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A coastal town with a bay, surrounded by hills and mountains.
A lighthouse on a rocky outcrop overlooking a calm sea at sunset.
A coastal landscape with a church, a mountain range, and a body of water.
A historic church with a bell tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a lake, with a mountain in the background.
A large stone sculpture of a bull in a grassy area with a fence and trees in the background.

Van Province Attractions

Smaller cities have a vibe you won't find in their larger counterparts. Look up all the exciting things to see and do in Van Province before you head off so you can squeeze the most out of your vacation. You'll soon see that bigger isn't necessarily better!

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What to do in Van Province

Free Things to Do in Van

There's no need to max out your credit card in Van. The following won't even cost a penny.

Hoşap Castle - Get ready to feel like you've gone back in time while wandering around this historic attraction.

Things to Do in Van Province with Kids

There are plenty of fun activities to do with your kids in and near Van Province. Keep the gang entertained with our family friendly experiences.

 

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Akdamar Adası

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Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Akdamar Adası during your travels in Gevaş. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.
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Where to stay in Van Province

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A mountain range with snow-capped peaks and a calm lake in the foreground.

İpekyolu

You'll enjoy the churches and spas in İpekyolu. You might want to make time for a stop at Van Museum or Van AVM.

A historic stone fortress with a prominent tower and a fortified wall.

Tuşba

If you're spending some time in Tuşba, Lake Van and Van cat house are top sights worth seeing.

 

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Popular day trips from Van Province

Akdamar Island and the view of the church on Mount Suphan. Aerial view of the church on the island with a drone. Van, Turkey.

Van

A vast landscape with a large body of water surrounded by mountains and clouds.

Tatvan

A snowy cityscape with mountains in the background.

Hakkari

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, dense residential area, and surrounding greenery.

Edremit

A snowy cityscape with mountains in the background.

Yuksekova

A mosque with a large dome and a tall minaret, set against a sunset sky.

Dogubayazıt

A boat docked near a rocky shoreline with a church on a hill in the background.

Adilcevaz

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What can you do in Van Province for free?
Your trip to Van Province won't cost a fortune with free things like these to keep you busy:

  • Lake Van
  • Akdamar Island
  • Hoşap Castle
  • Akdamar Kilisesi