Set over 25 acres of lush parkland overlooking the Bosphorus, Cemile Sultan Korusu (Cemile Sultan Grove) offers some of the best views in Istanbul. Read more about Cemile Sultan Grove
This extensive woodland area, located about 20km from Istanbul, makes for a pleasant city escape. It has around 5,500 hectares of forest and many bird and animal species. Read more about Belgrade Forest - Belgrad Orman
This historic park is situated right beside the Bosphorus in the pretty suburb of Emirgan. The Park is especially well known for its vibrant collection of tulips, which appear on mass every April. Read more about Emirgan Park
The Ataturk Arboretum, comprising part of Belgrade Forest, contains a spectacular collection of plants and trees from around the world. Read more about Ataturk Arboretum
This picturesque park in Besiktas is one of the largest urban parks in Istanbul. Yildiz Park was once part of the Yildiz Palace complex and enjoys spectacular views of the Bosphorus. Read more about Yildiz Park
Gulhane Park is the oldest public park in Istanbul. Once part of the grounds of Topkapi Palace, this large park is open to the public and offers a welcome respite from the crowds of Sultanahmet. Read more about Gulhane Park
Fenerbahce Park is an island park connected by a bridge to mainland Fenerbahce. The Park belongs to the local municipality and has five cafes spread across its grounds. Many come here to picnic.
Fethi Pasa Korusu (Grove) is a large park situated on a hillside overlooking the Bosphorus on the Asian side of Istanbul.
Istanbul's parks provide a welcome escape from the heat and chaos of the city. These green wonderlands are scattered about the city, from small suburban gems to expansive jewels.
Each Spring, the annual Istanbul Tulip Festival turns parks such as Gulhane Park and Emirgan Park into candy coloured beauties, while during the warmer months locals flock to the closest green space to enjoy a peaceful picnic or barbecue. Many of the city's parks have a long history and have continued to be enjoyed for centuries.
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