What to do in Balikesir

Activities, attractions and tours

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Activities

Cleopatra boat trip

Cleopatra (Sedir Island) Boat Trips from Marmaris and Icmeler

NZ$78
per adult
Cleopatra (Sedir Island) Boat Trips from Marmaris and Icmeler
LesvosYourWay: Customized Private Full-Day tour with a local

LesvosYourWay: Customized Private Full-Day tour with a local

NZ$876
per traveller
LesvosYourWay: Customized Private Full-Day tour with a local
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Sarimsakli Beach

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If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sarimsakli Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Sarimsakli. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
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Ayvalik City Center

You'll enjoy the beaches and churches in Ayvalik City Center. You might want to make time for a stop at Ayvalık Flea Market or Taksiyarhis Kilisesi.

Zagnos Pasa Mosque and square in Balikesir City

Altıeylül

Travellers like the monuments in Altıeylül, and Balikesir Clock Tower is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Zagnos Pasa Mosque and square in Balikesir City

Karesi

You'll enjoy the archaeological sites and museums in Karesi. You might want to make time for a stop at Martyrs' Park or Değirmen Boğazı Nature Park.

 

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Day trip destinations from Balikesir

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Bergama

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Istanbul

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Dikili

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Kucukkuyu

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Akhisar

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Pelitkoy

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Biga

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Yenice