Kocaeli Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An industrial complex with multiple tall chimneys, storage tanks, and a large dome-shaped structure.
A coastal rock formation with layered strata and a clear blue sea.
A snow-covered mountain landscape with a lake in the distance.
A turquoise sea, sandy beach, and green vegetation.
A sandy beach with a small boat on the shore and mountains in the background.

Popular cities in Kocaeli

A large red building with a steep roof, surrounded by snow-covered ground and trees.
Kartepe
Known for Skiing, Relaxing and Friendly people
Explore relaxing Kartepe: its skiing, parks, dining and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Ormanya Wildlife Park
  • Kartepe Ski Center
A coastal landscape with a calm sea, rocky cliffs, and a sunset.
Kandira
Known for Nature and Natural parks
Get away to Kandira! Enjoy the natural setting and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Bağırganlı Beach
A large suspension bridge spanning a deep blue body of water, with a clear sky in the background.
Gebze
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Business
Get away to Gebze! Enjoy the sports, history and local cuisine.

Reasons to visit

  • Eskihisar Castle
An aerial view of a coastal landscape with a clear path, rocky cliffs, and a beach.
İzmit
Known for Sea, Spas and Luxury
Experience upscale İzmit: its spas, skiing, gardens and more!
A calm waterfront with boats docked along the pier, a sandy beach, and a row of trees lining the shore.
Basiskele
Known for Sea, Friendly people and Spas
Get away to upscale Basiskele! Enjoy the seaside, spas and beaches.
A coastal cityscape with dense urban buildings, a port with cranes, and a large ship in the water.
Darica
Known for Swimming, Friendly people and Zoo
Trip time! Discover the zoo and parks in Darica.

Stay near popular Kocaeli attractions