destinations
Türkiye's regions are known for their unique characteristics and wide range of options offering visitors diverse cultures, time-honoured history, stunning nature, hospitality, award-winning gastronomy, and refined elegance. The most preferred wedding and honeymoon destinations in Türkiye are İstanbul, Antalya, Bodrum, Cappadocia, and Fethiye. The perfect wedding destination awaits all couples in this magical land!
İstanbul
Weddings
İstanbul, Türkiye's sprawling, culture-filled capital and the bridge between East and West, is a well-known and popular choice for destination weddings. This enchanting historical city offers weddings that are the epitome of style and glamour and are destined to be unforgettable.
Full of glittering historical landmarks and waterfront royal palaces from the Ottoman era, İstanbul offers exquisite venue, cuisine, and entertainment options for couples looking for an authentic wedding destination. There's something to suit all tastes and budgets in this fascinating city. Whether you're looking for a big party, a calm ceremony, or an intimate affair in a meaningful setting with your closest friends and family, you have it all in Türkiye.
Famous historical venues with global reputations where Türkiye's best wedding planners will work with you to ensure all your wedding dreams come true. İstanbul has a captivating mix of historic and modern luxury hotels and event spaces offering state-of-the-art facilities for weddings of all sizes.
İstanbul's a global hub where couples and their guests from around the world can travel easily. Turkish Airlines flies to 267 international destinations in more than 120 countries and over 50 domestic destinations. Once your magical day in İstanbul is complete, you can explore the nearby destinations in beautiful, diverse Türkiye and continue making memories that will last for a lifetime.
Honeymoons
Choosing to spend your honeymoon or taking a post-wedding holiday in İstanbul is a guarantee for boundless romance, luxury, and comfort. If you decide to stay in İstanbul following your nuptials and explore this captivating city as newlyweds, İstanbul offers a wide range of traditional Turkish and contemporary accommodation options.
You can relax in a luxury hotel overlooking the Bosphorus with world-class Turkish hammams and spas. Alternatively, wander in amazement and soak up Türkiye's rich history at İstanbul's world-famous landmarks like the Grand Bazaar, Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque.
There's plenty on offer for dedicated foodies as well. How about exploring tasting menus by world-leading chefs with breathtaking city views or finding a little bakery off the beaten path known only to locals that serves the perfect baklava?
Antalya
Weddings
A wedding in Antalya is the perfect choice for couples looking for a balmy beach or resort wedding under the sun. Offering 300 days of sunshine and an average annual temperature of 19°C, Antalya and its surrounding areas are the ideal setting for a wedding experience that combines history and nature, romance and sunshine.
Your guests will always remember your wedding in Antalya, thanks to the top-notch luxury hotels and beach resorts, the amazing Mediterranean beaches, the world-class five-star hospitality, and the ease of transportation services. This wonderful Turkish resort city truly has spectacular scenery, sparkling turquoise waters, and deep-orange sunsets… Fully enjoy the remarkable moments of your dream wedding in the Mediterranean Sea's stunning brilliance and unmatched romanticism.
Antalya's outstanding hotel capacity featuring international and Turkish hotel chains, small boutique hotels, and luxury resorts meets all the expectations for every type of wedding. The experts here can cater to events of any size, budget, and creative concept, bringing to life your perfect wedding. Resorts on Belek's gorgeous bays offer venues for unique concepts with performance arts, entertainment shows, and diligently prepared international cuisine. For your rehearsal dinner, the ancient city of Aspendos is at your service with its rich and long history.
Antalya International Airport is connected to global hubs such as London and Dubai, ensuring your relatives and friends from across the world can travel to your wedding destination easily.
Honeymoons
Spending memorable, quality time with your loved one following your magical ceremony is easy in stunning, laid-back Antalya. In Antalya's charming coastal towns, such as Belek, Kemer, Kaş, Side, and Alanya, you will find various options for a fascinating honeymoon experience by the beach.
There are plenty of honeymoon options for couples seeking a wide variety of experiences. Luxury, all-inclusive hotels with outstanding beaches, boutique hotels nestled in romantic surroundings, boat tours in turquoise waters, and even deep-sea adventures are just some of the many options to choose from in Antalya.
After all the exciting times and sweet rush of planning the wedding, a honeymoon is a well-deserved occasion to pamper one another, and Antalya is the perfect place to start!
Cappadocia
Weddings
Known as the "Land of Fairy Chimneys," Cappadocia is a magical and unique choice for the biggest day of your life! Cappadocia is the perfect boutique country wedding destination for intimate and private weddings and for couples who dream of a wedding with a touch of fairy-tale magic!
Choosing to have your wedding in Cappadocia guarantees a fascinating wedding experience that you and your guests will remember for a lifetime! With its outstanding, hidden churches, "living museum" concept hotels, cave nightlife and fine dining, wine tastings, and world-famous hot-air balloon rides, Cappadocia has rightfully earned its place on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Why not consider a ceremony in a hot-air balloon for a unique way to say your vows? Cappadocia can offer you and your guests this extraordinary experience! Moreover, hot-air balloons are available for other essential moments like proposals, bachelor and bachelorette parties, and photo shoots.
The cave hotels in Cappadocia's hills are another splendid choice for intimate weddings, offering breathtaking valley and sunset views and unparalleled romanticism.
Honeymoons
Underground cities, houses carved out of rocks, exclusive cave boutique hotels, delicious Anatolian cuisine accompanied by outstanding Cappadocia wine… These are just some of the experiences awaiting you on your Cappadocia honeymoon. Expect to be enchanted by your surroundings and to make cherished memories as newlyweds.
Our suggestion for an unforgettable day in this magical destination? Start with a captivating hot-air balloon experience early in the morning. Continue in the afternoon with a spa treatment (a honeymoon essential!), and end the day with a quaint, elegant sunset picnic in the charming shade of Cappadocia's unique rock formations.
Bodrum
Weddings
Bodrum offers the unique harmony and elegance of a stylishly minimalist, chic wedding. Here you will find the natural palette for the ultimate celebration of your love for one another.
Combining ancient culture and breath-taking historical locations, Bodrum is rapidly becoming one of the most sought-after wedding destinations in southern Türkiye. This stunning peninsula truly has it all: a picturesque harbour with a mysterious mediaeval castle, luxurious marinas with beautiful boats, vibrant nightlife, picturesque coastal villages with gorgeous, white-washed houses, pristine bays, and long, sandy beaches.
Bodrum is an established destination for fashionable weddings, romantic moments, and one-of-a-kind celebrations thanks to its relaxed and elegant atmosphere. The city offers venues to suit all tastes, from romantic beachfront resorts with plenty of options for outdoor events to smaller boutique hotels with gorgeous gardens, olives, and citrus groves for warm, welcoming dinners. The regional cuisine in Bodrum is fresh and abundant, with local farmers and fishermen supplying hotels and venues with fresh olives, fruit, nuts, vegetables, cheese, and seafood, straight from the orchard and sea to your plate.
With outstanding natural beauty, five-star luxury hotels, beautiful beaches, and excellent TurkAegean cuisine featuring fresh seafood, there is nowhere better to celebrate your nuptials than Bodrum. Bodrum promises a destination wedding experience that is both intimate and chic – and, above all, unforgettable!
Honeymoons
Your dreams will continue to unfold when you choose a honeymoon in a gorgeous, sophisticated Bodrum. With its sparkling resorts, the TurkAegean coast has the perfect locations for starting your new life together.
Enjoy the sun and sea in private, and toast the sunset before indulging in fresh seafood at waterside restaurants bathed in moonlight… Your Bodrum honeymoon will indeed be filled with moments you will remember forever.
TurkAegean Coast
The TurkAegean coast is an ideal destination for couples seeking tranquillity and unspoiled beaches, offering breathtaking nature, fantastic weather, and an outstanding selection of venues. Turquoise-infused locations are perfect for fairy-tale ceremonies in heart-stopping surroundings.
The chic resort towns of Fethiye and Göcek are perfect choices for weddings and honeymoons.
Fethiye's beauty cannot easily be put into words. With its natural harbour, crystal blue waters, near-shore islands and famous Butterfly Valley, the town's surrounding natural beauty provides a show-stopping backdrop for your wedding day. Fethiye has always been a popular destination for newlyweds in Türkiye. Its amazing views and relaxing atmosphere guarantee a wonderful time. The nearby village of Ölüdeniz has been awarded as one of the world's best beaches, attracting those keen on water sports and diving. You can even paraglide from nearby Babadağ Mountain and enjoy the magnificent views over the bay!
Göcek is another magnificent wedding destination with Mediterranean waters, lush green pine forests, and gorgeous beaches. It has one of the world's most famous yachting harbours, where luxury meets nature. For Blue Voyage honeymooners, Göcek is a great starting point for cruising Türkiye's turquoise coast.
Along the theme of turquoise-infused locations for fairy-tale weddings, the towns of Selimiye and Bozburun in the Marmaris Region deserve mention. Amidst the natural beauty of pine forests, private beaches, and various dining experiences, they are the ideal setting for a romantic, tranquil honeymoon.
İzmir
"The Pearl of the Aegean", İzmir, is one of Türkiye's most beautiful cities with waterfront promenades and palm-lined boulevards. İzmir is a modern, buzzing city in Anatolia and its portal to the West.
The city of İzmir has a long and diverse history. It has been home to different cultures, religions, and civilisations for centuries, reflected in the wide variety of tourist attractions, venues, gastronomical culture, and entertainment options.
İzmir provides the added convenience of being the gateway to two of Türkiye's popular tourist destinations, Çeşme and Urla, which are reachable by car in less than an hour.
Çeşme, with its beautiful beaches, crystal-clear waters, and wide range of activities such as yachting and windsurfing, is a dream location for boutique, intimate weddings and romantic honeymoons.
Urla is a time-honoured location that offers serenity and peacefulness, the blue of the sea, lush nature, and fresh, organic TurkAegean cuisine bringing together local culture and modern gastronomy. Among the vineyards and olive groves are picture-perfect hamlets, farmhouses, and villas ideal for country weddings.
A perfect honeymoon road trip starts at Çeşme. It continues to Alaçatı, where you can walk hand in hand along the narrow cobblestone alleys with colourful doors (ideal backdrops for honeymoon photos!). The trip includes Urla for wine tasting in picture-book vineyards and a culinary feast at the town's superb local restaurants.
