Kahramanmaraş Kalesi
A hilltop citadel in the centre of the city, surrounded by a park, and a natural viewpoint over Kahramanmaraş.
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Kahramanmaraş: airports, things to do and where to stay
Kahramanmaraş is a city in southern Türkiye, famous for its stretchy Maraş ice cream (dondurma) and its cuisine. It was one of the cities hit hardest by the February 2023 earthquakes, and rebuilding is still under way.
Kahramanmaraş airports
From the airport to central Kahramanmaraş
Kahramanmaraş airport is about 5 km from central Kahramanmaraş.
Havalimanı servisi
Shuttle buses and minibuses link the airport with Kahramanmaraş. Times are set around the flights, so check them in advance.
Taxi
Taxis wait outside the terminal and are the most direct way to Kahramanmaraş. Agree the fare or make sure the meter is running.
Kahramanmaraş
Things to do in Kahramanmaraş
Kahramanmaraş Müzesi
The city's museum, with Late Hittite stone reliefs and other archaeological finds from the region. Check whether it is open after the 2023 earthquakes.
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Eshab-ı Kehf
A pilgrimage site in Afşin, north of Kahramanmaraş, traditionally linked to the story of the Seven Sleepers.
Tickets →Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Kahramanmaraş?
Kahramanmaraş is served by Kahramanmaraş (KCM).
How far is the airport from central Kahramanmaraş?
Kahramanmaraş airport is about 5 km from central Kahramanmaraş.
How do I get from the airport to central Kahramanmaraş?
From Kahramanmaraş airport you can take Havalimanı servisi (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Kahramanmaraş?
Highlights of Kahramanmaraş include Kahramanmaraş Kalesi, Ulu Cami, Kahramanmaraş Müzesi, and Eshab-ı Kehf.
Photo credits
- Kahramanmaraş Kalesi: Elelicht, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Ulu Cami: Dosseman, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Kahramanmaraş Müzesi: Klaus-Peter Simon, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Eshab-ı Kehf: Hüseyin Öcal, CC BY 3.0, Wikimedia Commons