Things to Do in Kocaeli: Places and Attractions

İzmit Clock Tower is a historic structure located in İzmit, Kocaeli, and stands as one of the city's symbols. It was commissioned in 1902 by İzmit Governor Musa Kazım Bey and designed by architect Vedat Tek to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Sultan Abdülhamid II's ascension to the throne. Built in the Neoclassical Ottoman architectural style, the tower has four floors and is 16.4 meters high. It is 126 meters from the Tren Garı tram stop, 430 meters from TCG Hızırreis, 434 meters from TCG Gayret, and 92 meters from Kasr-ı Hümayün Av Köşkü.

Ereğli Ferry Pier is located on Hürriyet Street in Ereğli Neighborhood, Karamürsel district of Kocaeli. Operated by Kocaeli Metropolitan Municipality, the pier offers transportation to Ereğli as part of the Hereke-Karamürsel sea services line. In 2026, an tender is planned for the renovation of the pier.

The İzmit Atatürk Monument is a historic site in Kocaeli, built in 1933 for the 10th anniversary of the Republic. Created by Turkish sculptor Nejat Sirel, the bronze statue depicts Atatürk in a marshal's uniform and cape, with his face turned towards the İzmit Gulf. The monument is 75 meters from the Tren Garı tram stop and within walking distance of TCG Hızırreis (390 m) and Seka Mehmet Ali Kağıtçı Kağıt Müzesi (800 m).

Dikilitaş is a Roman monument located within the borders of İznik district, Bursa province. It is also called Beştaş or Nişantaşı. It is located in Elbeyli village, among olive groves.

Nature & Adventure

Beach & Vacation

Beach & Vacation

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Historic & Cultural

Beach & Vacation

Beach & Vacation

Beach & Vacation

Historic & Cultural

Akça Koca Bey Monumental Tomb is the monumental tomb of Akça Koca Bey located in Babaköy, Kandıra district of Kocaeli.

Nature & Adventure

Historic & Cultural

Historic & Cultural

Kerpe Kayalıkları, located in the Kandıra district of Kocaeli, is a natural formation on the Western Black Sea coast. The area is known for its interesting rock structures and cliffs, formed by the erosion of the Black Sea's waves and wind. Also referred to as Kartal Kayalıkları (Eagle Rocks), this natural site is a popular spot for watching the sunset and taking photographs. It is approximately 490 meters walking distance from Kerpe Beach.

Historic & Cultural

Historic & Cultural

Historic & Cultural

Historic & Cultural

Historic & Cultural

Historic & Cultural