Travel Guide
Weekend getaway spots close to İstanbul
2024-06-19
There are many wonderful destinations for those wanting to escape İstanbul's intense pace and take a short break for the weekend. Here are a few suggestions that stand out among the places to visit at the weekend close to İstanbul:
1. Lake Sapanca and Maşukiye: Lake Sapanca, around 1.5 hours from İstanbul, is a perfect escape spot for nature lovers. You can walk around the lake, cycle or take a boat trip on the lake. Maşukiye, right next to Sapanca, is famous for its waterfalls, walking trails and restaurants surrounded by nature. Here you can have delicious village breakfasts while enjoying nature.
2. Ağva and Şile: Ağva, which you can reach with a journey of around 1.5-2 hours from İstanbul, is a calm, peaceful town on the Black Sea coast. In Ağva, set between the Göksu and Yeşilçay rivers, you can take river trips, join nature walks or rest on the shore. Ağva's neighbour Şile is famous for its historic lighthouse, its wide sands and its restaurants where you can enjoy seafood.
3. Polonezköy: Polonezköy, only 30 km from İstanbul, is an ideal place for escaping the city. This village, founded by Polish immigrants, is known for its nature walks, picnic areas and village breakfasts. It is also a wonderful option for those wanting to cycle in the Polonezköy Nature Park or be alone with nature.
These destinations are perfect escape spots for those wanting to get away, even for a short while, from İstanbul's crowded and stressful life. You can visit these places to be alone with nature, find peace and make new discoveries.
