Akdamar Kilisesi
A 10th-century Armenian church on Akdamar Island in Lake Van, famous for its stone reliefs of biblical scenes.
Tickets →Van, Türkiye
Van: airports, things to do and where to stay
Van sits on the eastern shore of Lake Van, Türkiye's largest lake, at about 1,640 m above sea level. It is famous for its Urartian history, its Armenian churches and its breakfast.
Van airports
From the airport to central Van
Van Ferit Melen airport is about 5 km from central Van.
Servis / minibüs
Shuttle buses (servis) and minibuses usually link the airport with the centre of Van, 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 Van takes about 10 min.
Van
Things to do in Van
Van Kalesi
A large fortified rock of Urartian origin, around 3,000 years old, with views over the city and the lake.
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Van Gölü
Türkiye's largest lake, a soda lake with turquoise water surrounded by mountains, good for walks along the shore.
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Hoşap Kalesi
A 17th-century castle on a rock, on the road south-east of Van, with a well-preserved gate and towers.
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Which airport serves Van?
Van is served by Van Ferit Melen (VAN).
How far is the airport from central Van?
Van Ferit Melen airport is about 5 km from central Van.
How do I get from the airport to central Van?
From Van Ferit Melen airport you can take Servis / minibüs (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Van?
Highlights of Van include Akdamar Kilisesi, Van Kalesi, Van Gölü, and Hoşap Kalesi.
Photo credits
- Akdamar Kilisesi: birasuegi, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Van Kalesi: Bjørn Christian Tørrissen, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Van Gölü: [[User:Hazreti madem19|], CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Hoşap Kalesi: Leon petrosyan, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons