The mountain and nature
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Uludağ cable car | One of the world's longest cable car lines, rising from the city to the mountain's forests and plateaus. | Leaves from the Teleferik district of Bursa |
| Mount Uludağ | Snow and ski resorts in winter, forests and picnics in summer. | South of Bursa |
| Gölyazı village | A village on a peninsula in Lake Uluabat, with old houses, pelicans and magical sunsets. | About 40 minutes west of Bursa |
| Suuçtu waterfall | A waterfall in the forest with a family-friendly walkway. | Mustafakemalpaşa, west of Bursa |
Heritage and markets
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Cumalıkızık village | A preserved Ottoman village of colourful houses and stone lanes, part of a UNESCO World Heritage site. | East of Bursa |
| The Grand Mosque (Ulu Cami) | One of the best-known early Ottoman mosques, with twenty domes and a fountain inside. | Central Bursa |
| Koza Han | An old Ottoman inn for the silk trade, with scarf shops and cafés in its courtyard. | Central Bursa, next to the Grand Mosque |
| Irgandı Bridge | A historic bridge lined with craft shops, one of only a few in the world. | Central Bursa |
Tips before you go
- Bursa is about two and a half hours from Istanbul by car, or by the fast ferry for part of the way.
- Come December to March for skiing on Uludağ, and May to September for green landscapes.
- Try İskender kebab in its home city.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Bursa?
The Uludağ cable car and mountain, Cumalıkızık village, the Grand Mosque, Koza Han, Irgandı Bridge and Gölyazı.
How far is Bursa from Istanbul?
About two and a half hours by car; the fast ferry across the Sea of Marmara shortens it.
When is there snow on Uludağ?
Usually December to March, the ski season.
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Last updated: October 2026. The information is for guidance only; ticket prices and opening hours are set by each attraction and may change, so check them on the official website before you go.