Five days in Mersin

  1. Day 1: Mersin Marina
    20 minutes (8.7 km) from Mersin city centre

    Mersin Marina offers a stunning view of the Mediterranean Sea, the harbour and the surrounding area. Discover the yachts, boats and liners moored in the marina, as well as the variety of restaurants and cafés.

  2. Day 2: Ulu Camii (Grand Mosque)
    5 minutes (850 meters) from Mersin Marina

    Savor the breathtaking Ottoman architecture of the mosque, one of the most significant landmarks of the city. Explore the ornately decorated ceilings, walls, and minaret of the structure.

  3. Day 3: Mersin Museum
    10 minutes (3.2 km) from Ulu Camii

    Enjoy the rotating exhibits and permanent collections that document the history of the region, including archaeology, ethnography, and cultural history. View the thousands of years old Roman, Hittite, and Ottoman artifacts, such as tombstones, mosaics and amphora vases.

  4. Day 4: Cleopatra Gate
    15 minutes (4.9 km) from Mersin Museum

    Stroll through the ruins of the ancient city of Tarsus, home of the biblical prophet Paul. Discover Cleopatra Entrance, a grand arch from the Roman imperial period named after Cleopatra of Egypt.

  5. Day 5: Mersin Forum
    30 minutes (10 km) from Cleopatra Gate

    Enjoy a shopping and entertainment day at Mersin Forum, the city’s largest shopping mall with its modern design and a rich variety of shops and cinema. Explore a range of eateries serving both local and international cuisine.

Time & Cost Estimates

  • Mersin Marina (1-2 hours, free )
  • Ulu Camii (1-2 hours, free)
  • Mersin Museum (2-3 hours, 20 TL)
  • Cleopatra Gate (2-3 hours, free )
  • Mersin Forum (2-4 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 20 TL

Useful Tips

If you have a few more days to spend in Mersin, add a visit to the ancient Roman city of Soli Pompeipolis. For more adventure, explore the Tarsus Waterfall nearby. Alternatively, subtract a day and go to the Mersin Aquarium or have a relaxing day at Mersin Beach.

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