Destinations+

Planning a trip to Turkey? Maybe you’ve been here a few times and already been to all the main sites? Let this be a guide to get you beyond the crowded tourist hot-spots into the real heart of Turkey and all the hidden gems that lay scattered in plain sight for those who look. Browse by province or region and see how amazingly diverse a country can be!

Recent Destinations

The Archaeological Site of Alacahöyük

February 2, 2019 / By Josh

One of Çorum’s three major Hittite ruins, Alacahöyük boasts postern tunnels, 4500 year old royal graves, Bronze Age dams, Sphinxes, and ornately carved walls

Ali Paşa Turkish Bath – Çorum

February 2, 2019 / By Josh

The resident Art of Wayfaring hamam connoisseurs review of Ali Paşa Hamamı in Çorum

Pertevniyal Sultan Mosque

January 20, 2019 / By Josh

The last great Ottoman mosque built in the heart of Istanbul designed with a unique blend of architectural traditions from India to northern Europe.

Tahta Minare Turkish Bath – Istanbul

January 19, 2019 / By Josh

The resident Art of Wayfaring hamam connoisseurs review of Tahta Minare Turkish Bath in Balat

Çanlı Church Ruins and Caves

January 5, 2019 / By Josh

An 11th century Byzantine church surrounded by myriads of caves and tunnels high in the hills of Aksaray complete with a magnificent view of Mount Hasan

The City of Ankara

December 2, 2018 / By Josh

Our guide to help you find the best sights and experiences in Turkey’s capital city of Ankara, hidden amidst all the government offices and grey suits.

Karacabey Turkish Bath – Ankara

December 2, 2018 / By Josh

The resident Art of Wayfaring hamam connoisseurs review of Karacabey Turkish Bath in Ankara

Şengül Turkish Bath – Ankara

December 2, 2018 / By Josh

The resident Art of Wayfaring hamam connoisseurs review of Şengül Turkish Bath in Ankara

The Kapılıkaya Tomb

November 17, 2018 / By Josh

Cut into the cliffs of Çorum’s northern mountains, Kapılıkaya is a 2200-year-old tomb with magnificent views of Laçin’s heavily forested countryside.

Arslantepe Archeological Site

October 21, 2018 / By Josh

Just outside of Malatya is the archeological dig and UNESCO Heritage Site of Arslantepe, an ancient city mound famous for its numerous wall paintings.