Top 7 Fun Things to Do in Turkey With Kids

It can be difficult to keep children entertained on a family holiday. No need to worry, here is a list of the top fun things to do in Turkey with your kids to make your trip the most memorable family vacation.

1. Try Turkish Ice Cream

Turkish ice cream or Dondurma is anything but your average ice cream. The entire process of procuring this treat from the vendor is a fun activity involving many tricks that will have the kids in fits.

2. Visit the Galata Tower

Make sure you go all the way up to the 9th floor of the 60 meters high Galata Tower and enjoy seeing your kids fascinated with the incredible 360 views of Istanbul city.

3. Take a Dip in the Hot Springs

The Pamukkale hot springs are the ultimate family activity to enjoy in Turkey. If your kids like pools, they will be ecstatic about taking a dip into the remarkable blue and white springs.

4. Ride a Hot Air Balloon

Looking for more fun things to do in Turkey? If you are traveling with kids over the age of 5, the hot air balloon activity in Cappadocia is a bucket list activity not to be missed.

5. Tour the Basilica Cistern

Tour the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul, an ancient underground water duct that contains two Medusa heads and age-old tales that will keep your kids hooked.

6. Meet and Pet the Many Friendly Animals on the Streets

Meet and pet the many super friendly cats and dogs born in Istanbul, these animals enjoy a celebrity status and are loved by both locals and tourists. During the Istanbul City Tour you can spot many of these animals laying and walking along the streets of Istanbul old city.

7. Visit Jurassic land

The Jurassic Land in Turkey is the largest Dinosaur theme park in Europe and a great place to visit with kids for some fun and learning.