13 days in Izmit & Eskisehir Itinerary

İzmit, ancient Nicomedia, is a city in Turkey, the administrative center of the Kocaeli Province as well as the Metropolitan Municipality. Change things up with these side-trips from Izmit: Iznik (Iznik Golu & 1. Murat Hamami) and Bursa (Tombs of Osman and Orhan, Ulu Cami, &more). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Yeni Cuma Camii, take an in-depth tour of Selim Sirri Pasa Konagi, browse the different shops at Outlet Center Izmit, and get curious at Kocaeli Bilim Merkezi.

To find traveler tips, reviews, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Izmit day trip planner.

Kuwait City, Kuwait to Izmit is an approximately 9-hour combination of flight and car. Prepare for a bit cooler weather when traveling from Kuwait City in November: high temperatures in Izmit hover around 18°C and lows are around 5°C. On the 4th (Fri), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Eskisehir.

Eskişehir is a city in northwestern Turkey and the capital of the Eskişehir Province. Eskisehir is known for museums, theme parks, and parks. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: find something for the whole family at Sazova Park, walk around Kent Park, take a stroll around Eskisehir Kultur Merkezi, and see the interesting displays at Cagdas Cam Sanatlari Muzesi.

To find where to stay, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Eskisehir trip builder website.

You can drive from Izmit to Eskisehir in 3 hours. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Izmit in December, with highs in Eskisehir at 5°C and lows at -3°C. On the 10th (Thu), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel back home.