Why people love visiting historical Riva
The area's monuments and history are just some of the reasons to come on holiday to Riva. One of the city's many top draws is its beaches. Whether you're planning a family holiday, a trip with friends or a romantic retreat, HomeAway has a great selection of holiday homes. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and separate dining area, perfect if you need a space for entertaining.
Activities and attractions in Riva
Do you want to find top things to see and do in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that Riva has to offer. These are some of the top attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Istanbul Golf Club (14.1 mi / 22.7 km)
- Umraniye Atakent Kultur Merkezi (15.5 mi / 24.9 km)
- Tarabya Alman Konsoloslugu (11.1 mi / 17.8 km)
- Ahmet Mithat Efendi Kultur Merkezi (12.4 mi / 19.9 km)
- ITU Suleyman Demirel Kultur Merkezi (13 mi / 20.9 km)
- MKM Cultural Center (13.5 mi / 21.7 km)
Exploring the natural features in Riva
Whether you're an adventurous traveller or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Riva is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are some of the area’s most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Bosphorus (10.8 mi / 17.4 km)
- Kilyos Beach (9.8 mi / 15.8 km)
- Emirgan Park (11.8 mi / 19 km)
- Belgrad Forest (15.5 mi / 25 km)
- Riva Beach (0.1 mi / 0.2 km)
- Joshua's Hill (7.9 mi / 12.7 km)
Transport options to and around Riva
The nearest airport is in Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW), located 22.4 mi (36 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you might consider flying into Istanbul (IST), which is 24.8 mi (40 km) away.