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Bursa is the first capital of the Ottoman Empire, nicknamed 'Green Bursa' for its shady gardens and trees. Set at the foot of Mount Uludağ, a famous ski mountain, it's home to the Grand Mosque (Ulu Cami), the historic Koza Han silk market, and natural hot springs — and it's the birthplace of the famous İskender kebab.
Why stay in Bursa
Early Ottoman Heritage
The Grand Mosque, the Green Mosque, and the tombs of the empire's founding sultans.
Skiing on Mount Uludağ
Take the cable car up to the ski resort — snow in winter, and cool, comfortable hiking in summer.
Historic Hot Springs
The Çekirge district has had hammams and hot mineral springs since Roman times.
City of Silk
Koza Han was a trading hub for silk on the Silk Road, still selling fine fabrics and scarves.
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Local dishes to try in Bursa
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İskender Kebab
The original kebab drizzled with tomato sauce and hot butter over bread, served with yogurt — Bursa's signature dish.
📍 City Centre - 2🌰
Candied Chestnuts
Kestane şekeri, sugar-glazed chestnuts, a local specialty that's sweet, fragrant, and a popular souvenir.
📍 All over town - 3🍑
Bursa Peaches
Bursa is famous for its fresh fruit, especially its sweet, juicy summer peaches.
📍 Seasonal - 4🍳
Cumalıkızık Breakfast
A lavish village breakfast in the old town — pan eggs, cheese, jam, and homemade bread.
📍 Cumalıkızık
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Grand Mosque (Ulu Cami)
An early Ottoman mosque with 20 domes, a fountain inside, and large works of fine calligraphy.
📍 City Centre - 2💚
Green Mosque & Tomb
A beautiful mosque and tomb adorned with green tiles, a masterpiece of early Ottoman art.
📍 Yeşil - 3🧵
Koza Han
An old caravanserai around a tree-shaded courtyard, the hub of the silk trade with atmospheric tea houses.
📍 City Centre - 4🚡
Uludağ Teleferik
A long cable car up to the ski mountain, with views over the city and pine forests, plus snow play in winter.
📍 Uludağ - 5🏘️
Cumalıkızık
A World Heritage Ottoman village of colourful old timber houses, famous for its traditional breakfast spots.
📍 Outskirts - 6♨️
Çekirge
A district of spa hotels and hammams fed by natural hot mineral springs, for traditional relaxation.
📍 Çekirge
Things to do in Bursa
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3 Bursa hotels our team picked for you
Selected from real reviews — one per budget tier, each with a score and instant 3-site price comparison
★ 9.2ValueBursa Suites Apart Otel
#6 Highest review score · spacious apartment-style rooms
★ 8.8Upper-midHoliday Inn Bursa - City Centre
#2 4-star IHG chain · next to the mall
★ 8.8ValueLena Central Flats
#7 Value apartment flats · 9.4/10 location score
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Bursa İpekyolu Hotel
#9 Old-town boutique · traditional Turkish character
Almira Hotel Thermal Spa & Convention Center
#1 five-star · in-house thermal spa in the city center
Grand Turkuaz Hotel
#3 4-star · rooftop terrace with city views
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🚆 Getting around Bursa
Metro & Tram
The metro (Bursaray) and city trams conveniently link the main districts and the old bazaar.
Uludağ Cable Car
Take the cable car up to the Uludağ ski mountain from the city — no need to drive up the mountain yourself.
Fast ferry from Istanbul
Take the fast ferry across the Sea of Marmara from Istanbul to Yalova, then a bus or car into Bursa.
Intercity Bus
There are direct buses from Istanbul and the airport several times a day, taking about 2.5 hours.
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See this city's guide →Frequently asked — where to stay in Bursa
When can you ski in Bursa?+
Around Dec–Mar at the Mount Uludağ resort, when the snow is thick enough for skiing and snowboarding. It's easy to get up the mountain by cable car from the city.
How do I get to Bursa from Istanbul?+
Fastest is the fast ferry across the Sea of Marmara to Yalova, then a car onward, or a direct bus of about 2.5 hours.
What is İskender kebab?+
Thinly sliced kebab meat drizzled with tomato sauce and hot butter over flatbread, served with yogurt — it originated specifically in Bursa.
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