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Yalova Neyi Meşhur?

164 published placesUpdated April 6, 2026

Yalova neyiyle meşhur? Yalova is famous for its license plate 77, the Walking Mansion, thermal culture, Erikli Waterfall, city forest, and Marmara fish–Black Sea pita.

One-day overview

Morning

Termal

Afternoon

Şelale

Evening

Sahil

Famous for

  • nature

    Termal Kaplıcalar

    Şifa amaçlı sıcak su kaynakları.

  • historical

    Yürüyen Köşk

    Atatürk’ün yaptırdığı tarihi yapı.

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Yalova Travel Guide: Walking Mansion, thermal baths, Erikli Waterfall, and Marmara fish

Short answer: Yalova is known for its license plate code 77, Walking Mansion and Atatürk Mansion, thermal and spa culture, Erikli Waterfall, Karaca Arboretum, and Marmara fish–pita.

Plan your trip across four pillars

In Yalova, most travelers divide their time between Atatürk heritage and museums, thermal baths and beaches, waterfalls and plateaus, and harbor seafood. All records: Yalova main page.

Walking Mansion and museums

Walking Mansion, Atatürk Mansion, and City Museum: Yürüyen Köşk · Yalova Atatürk Köşkü · Yalova Kent Müzesi.

Bonsai and paper museum: YALOVA BONSAİ MÜZESİ · İbrahim Müteferrika Kağıt Müzesi · 17 Ağustos 1999 Deprem Anıtı.

List: Yalova — museums.

Thermal baths, waterfalls, and beaches

Thermal Park and Erikli Waterfall: Termal Park · Erikli Şelalesi · Çamlık Plaj,Mesire Alanı.

Plateau and lake: Delmece Yaylası · Büyük Dipsiz Göl · Yalova Kent Ormanı.

Arboretum: Karaca Arboretum.

Nature list: Nature and parks.

Harbor fish, liver, and village breakfast

Fish: ISKELE BALIK RESTORANT · Kıyı Balık Gemi Restaurant Yalova · Deniz Balıkçılık ve Balık Evi (Merkez) · Altın Balık Sahil.

Pita and meat: Firtina Karadeniz Pide · Canciger · Boğaziçi Et Lokantası&Sulu Yemek.

Breakfast: Yalova Sütlüsü · MASAL KÖYÜ RESTAURANT · Uzunlar Çiftliği Kir Düğün Ve Kahvaltı Mekanı.

Comprehensive lists: Popular restaurants, Breakfast spots, Cafes and dessert shops.

Sample 2-day itinerary

Day 1 — City and mansion: Walking Mansion, museums; evening harbor seafood.

Day 2 — Thermal and nature: Thermal Park or Erikli; beach or arboretum visit.

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is Yalova's license plate and transportation?
    Yalova's license plate is 77; it is connected to Istanbul and Bursa by ferries and highways.
  • Is staying overnight in the thermal region mandatory?
    Day trips are also possible; spa hotels fill up during peak season, so book in advance.
  • Is visiting the Walking Mansion paid?
    Check current fees and visiting hours through museum announcements.
  • What to eat?
    Harbor fish, Black Sea pita, liver, and village breakfast stand out.
  • Yalova küçük mü?
    Evet Türkiye’nin küçük şehirlerinden biridir.

Lesser-known stops

  • Sudüşen Şelalesi

    Doğa yürüyüş alanı.

    Why overlooked? Şehir merkezine uzak.

  • Erikli Yaylası

    Doğa kamp alanı.

    Why overlooked? Genelde kampçılar bilir.

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