Bursa, the fourth largest city in Turkey, is one of the rare cities where traditional culture meets modern life. As a city that has managed to preserve its identity for centuries, Bursa is famous for its friendly people and abundant green areas. With one day trip to Bursa from Istanbul you'll fall in love with this city.

The city, which was the capital of the Ottoman Empire, continues to host thousands of visitors throughout the year with its historical heritage sites and green natural hotspots. Here are some of the places you should definitely see in Bursa:
 

• Great Mosque
• Tophane
• Uludağ Mountain
• Cumalıkızık Village
• Green shrine
• Turkish baths
• The tombs of various Ottoman Sultans

The Great Mosque, which is a unique structure in Ottoman architecture in terms of its construction style, is a rectangular planned structure measuring 55 x 69 meters. Its total interior area is 3,165 square meters. The Great Mosque can be considered as the biggest tourist attraction of Bursa city and it welcomes thousands of visitors throughout the year.

Take a break from the crowded streets of Istanbul with a day trip to the city of Bursa! After a convenient hotel pick-up, scenic drive, and ferry trip, you'll arrive in Bursa. Our guide will take you to see all the main sights, including the Grand Mosque, the Green Tomb and its famous Iznik tiles, a 600-year-old tree, and the Bursa Silk Market. There are many delicious treats you might like to buy too, such as freshly made Turkish Delight, jams, and honey.

Next, take the chair lift up to the famous Uludağ Mountain and enjoy the view. Uludağ Mountain is 2,543 meters high and is a very popular place for winter sports in Turkey. If the cable car is closed due to bad weather, you'll be driven to our lunch spot in our tour vehicle. Lunch will be served at a restaurant 800 meters up the mountain! If the weather is fine, you'll have some free time to explore the beautiful national park as well.

In the late evening, you'll be returned to your hotel in Istanbul with many wonderful memories of Bursa!

The Green Shrine is one of the tourist attractions, and it is heavily flooded by visitors throughout the year. The Shrine contains the tombs of many Ottoman Sultans and their families. This venue is especially visited by Muslim tourists to read prayers and wish good fortunes.

The Turkish bath has an important place in the Turkish culture. It attracts great attention from tourists visiting the country. Taking its culture from the palace baths of the Ottoman Empire, the baths have taken an important place in Turkish culture for centuries with their magnificent marble designs and steam rooms.

The Turkish Baths, which are frequented not only by foreign tourists but also by those living in the city of Bursa, are one of the greatest examples of how traditional culture is still alive today.

Looking to plan a day trip to Bursa? Istanbul Tourist Pass® allows you to plan an unforgettable trip to the city. Cumalıkızık, located in Bursa is a UNESCO-certified village awaiting visitors with its historic houses and traditional lifestyle. The village offers a filling breakfast spread. Here you can spend time with your loved ones, take a walk on narrow cobblestone streets, and visit the tourist attractions in the village. 

History of Bursa

Bursa is one of the rare cities in the world where nature is generous, offering some of the best sights in all seasons. The city has hosted two big empires and countless civilizations in the past. The city of Bursa, which takes its cultural structure from the unique Ottoman culture, has never lost its authentic beauty no matter how much it has developed.

Bursa is one of the biggest tourist attractions in Turkey, and it has a very active life as well as diverse cultural richness. Uludağ Mountain attracts the attention of local tourists as well as foreign travelers thanks to its skiing options, winter festivals, and fun events. Bursa one day trip will make you fall in love with this city!

Touristic Places You Must See in Bursa

Uludağ Mountain can be viewed from every point of the city. It is one of the places that receive the most tourist visits in the winter season, dazzling the eyes with its magnificence and nature. Uludağ Mountain, with its greenery in the summer months and an eye-catching appearance covered with snow in the winter, continues to host local and foreign tourists throughout the year.

There are various activities in Uludağ. The mountain hosts many festivals and entertainment, especially in the winter months. The cable car is just one of them. You can go to the top of Uludağ Mountain by cable car and have a pleasant time with your loved ones at the summit.

With the Istanbul Tourist Pass®, you can get on the cable car instantly without waiting in line and save time. In addition, if you are one of those who love outdoor sports, you can learn to ski or snowboard in Uludağ and experience exciting moments. You can also benefit from the accessories rented with private instructors and equipment with the Istanbul Tourist Pass®. Bursa Day Tour is the answer to your what to do in bursa in one day question. You don't need to worry, just join the daily bursa tour from Istanbul with your Pass!