Turkey

Day trips from Istanbul

Places you can visit in a day from Istanbul and be back by evening. Distances are in a straight line from the city centre.

Best day trips

1

Büyükada (Prince's Islands)
22 km from Istanbul
A car-free island with historic wooden mansions and quiet bike paths, reachable by ferry
2

Şile
58 km from Istanbul
A seaside town north of Istanbul known for its lighthouse and fresh fish restaurants
3

Ağva
77 km from Istanbul
A riverside village with pine forests and a calm Black Sea inlet, good for a relaxed day
4

Kilyos (Kumköy Beach)
27 km from Istanbul
A Black Sea beach north of the city, popular for swimming and picnics in summer
5

Polonezköy Nature Park
24 km from Istanbul
A forested reserve near the city offering walking trails and picnic areas
6

Lake Sapanca
17 km from Istanbul
A lake surrounded by hills, ideal for a lakeside walk and simple meals by the water
7

İznik (Nicaea)
92 km from Istanbul
A historic town with well‑preserved Ottoman tiles and a quiet lakefront promenade
8

Kemerburgaz (Kemerburgaz Forest)
17 km from Istanbul
A forested area with marked trails and occasional wildlife spotting, reachable by car
9

Çatalca (Çilingoz Beach)
84 km from Istanbul
A sandy beach on the Black Sea with shallow water, suitable for families and a quick dip