9-Day Turkey road trip from Konya to Ankara, Kocaeli, Istanbul, and Eskişehir

Konya has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Culture Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 17,765 visitors.

Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

Konya also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Konya is Mr. Frog Pub Bistro. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 786 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Turkey!

Day 2 of your road trip through Turkey gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Ankara for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Selçuklu is the amazing Sille Baraj Parkı. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,661 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible butterfly house, Konya Tropical Butterfly Garden. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,477 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Selçuklu is the outstanding Ecdat Parkı. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 8,128 visitors.

The spectacular Kyoto Japanese Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 14,441 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit The Soul Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ankara. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,729 customers.

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

You still have 1 night left in Ankara.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Ulucanlar Prison Museum. This incredible attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,224 visitors.

Ankara Castle is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 18,222 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Museum of Anatolian Civilizations. Attracting 450,000 annual visitors, it's clear that Museum of Anatolian Civilizations is one of the top sights of the area. This amazing attraction is a national museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,450 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Haci Bayram Mosque. This mosque and place of interest is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 19,269 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 Ankara.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Ankara, like Urfalı Hayrağ'nın Yeri. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,773 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Ankara, Nefes Bar // Bi' Nefes Özgürlük. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,078 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Turkey. Today, you'll wake up in Ankara and embark on a scenic drive to Kocaeli, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Ankara 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. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 20,491 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Anıtkabir. This attraction, a beloved mausoleum, has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 118,317 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Ankara is the stunning Independence Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 13,614 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Golcuk Nature Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,352 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Başol Steak House Et Kasap. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 917 customers.

After dinner, visit Doping Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Kocaeli, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 111 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Grand Mecidiye Mosque (Ortaköy Mosque). This attraction is a mosque and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 32,994 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Yıldız Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 33,205 visitors.

Dolmabahçe Palace is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular palace, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 75,692 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Beşiktaş is another excellent way to spend your new day in Turkey. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Turkey’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Turkey’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Turkey’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Miniatürk for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a miniature park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 32,760 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Galata Tower. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 169,479 visitors, this tower deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hanzade Terrace Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Istanbul. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 5,898 customers.

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

After dinner, visit Arch Bistro, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Istanbul. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Harab'be Cafe. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,610 customers.

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

You still have 1 night left in Istanbul.

One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Gülhane Park. This incredible attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 59,778 visitors.

Topkapı Palace is another popular attraction you'll visit. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 95,040 visitors. Topkapı Palace attracts about 1,932,726 travelers annually.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Hagia Sophia. This amazing attraction is a minor basilica and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 127,439 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Sultan Ahmed Mosque. This mosque and place of interest is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 91,956 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.

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

You’ll stay in Eskişehir for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Grand Bazaar. This excellent attraction is a bazaar that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 145,525 visitors.

Around 164,946 travelers rated this attraction with 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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. 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 Grand Bazaar for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Istanbul. This popular attraction is a bazaar and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 145,525 visitors.

This outstanding bazaar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 164,946 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Galata Bridge. This attraction, a stunning bascule bridge, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,650 visitors.

If you’re interested in exploring even more, visit the fantastic Eyüp Sultan Mosque. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 58,057 travelers, the magnificent Eyüp Sultan Mosque 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 Eskişehir.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Eskişehir, Yusufeli Coruh Doner. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,810 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 8 of your epic road trip in Turkey, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Eskişehir. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Konya. You’ll stay in Konya for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Eskişehir’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Eskişehir, start your day with a visit to the amazing Dede Korkut Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,900 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Eskişehir Metropolitan Municipality Kentpark. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,614 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kanlıpınar the Martyrdom to make the most of your road trip across Turkey. The spectacular Kanlıpınar the Martyrdom is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 441 visitors.

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

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Konya, the fantastic Konya Kebap Evi. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Akyokuş Dostların Yeri Aile Restauranttı. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 118 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Turkey!

Day 9 of your road trip in Turkey is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Konya 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.

Çelebi Parkı is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Konya. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 267 visitors.

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

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