A serene lakeside at sunset with gentle ripples reflecting orange and pink hues, framed by lush green trees.

A serene lakeside at sunset with gentle ripples reflecting orange and pink hues, framed by lush green trees.

Outside

Embracing nature in Istanbul’s peaceful gardens

A cozy outdoor kitchen setup with a wood-fired grill surrounded by fresh herbs in terracotta pots.

A cozy outdoor kitchen setup with a wood-fired grill surrounded by fresh herbs in terracotta pots.

Close-up of a crackling campfire with marshmallows roasting on sticks under a starry Turkish night.

Close-up of a crackling campfire with marshmallows roasting on sticks under a starry Turkish night.

Sun-dappled forest path lined with towering trees and soft moss underfoot, inviting a quiet walk.

Sun-dappled forest path lined with towering trees and soft moss underfoot, inviting a quiet walk.

A rustic wooden picnic table set with traditional Turkish tea glasses and fresh garden herbs.

A rustic wooden picnic table set with traditional Turkish tea glasses and fresh garden herbs.

A wide view of Istanbul’s cityscape meeting green parks and the shimmering Bosphorus at dawn.

A wide view of Istanbul’s cityscape meeting green parks and the shimmering Bosphorus at dawn.

Our Spots

Find the best outdoor places in Istanbul where trees meet lakes and gardens bloom.

Park

Gülhane Park, Istanbul

Hours

6am-10pm

Lake

Belgrad Forest, Istanbul

Hours

7am-8pm

Closed Mon

Garden

Emirgan Grove, Istanbul

Hours