Why people love visiting luxury Kocaeli
Enjoy the theatre scene and other features of Kocaeli. Renowned for its cheese shops, zoo and spas, this city welcomes all visitors. If you're looking for accommodation options with space to entertain friends and family, HomeAway has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Sightseeing in and around Kocaeli
Are you searching for attractions to visit while you're in the area? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to experience everything that Kocaeli has to offer. These are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Kartepe Ski Center (11.5 mi / 18.6 km)
- Ormanya Wildlife Park (12.5 mi / 20.2 km)
- Ercan Park (18.5 mi / 29.8 km)
- Separate Planet Glass Terrace (13.8 mi / 22.2 km)
- Park Lunasan (0.8 mi / 1.3 km)
- Kelebek Spor Tesisleri (2.2 mi / 3.5 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Kocaeli
Whether you're looking for adventure or just want to appreciate the scenery, Kocaeli is a great place to get outside. These are some of the area's noteworthy features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Sapanca Lake (17.6 mi / 28.3 km)
- Sapanca Lake Park (18.6 mi / 29.9 km)
- Bağırganlı Beach (26.1 mi / 42 km)
- Kilimli Cove (26.3 mi / 42.3 km)
- Agva Beach (26.3 mi / 42.3 km)
- Lake Iznik (29.9 mi / 48.1 km)
Transport options to and around Kocaeli
Fly into Izmit (KCO-Cengız Topel), the closest airport, located 9.1 mi (14.7 km) from the city centre.
If you're travelling by train, Izmit Station, Kosekoy Station and Derince Station are the main stations in the area.