Consistent; Eskişehir, one of the developed cities of the Anatolian Region, is one of the most social and active cities in Turkey. The city's high student population and the fusion of the two universities with the texture of the entire city made it a tourist attraction. 

As one of Turkey's most admired and most livable cities, Eskişehir carries deep traces of ancient civilizations, the Seljuk Period and the Ottoman Period. 

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How to Get to Eskişehir?

Having road and railway transportation options, Eskişehir is among the provinces that can be easily reached from every point of Turkey. This region, which is especially known for its railway transportation option, is extremely easy thanks to the Istanbul high-speed train line.  

Air Transportation

Since there is no airport in the city, air transportation options are made through the surrounding provinces. Konya, Ankara or after choosing airports in different cities, you can go to Eskişehir with the High Speed Train line or reach the city via the highway. 

Bus Transportation

The most preferred method in Eskişehir travels is land transportation.

If you want to travel between Istanbul and Eskisehir with your personal vehicle, Istanbul – Eskisehir – You can provide safe and fast transportation by using the Ankara state highway.

Bus services are organized from all provinces in Turkey to Eskişehir. Depending on which city to travel from, the characteristics of bus services may vary. 

Railway Transportation

Railway access is provided to all provinces of Eskişehir, which is a rich province in terms of railway network. The city, which is 375 km from Istanbul Haydarpaşa Train Station, greets its train passengers at Eskişehir Train Station.

After the Istanbul-Ankara high speed train started operating, the transportation time to the city became even shorter. Travels to Eskişehir can be made easily via all railway lines with Eskişehir connection from Turkey. 

How is the Transportation in Eskişehir City?

Eskişehir is a densely populated city. Tram, bus and minibus services are preferred for urban transportation. You can reach every point of the city by tram. In addition, railway networks are highly developed. 

By using passenger cards called Eskart, you can benefit from all public transportation vehicles revised by the municipality. 

Tram 

The tram, which is the most important and interesting means of transportation in Eskişehir, is defined as Estram. The tram line, which has stops at many points in Eskişehir, is preferred because of its fast and safe transportation opportunity. It can be used by purchasing an Eskart.

Bus

Municipal bus; lines provide access to all provinces and villages of Eskişehir. Three as red line, blue line and black line; The municipal buses, which are divided into separate categories, offer transportation to 79 different routes. 

One of the famous spots of Eskişehir, Selalepark can be easily reached by municipal buses.

Minibus 

Minibuses, which provide easy access to all villages and towns in Eskişehir, are frequently used by the public. municipal bus; and helps you access the route outside of the tram options. Minibuses work by saying cash.

Popular Provinces of Eskişehir

Odunpazari

The city's famous; Their houses are also included in the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List. Its traditional architecture and its roots With its history, Odunpazarı has a historical beauty that fascinates visitors. It is one of the central provinces of Bursa.

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Sivrihisar

The face of Sivrihisar, Eskişehir; it is the biggest city. It is known as the place where great Islamic scholars such as Nasreddin Hodja, Aziz Mahmut Hüdai and Yunus Emre grew up. 

Sivrihisar, located at the intersection of Eskişehir, Ankara and İzmir connection roads, is one of the places that should be visited with its culture, local flavors and historical texture. 

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Top of the Hill

Tepebaşı, one of the central provinces of Eskişehir, is home to museums and historical artifacts.

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Mahmudiye

There is a Hippodrome in Mahmudiye, which is one hour away from the center by road. Horse races are held at the hippodrome every September. 

Sarıcakaya

Famous for its thermals; which is Sarıcakaya  is 47 kilometers from the center. You can buy fresh and organic food in the region where vegetable and fruit cultivation is very intense.

Places to Visit in Eskişehir

Having been home to many civilizations from history to the present, Eskişehir is an extremely popular city due to its historical and cultural characteristics. Being one of the developing cities in terms of tourism and being one of the cities with the highest number of students, the number of places to visit in Eskişehir has increased.

Odunpazari Houses

The historical Eskişehir Houses, which have become the symbol of Eskişehir, are one of the beauties that must be seen by local and foreign tourists visiting the region. Considered as the first settlement of Eskişehir, Odunpazarı reveals the cultural structure of the region with its houses. 

Odunpazarı Museum

In the OMM Museum, you can see contemporary works of art and learn about the history of art and architecture; you can learn a lot. The museum building is also interesting; It attracts attention with its architecture.

Baby Badger Çbear

One of the natural beauties of Eskişehir, Porsuk Çbear, with its greenery and clean air, effectively creates an environment. It is one of the most active and crowded places in the region. It is an indispensable point of Eskişehir visits. There are many cafes and restaurants around.

Fishman Bird Sanctuary

Üç the sight of bird flocks on the continent Balıkadamı Bird Sanctuary, which is on the way, is considered as the accommodation point of birds. It is one of the largest wetlands in Turkey. It is spread over 30 thousand acres of land in total. 

The Fishman Bird Sanctuary, which has an eye-catching beauty with its blue lakes and green trees, is one of the top places to visit as a family in Eskişehir. 

Arasta ÇArşisi

Arasta Archipelago, which is defined as the ceramic, glass and tile arch, is located in the Odunpazarı district. Built in 2012, the Arasta Arcade allowed the shops in the protected area to come together at a single point.

Arşı, which contains many artifacts and goods belonging to Eskişehir culture, has become a source of interest for domestic and foreign tourists. 

Wax Museum

In the museum located in the center of Eskişehir, wax sculptures of important historical people are exhibited. The sculptures were personally made by the mayor Yılmaz Büyükerşen.

Artificial Beach

With the artificial beach built on the Badger Bear, visitors can enjoy sunbathing in Eskişehir. The artificial beach is 350 meters long.

Fairytale Castle

In the Fairy Tale Castle, events are held with traditional folk tales and stories. Nasreddin Hodja, Dede Korkut and Keloğlan are told to children. While the children are having fun in the table castle, Turkish culture; finds the opportunity to get to know more closely.

Eskişehir Historical Places

Eskişehir, which has been the subject of many archaeological studies in the historical sense and in which countless archaeological remains have been found as a result of the study, is well-equipped in terms of history. Since it came under the domination of numerous states and civilizations, it hosts works of different historical qualities. 

Han Underground Ancient City

Han Antique City, one of the most popular historical sites in Eskişehir, draws attention with its deep underground city located in the rocks. The Han Ancient City, which consists of underground chambers carved into the rocks, was used as a granary and shelter. 

Yazilikaya Midas Monument

The Midas Monument, located in the Eskisehir Mountainous Phrygian region, is from the Phrygian period. Yazilikaya, which is obtained from red inlaid stones, is one of the most visited spots by tourists coming to the region. 

Gerdekkaya Grave Monument

The Gerdekkaya Grave Monument, located in Eskişehir & Ccedil;ukurca Village, was built on a platform similar to Deveboynu Castle. 

The size of the tomb monument is 3 meters on average and it is thought to have been built in the Hellenistic period. The tomb monument, which was subjected to various practices during the Roman and Byzantine periods, is open to visitors today. 

Activities with Children in Eskisehir

Eskişehir has many activity areas that help children perform both fun and educational activities. One of them is Eskişehir Science Experiment Center. In the Science Experiment Center, your children can observe sound, pressure, balance and mechanics experiments. However, three You can have a pleasant time in the multi-dimensional cinema and dinosaur sections. Sabancı Space House also offers enjoyable and educational experiences for children. Children can learn about galaxies and stars with projection systems in the space house.

Eskişehir Local Flavors

Influenced by different civilizations, Eskişehir is unique to itself. It also comes to the fore with its regional dishes.

Çboomöreek

Although it is a flavor that is encountered all over Turkey, the best quality you can taste in Eskişehir is prepared by kneading flour, water and salt and frying in oil by adding ground beef. It is crisp on the outside and soft on the inside.

Balaban Meatballs

The most famous dish of Eskişehir, balaban meatballs, is made by decorating grilled meatballs on pita bread with tomato sauce and garlic yoghurt. 

Yufkalı Büryan

Puffy burrito, which is among the local delicacies of Eskişehir, is prepared by choosing red or white meat.