Istanbul
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque | Istanbul's best-known historic landmarks, on Sultanahmet Square. | Sultanahmet |
| A Bosphorus cruise | A boat ride between two continents, past palaces on both shores. | From Eminönü or Beşiktaş |
| The Grand Bazaar | One of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world. | Fatih |
Northern Turkey
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Uzungöl lake | A quiet lake between green mountains, with a wooden mosque on its shore. | About 2 hours from Trabzon |
| The Ayder plateau | Waterfalls, wooden chalets and mist drifting over the forests. | Rize |
| Sapanca lake and Maşukiye | A lake among the forests, and Maşukiye village with its small waterfalls and riverside restaurants. | About 2 hours from Istanbul |
| Mount Uludağ | A cable car up to Bursa's forests and peaks, with skiing in winter. | Bursa |
Cappadocia and central Turkey
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| Cappadocia's balloons | A dawn balloon flight over the rock chimneys and valleys. | Flights depend on the weather, so book early |
| Göreme Open-Air Museum | An archaeological complex carved into the rock, on the World Heritage list. | Göreme |
| Derinkuyu underground city | A deep, many-levelled city dug in ancient times for shelter. | South of Göreme |
| Pamukkale | White travertine terraces and warm water above the ruins of Hierapolis. | Denizli, western Turkey |
Antalya and the Mediterranean
| Place | Why go | Before you go |
|---|---|---|
| The Düden waterfalls | Waterfalls that drop from the cliff straight into the sea. | Antalya |
| Lara and Konyaaltı beaches | Long beaches and family resorts on the Mediterranean. | Antalya |
| The Land of Legends | A large theme and water park for the family. | Belek, near Antalya |
Tips before you go
- Ordinary Saudi passport holders enter Turkey visa-free for up to 90 days.
- Distances between regions are long, and domestic flights save time between Istanbul, Cappadocia, Antalya and Trabzon.
- Northern Turkey is at its best from June to September, and Antalya for the sea from May to October.
Hotels in Turkey
- Hotels in Istanbul
- Hotels in Trabzon
- Hotels in Uzungöl
- Hotels in Bursa
- Hotels in Antalya
- Hotels in Cappadocia
- Hotels in Bodrum
Flights to Istanbul
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Frequently asked questions
What are the top things to do in Turkey?
Istanbul, northern Turkey (Uzungöl and Ayder), Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Antalya and its waterfalls, and Bursa with Mount Uludağ.
Where are the most beautiful waterfalls in Turkey?
The Düden waterfalls in Antalya, the waterfalls of the Ayder plateau, and the Maşukiye falls near Sapanca.
When is the best time for Cappadocia's balloons?
Spring and autumn, with their settled weather; flights depend on the weather each day.
Planning your trip to Turkey? Read Travel to Turkey from Saudi Arabia.
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.