castle, 4 km from Zelve Open Air Museum and 5 km from Al Nazar Church.
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Divan Cave House
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In a stone building among striking rocks, this quirky hotel with a cavelike vibe is 7 minutes' walk from Goreme bus station and 2 km from Goreme Open Air Museum, which features medieval monasteries carved into rock.
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Experiences & Tours
Hot Air Balloon Cappadocia
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Izmir
Izmir is a city on Turkey’s Aegean coast. Known as Smyrna in antiquity, it was founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans and rebuilt by Alexander the Great before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Today, its expansive archaeological sites include the Roman Agora of Smyrna, now an open-air museum. The hilltop Kadifekale, or Velvet Castle, built during Alexander’s reign, overlooks the city.
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Güvercinlik Koyu
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The Most Bostanlı
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Marmaris
Marmaris is a Mediterranean resort town along the Turkish Riviera (also known as the Turquoise Coast) with a busy, pebbly beach and long seafront promenade. It’s known for its lively nightlife on Bar Street, which is home to open-air clubs and music venues. Marmaris sits in a valley between pine-forested mountains and clear waters, which are popular sailing and diving destinations.
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Pilos Suites
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Points of Interest
Marmaris Castle
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Majestic 16th-century castle constructed over an ancient fort, offering expansive views & a museum.
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Experiences & Tours
Turkish Night Marmaris
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Turkish specialties served for dinner, alongside a show of folk & belly dancing & traditional music.
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FELIX Garden
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