2 nights, 3 days
Bursa 3-Day Itinerary (2 Nights)
A 3-day route through Bursa grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.
Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026
The whole route at a glance
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DAY 1
Around Bursa Grand Mosque · Temples & religious sites·Heritage & monuments
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningBursa Grand Mosque
Temples & religious sites
A mosque in Bursa, Turkey, begun in 1396 and completed in 1399. It was built by order of Ottoman Sultan Bayezid I, and visitors can admire its Seljuk-style architecture.
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After lunchKoza Han
Heritage & monuments · 0.1 km from the previous stop
A historic caravanserai (han) at the heart of Bursa's old market. Strolling through this former merchants' lodging and trading hub, visitors can sense the city's old-world atmosphere.
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AfternoonOrhan Gazi Mosque
Temples & religious sites · 0.1 km from the previous stop
This old mosque in Bursa is named after Orhan, founder of the Ottoman Empire. Built around 1339, it preserves the architectural style of the early Ottoman period.
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EveningVeled-i Yaniç Mosque
Temples & religious sites · 0.7 km from the previous stop
An early Ottoman-style mosque in Bursa, built in 1440 and still in use as a place of worship today. It offers a close look at early Ottoman architecture.
DAY 2
Around Bursa Green Mosque · Temples & religious sites·Museums & galleries
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningBursa Green Mosque
Temples & religious sites
The Green Mosque stands in eastern Bursa, the former Ottoman capital, and takes its name from its green and blue tile decorations. It's part of a complex that includes a mausoleum and a theological school, and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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After lunchBursa Museum of Turkish and Islamic Art
Museums & galleries · 0.1 km from the previous stop
This museum occupies a former madrasa within Bursa's Yeşil complex, built in 1419 on the order of Ottoman Sultan Mehmed I. Visitors can admire Turkish and Islamic art while taking in Ottoman-era architecture.
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AfternoonIrgandı Bridge
Views & landmarks · 0.2 km from the previous stop
A historic bridge spanning a stream that runs through central Bursa. Connecting two districts, it offers a fine vantage point for admiring the cityscape.
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EveningHacı Özbek Mosque
Temples & religious sites · 0.9 km from the previous stop
This historic mosque dates back to the Ottoman era. It offers a close look at traditional Islamic architecture.
DAY 3
Around Emir Sultan Mosque · Temples & religious sites·Museums & galleries
Directions in Google Maps-
MorningEmir Sultan Mosque
Temples & religious sites
This mosque in Bursa, Turkey, was first built in the 15th century and has taken its current form through several subsequent reconstructions. It's a good place to observe how its architectural style gradually changed over time.
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After lunchBayezid I Mosque
Temples & religious sites · 0.7 km from the previous stop
A historic mosque in Bursa, part of a large complex begun in 1391 by the Ottoman sultan Bayezid I. It took its present form after extensive restoration following the 1855 earthquake.
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AfternoonTofaş Museum of Cars and Anatolian Carriages
Museums & galleries · 1.5 km from the previous stop
A transportation museum run by the Turkish car brand Tofaş, displaying both traditional Anatolian carriages and cars made by Tofaş. It's a great place to trace the history of transportation from horse-drawn carriages to modern cars.
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EveningBursa Protestant Church
Temples & religious sites · 0.6 km from the previous stop
The last active church remaining in Bursa, founded by the local Levantine community before the 1880s. It's a historic building that bears witness to the city's former Christian community.
Where to stay for this itinerary
Around Bursa Grand Mosque, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.
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Artıç Otel
0.1 km · Osmangazi
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Kent Hotel
0.1 km · Osmangazi
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Hotel Gunes
0.2 km · Güneş
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Torunlar Hotel
0.2 km · Osmangazi
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Lal Otel
0.2 km · Osmangazi
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Waha Hotel
0.2 km · Waha Otel
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