4.4 ·
Trade the city for Polonezköy Nature Park, a big stretch of forest on Istanbul's outskirts. Follow shaded hiking and biking trails, then settle at a picnic spot or nearby restaurant for a long outdoor lunch.
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Polonezköy Nature Park is a large wooded reserve on the edge of Istanbul, covering several thousand acres of forest with marked walking and biking trails. It works as a full half-day escape from the city: reviewers mention fresh air, birdsong, clean paths and room to barbecue or eat at a restaurant nearby.
Campsites and shady picnic areas make it popular with families and groups of friends as well as couples. The park is open around the clock, and a typical visit runs about three hours, with high walking intensity if you follow the longer forest trails.
Polonezköy Nature Park is a large wooded reserve on the edge of Istanbul, covering several thousand acres of forest with marked walking and biking trails. It works as a full half-day escape from the city: reviewers mention fresh air, birdsong, clean paths and room to barbecue or eat at a restaurant nearby.
Campsites and shady picnic areas make it popular with families and groups of friends as well as couples. The park is open around the clock, and a typical visit runs about three hours, with high walking intensity if you follow the longer forest trails.
Duration
3h
Best time
early morning, morning, lunchtime or afternoon
Intensity
Active — lots of walking
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It's a good place for spending time with family and friends 🧡 you can barbecue or you can have your meal at restaurant 😋
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