One-Week Turkey Road Trip from Ankara traveling west to Eskişehir, Yalova, Istanbul, and Bolu

Your road trip adventure in Turkey begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Ankara. You’ll stay in Ankara for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Ankara has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Kuğulu Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 20,491 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Ankara, Masabaşı Kebapçısı. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,976 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Ankara is Fevzi Hoca Balık Lokantası. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,895 customers.

Locals recommend Tavacı Recep Usta Ümitköy - Ankara as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ankara. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,642 customers.

Ankara also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Ankara is Afitap Meyhane Tunus. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,047 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Ankara is Varuna Gezgin Cafe - Ankara - Tunalı. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,925 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Soul Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Turkey!

Rise and shine on day 2 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Ankara and embark on a scenic drive to Eskişehir, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Ankara and Çankaya before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Ankara. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Seğmenler Parkı. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 12,145 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Independence Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,614 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Ankara is the stunning Anıtkabir. This mausoleum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 118,317 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated museum in Ankara. The popular MTA Genel Müdürlüğü Şehit Cuma Dağ Tabiat Tarihi Müzesi is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,507 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight, or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Çansera Kent Bahçesi. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 5,455 reviews.

Wave goodbye to Ankara and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Çankaya has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Seğmenler Parkı. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 12,145 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Çankaya, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Eskişehir. When you arrive in Eskişehir you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Eskişehir Koza Kebap. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,144 customers.

Locals also recommend Birsen Kebap Pide, another of the best restaurants in Eskişehir. Birsen Kebap Pide is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,436 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Yusufeli Coruh Doner. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,810 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Varuna Gezgin Cafe - Eskişehir - Kantin to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Eskişehir, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,752 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Varuna Memphis. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Varuna Memphis has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,291 customers.

Dublin Cafe & Irish Pub is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,799 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Turkey, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 3 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Odunpazarı and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Yalova. You will stay in Yalova for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Odunpazarı is the amazing Eskisehir Sehr-i Love Island. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,758 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Eskişehir Metropolitan Municipality Kentpark. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,614 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

You can make the most of your new day in Odunpazarı by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Turkey. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Yalova, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Öncü Fırın Cafe, one of the best restaurants in the city of Yalova. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,690 customers.

Locals also recommend Kardeşler İşkembe & pide kebap sarayı as one of the best restaurants in the city of Yalova. Kardeşler İşkembe & pide kebap sarayı is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,073 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Yalova is Coffee Chefs Lounge. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 523 customers.

After dinner, visit Aksoy Et & Izgara, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Yalova. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 596 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Özbaşkanlar Kasap Izgara. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 488 customers.

Alternatively, İHSAN IZGARA is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Yalova. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 406 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey!

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Yalova and embark on a scenic drive to Istanbul, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Yalova before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Yalova. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Hagia Sophia. This attraction is a minor basilica that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 127,439 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Basilica Cistern. This attraction, a beloved palace, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 68,033 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Yalova is the stunning Sultanahmet Square. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 30,938 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated mosque in Yalova. The popular Sultan Ahmed Mosque is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,956 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Hanzade Terrace Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 5,898 customers.

Locals also recommend Mivan Restaurant & Cafe, another of the best restaurants in Istanbul. Mivan Restaurant & Cafe is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 3,913 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Garden Mezze | Steakhouse Restaurant | Fine Dining | Top Turkish Restaurant | Seafood | Breakfast. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 1,884 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Arch Bistro to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Istanbul, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Flekk. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Flekk has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 576 customers.

Harab'be Cafe is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,610 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Turkey, and look forward to more great days to come!

On day 5 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Istanbul, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Istanbul.

Today you'll explore the city of Istanbul. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Topkapı Palace. As one of the top sights in the area, around 1,932,726 people visit this attraction every year. This incredible attraction is a palace and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 95,040 visitors.

Gülhane Park is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Istanbul. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 59,778 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Istanbul is Spice Bazaar. This amazing attraction is a bazaar and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 164,946 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Süleymaniye Mosque. This mosque and place of interest is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 51,661 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Grand Bazaar. This bazaar is a popular attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 145,525 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Turkey to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Istanbul.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul, like Saltanat Fish & Kebab House. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,112 customers.

Divella Bistro Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Istanbul. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,711 customers.

Locals enjoy Turkish Cuisine, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Istanbul. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,399 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Istanbul, Vamos Estambul Restaurant & Cafe. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,447 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Joker No.19. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,483 customers.

Corner Irish Pub is another of the best bars in the city of Istanbul. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,406 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Turkey!

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the city of Beyoğlu and the city of Üsküdar. You’ll stay in Bolu for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the town of Beyoğlu today is Galata Tower. This excellent attraction is a tower that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 169,479 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Turkey, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the town, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Turkey. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Dolmabahçe Palace for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Üsküdar. This popular attraction is a palace and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 75,692 visitors.

This outstanding best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,243 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Grand Mecidiye Mosque (Ortaköy Mosque) in the town of Üsküdar. This attraction, a stunning mosque, has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,994 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Yıldız Park. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 33,205 travelers, the magnificent Yıldız Park is clearly one of the top sights in the area.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Bolu.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Bolu, Yorem Manti Unlu Mamuller. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,926 customers.

Locals recommend Bolu Hanzade Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Bolu. Bolu Hanzade Restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,298 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Bolu is Kazancım Hizmet Etli Ekmek. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,436 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Bolu, Karpalas City Hotel & Spa. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,485 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Bolu Gardenya Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 382 customers.

Kartaltepe Boutique Hotel is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Bolu. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 340 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Turkey with a toast!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Bolu. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Ankara. You’ll stay in Ankara for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bolu’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bolu, start your day with a visit to the amazing Upper Stone Inn. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 512 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Beyazıt Cami. This mosque and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 816 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Orta Hamam to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Orta Hamam is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 866 visitors.

The lovely Golcuk Nature Park is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 16,352 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Akkaya Travertenleri. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 3,811 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bolu has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Ankara. Ankara offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Cafe des Cafes. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,370 reviews.

The remarkable Bogazici Lokantasi is another top restaurant in Ankara we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,361 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Urfalı Hayrağ'nın Yeri is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,773 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Ankara, the fantastic Crossroads Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,265 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Nefes Bar // Bi' Nefes Özgürlük. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,078 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Zula Bar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 915 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 8 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Ankara before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

50th Year Park is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Ankara. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,063 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Ankara and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Turkey.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Ankara at Kumsal Lokantası before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,386 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend L'avare Sahne for your last chance at a meal in the city of Ankara. The L'avare Sahne restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,160 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Dafne Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,470 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Ankara. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Turkey!