Journal
Stories from Çanakkale
Notes on the strait, the history at our doorstep and life in Çanakkale — from the team at Hotel Marmara.
Çanakkale With Children: Itinerary, Where to Stay and Practical Tips
A short walk (5-10 minutes) to the Trojan Horse, twenty minutes by ferry to Kilitbahir. Where to go with children in Çanakkale, how long Troy takes and what to look for in a family room — a guide that starts in central Çanakkale.
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Bozcaada and Assos from Çanakkale: Two Day Trips That Start in the Town Centre
Bozcaada by ferry from Geyikli, Assos by a 1.5-hour drive. How to base yourself in central Çanakkale and give each Aegean route its own day: transport, timings, whether you need a car on the island, and the best season.
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Troy and Gallipoli from Çanakkale: How to Go and How Long to Stay
Troy is 35 minutes by road, the Gallipoli Martyrs' Memorial about an hour including the ferry. How to reach both, how much time to allow, and whether they fit into a single day — a guide that starts in central Çanakkale.
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When to Visit Çanakkale? A Guide to the Seasons
Spring, summer or autumn? Which season suits Çanakkale best, what changes around 18 March and Anzac Day, and how do the ferries fare in winter? A season-by-season guide.
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Where to Stay in Çanakkale? A Guide to the Areas
Choose the area before the hotel: the centre and waterfront, Eceabat, Güzelyalı, Assos and Bozcaada compared. Which suits whom, and when to avoid each one.
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A Weekend in Çanakkale: The 2-Day Itinerary
Saturday morning on the waterfront with the Trojan Horse and the Naval Museum; the afternoon in Kilitbahir by ferry; Sunday at Gallipoli or Troy. A tried-and-tested hour-by-hour route for seeing Çanakkale in 2 days.
ReadÇanakkale Ferry Guide: Lines, Routes and Practical Tips
Çanakkale – Eceabat, Çanakkale – Kilitbahir, bridge or ferry? All the ways to cross the strait, how to reach Gallipoli and practical tips — in one guide. The ferry pier is a 5-10 minute walk from the hotel.
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What to Eat in Çanakkale: A Local Food Guide
The fresh fish of the strait, Ezine cheese, olive oil, cheese halva and Çanakkale Turkish delight… What to eat in Çanakkale, which local flavours to try and what to buy as a gift — all in one guide.
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Things to Do in Çanakkale: A Complete Travel Guide
Troy, Gallipoli, Bozcaada, Assos and the city centre… Things to do in Çanakkale, how to get there, how many days you need and the best time to go — all in one guide.
ReadWhat It Means to Stay in the Centre of Çanakkale
The bazaar a few minutes away, the waterfront and the ferry pier a 5-10 minute walk, Troy and Gallipoli as day trips. Why do the location and comfort of Hotel Marmara — in the centre of Çanakkale since 1978 — make a difference?
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