It is a city that can be considered as the capital of industry and trade. Kocaeli has a coast to the sea. While you can ski in Kartepe in winter, you can fish in Başiskele Beach in summer. 

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How to Get to Kocaeli'?

Transportation to Kocaeli by Air

Select the nearest airline options Sabiha Gçen and Istanbul Airport offers. If you prefer one of the closest airports, you can continue the rest of the way by road.

Transportation to Kocaeli by Land

You can easily reach Kocaeli, which is home to the most used route in Turkey, by using the highway. Due to its proximity to Istanbul and being in the Marmara region, transportation is very easy and fast.

Transportation to Kocaeli by Seaway

Thanks to the ferry and ferry services, you can reach Kocaeli by sea for 24 hours. In addition, the sea bus;

Transportation to Kocaeli by Railroad

Kocaeli is on the railway connecting Istanbul and Thrace to Anatolia, so transportation by rail is preferred; You can choose your option. 

Popular Provinces of Kocaeli

Kartepe

You can experience an unforgettable winter holiday in Kartepe, which is known for being the highest hill in Kocaeli. In Kartepe, which welcomes thousands of local and foreign visitors during the winter season, natural beauties are also quite abundant. 

If you are planning to spend a holiday in Kartepe in winter, visit our Kartepe Hotels page to stay in beautiful facilities. You can take advantage of early reservation opportunities.

Gebze

The province, located between Istanbul and Izmit, is one of the unique places that makes its name known with its historical and natural beauties. It is home to many places such as Osman Hamdi Bey's Museum House and Hannibal's Tomb.

You can visit our Gebze Hotels page to stay at the most affordable prices at the facilities in Gebze.

Kandira

Kandıra, which has a coast to the Black Sea, because it is located in the north of the Kocaeli Bay, is distinguished from other provinces by this feature. There are many places to visit in Kandıra, where tourism activities are quite high. 

For the facilities in Kandıra, you can visit our Kandıra Hotels page. 

Kocaeli Beaches

Kefken Beach

One of the Kocaeli beaches where you can enjoy the unique view and the sun is Kefken beach.

Sarısu Beach

Sarisu beach, which is perfect for avoiding the noise and crowd of the city, is among the most popular Kocaeli beaches with its untouched beauty.

Natural Beauties of Kocaeli

Maşukiye

Maşukiye, which is included in the provincial borders, near Kartepe, welcomes you with its trout farms and green areas. Multiple plants and trees Maşukiye, which hosts its wife, is also known for its healing waters.

If you are planning a holiday in the green nature, you can make a reservation by visiting our page Maşukiye Hotels.

Forest

Recognized as Europe's largest natural life park, Ormanya was established on a 4,000-decare land with 467 animals from 53 different species. In addition to the camping area in the forest, you can take advantage of the hiking trails and recreation areas for your picnics with the advantage of free parking..

Golden of Sapanca

A part of Sapanca Lake, one of the freshwater lakes in the east of Marmara Sakarya< /a> and some of them are in Kocaeli. The competitions, which were held with athletes from both locals and around the world, are the third for Sapanca Golu to be recognized as a sport.

The area in Darica Zoo is home to many creatures from sloths to jaguars. Your children are interesting thanks to different animal varieties. and get the opportunity to see unusual animals. 

For accommodation around Darica Zoo, you can check our Darica Hotels page.

Deep Wonders Beach

Sports to be done in Kocaeli

Water polo

It will be very useful and enjoyable for you to play water polo in Kocaeli, where water sports are highly developed due to its coastline.

Cycling

In Kocaeli, which is home to many beaches, you can cycle on the bike paths on the coast. You can rent a bike or travel with your own bike.

Hall Sports

There are indoor and outdoor facilities in Kocaeli that allow you to play many sports such as volleyball, basketball and handball.

What to Eat in Kocaeli?

Goodbye

Höşmerim, one of the moist desserts of Kocaeli cuisine, is made using fresh cheese and butter. On special days and in Hıdırellez, hömerim is often served to the guests.

Stuffed Turkey

Stuffed turkey, one of the moist delicacies of New Year's Eve, is served with a capacity of 6-10 people.

Umaç çhorba

Uma prepared with less material; "Orbası" is one of the indispensable pieces of winter seasons in Kocaeli. 

İzmit Pişmaniyesi

One of the flavors that comes to mind when Izmit is mentioned, regret has become one of the symbols of the city.

City Transportation in Kocaeli

Municipal buses, tram, taxi, private public bus; You can provide transportation within the city of Kocaeli with minibuses and minibuses. 

Thanks to the ferry and ferry services, you can reach Kocaeli by sea for 24 hours. In addition, the sea bus;