Çanakkale Neyi Meşhur?

Çanakkale Travel Guide: Gallipoli, Troy, the Strait, and Kordon

Short answer: Çanakkale is the bridge where the Marmara and Aegean regions meet, designated by license plate 17. The monuments and war graves of the Gallipoli Campaign, the ancient heritage of Troya and Assos, as well as Bozcaada and its coastal villages, are all gathered within the same province. In the city center, Kordon, Aynalı Çarşı, and the strait ferry dictate the daily rhythm. Çanakkale cheese halva, seafood, and kumru complete the dining table.

Visiting the Gallipoli Historical Site, Troy, and the islands requires separate days and a transportation plan. Be sure to check current hours when visiting museums and war memorials.

Build your trip on three pillars

Most travelers in Çanakkale divide their time between Gallipoli monuments and war graves, Troy and ancient cities, and Kordon, the bazaar, and Aegean flavors. Nelerimeshur features hundreds of spots; the selections below are examples. To view the full list, you can browse the categories on the Çanakkale homepage.

Gallipoli Historical Site and Monuments

The Çanakkale Martyrs' Memorial is the symbol of a Gallipoli visit. Çanakkale Martyrs' Memorial.

Conkbayırı, the Seyit Onbaşı Monument, Şahindere War Cemetery, and the Havuzlar War Cemetery and Monument are commemorated along the same line. Conkbayırı · Seyit Onbaşı Monument · Şahindere War Cemetery · Havuzlar War Cemetery and Monument.

The First Martyrs' Monument, Helles Memorial, Lone Pine Memorial, and Morto Bay tell the stories of different fronts. First Martyrs' Monument · Helles Memorial · Lone Pine (Australian) Memorial · Morto Bay.

Seddülbahir Castle, Namazgah Battery, and the Namazgah (Azepler Mosque) carry the memory of ancient walls and artillery batteries. Seddülbahir Castle · Namazgah Battery · Namazgah (Azepler Mosque).

The 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery and the Çanakkale ferry pier are practical stops for your itinerary. 57th Infantry Regiment Cemetery · GESTAŞ Çanakkale Ferry Pier.

All historical records: Çanakkale — historical places.

Troy, Assos, and the Ancient Coast

The Ancient City of Troy, the Temple of Athena, and the Altar of Zeus are considered within the same archaeological context. Ancient City of Troy · Temple of Athena · Altar of Zeus.

The Alexandria Troas Archaeological Site and the Mıhlı Stream Stone Bridge can be added to the surrounding archaeology route. Alexandria Troas Archaeological Site · Mıhlı Stream Stone Bridge · Mıhlı Waterfall.

Assos Ancient Harbor preserves the coastal fabric of Behramkale. Assos Ancient Harbor.

Bozcaada Castle, the Windmills, and Kefalos Beach summarize a day on the island. Bozcaada Castle · Bozcaada Windmills · Kefalos Beach.

Babakale Castle, Kadırga Bay, Adatepe Village, and Heart-Shaped Lake are examples of peninsula and village routes. Babakale Castle · Kadırga Bay · Adatepe Village · Heart-Shaped Lake.

The Windmill Sunset Point is ideal for scenery lovers. Windmill — Sunset viewing point.

Central Çanakkale: Castle, Bazaar, and Kordon

Çimenlik Castle, the Çanakkale Clock Tower, and the Mirror Bazaar Gate make up the central walking tour. Çimenlik Castle · Çanakkale Clock Tower · Mirror Bazaar Gate · Mirror Bazaar.

Necip Pasha Mosque is a great addition to the central mosque route. Necip Pasha Mosque.

Museums

The Museum of Troy, the Trojan Horse, and the Troy Historical National Park are best planned together. Museum of Troy · Trojan Horse · Troy Historical National Park.

The Çanakkale Naval Museum, the Military Artifacts Museum, the Gallipoli War Museum, and the Çanakkale Epic Promotion Center tell the story of warfare and maritime history. Çanakkale Naval Museum · Military Artifacts Museum · Gallipoli War Museum · Çanakkale Epic Promotion Center.

The Ancient City of Assos, the Assos Archaeological Site, and the Ancient City of Parion cater to open-air archaeology enthusiasts. Ancient City of Assos · Assos Archaeological Site · Ancient City of Parion.

The Kilitbahir Castle Museum, the 1915 Seddülbahir Gallery, the Red Crescent Hospital Museum, and the Çanakkale Ceramics Museum are complementary stops. Çanakkale Kilitbahir Castle Museum · 1915 Seddülbahir War Artifacts Gallery · Red Crescent Martyrs' Hospital Museum · Çanakkale Ceramics Museum.

The Çanakkale Wars Gallipoli Historical Site Directorate and the Çanakkale Martyrdom are official visiting and information points. Çanakkale Wars Gallipoli Historical Site Directorate · Çanakkale Martyrdom.

The Atatürk House and the Mehmet Akif Ersoy House offer literary and Republican heritage. Atatürk House · Mehmet Akif Ersoy House.

All museums: Çanakkale — museums and art galleries.

Parks and Coastline

Kordon, Republic Square, the Public Garden, and Freedom Park offer great walks and fresh strait breezes in the center. Kordon · Republic Square · Public Garden · Freedom Park.

The Hamidiye Battery Park Museum, the Tribute to History Park (Eceabat), and the Osnabrück Park combine commemorative monuments with green spaces. Hamidiye Battery Park Museum · Tribute to History Park — Eceabat · Osnabrück Park.

Ayazma Spring Nature Park, the Kepez Picnic Area, and Tepeköy Plane Tree Square provide refreshing nature breaks. Ayazma Spring Nature Park · Kepez Picnic Area · Tepeköy Plane Tree Square.

Full park list: Çanakkale — nature and parks.

Gastronomy: Fish, Soup, and Cheese Halva

Fish and seafood: Asil Balık Gurme, ALEMTA BALIK EVİ, I Love Fish, Sardalye.

Kordon and dining: Yeni Kordon, Manzara Restaurant, Yalova Restaurant Çanakkale, Şayka Restaurant, Cevahir Home-Cooked Meals.

Soup and meatballs: Kordon Soup House, Çorbacı Ayhan, Köfteci Yusuf, Doyum 1980.

Gözleme and snacks: Doyuranlar Gözleme Ayran Çay, Rüyam Pide Lahmacun ve Simit Evi, Öncü Döner — Pier.

Cheese halva and desserts: Babalık Tekin Peynir Helvacısı, Çanakkale Helvacısı Kadir Usta, Çanakkale Uludağoğulları Helvacılık, Künefe-i zade.

Breakfast: Çanakkale Limon, Maruf Kahvaltı, Muhitt Kahvaltı, Fabrika Kahvaltı Evi & Et Mangal.

Cafes: Golf Tea Garden, Yalı Hanı, Doğan Pastanesi — Kordon, Big Coffee House Çanakkale.

Extensive lists: Popular restaurants, Breakfast spots, Cafes and dessert shops, Bars and pubs.

Sample 4-Day Itinerary

Day 1 — Center: Çimenlik Castle, Clock Tower, Mirror Bazaar, Naval or Military Artifacts Museum, and sunset at Kordon.

Day 2 — Gallipoli: Take the ferry to Eceabat; explore the war memorials and monuments route (depending on your guide or private vehicle plan).

Day 3 — Troy: Museum of Troy, the ancient city, and the national park; if time permits, Alexandria Troas or Mıhlı.

Day 4 — Island or Assos: Bozcaada ferry or an Assos–Behramkale day trip.