Diyarbakır Surları
Black basalt walls several kilometres long around the old city, with towers and gates; one of the longest fortifications in the world.
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Diyarbakır: airports, things to do and where to stay
Diyarbakır is the largest city in south-eastern Türkiye, on the Tigris, surrounded by long black basalt walls that, together with the Hevsel Gardens, are a World Heritage Site.
Diyarbakır airports
From the airport to central Diyarbakır
Diyarbakır airport is about 3 km from central Diyarbakır.
Servis / minibüs
Shuttle buses (servis) and minibuses usually link the airport with the centre of Diyarbakır, often timed to flights. Check the current services with your airline or the airport.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal. Agree the price or check that the meter is running. The ride to the centre of Diyarbakır takes about 10 min.
Diyarbakır
Things to do in Diyarbakır
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Diyarbakır?
Diyarbakır is served by Diyarbakır (DIY).
How far is the airport from central Diyarbakır?
Diyarbakır airport is about 3 km from central Diyarbakır.
How do I get from the airport to central Diyarbakır?
From Diyarbakır airport you can take Servis / minibüs (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Diyarbakır?
Highlights of Diyarbakır include Diyarbakır Surları, Diyarbakır Ulu Camii, Hevsel Bahçeleri, and On Gözlü Köprü.
Photo credits
- Diyarbakır Surları: Dosseman, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Diyarbakır Ulu Camii: Dosseman, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Hevsel Bahçeleri: Radosław Botev, CC BY 3.0 pl, Wikimedia Commons
- On Gözlü Köprü: ArdviAnahlta, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons