Recreation in Istanbul city

With increasing modernization, recreation is becoming a more important aspect of daily life in İstanbul.

( Gulhane Park )
The city has a number of public parks, including Yıldız Park and the Gulhane Park at Topkapı, which houses the İstanbul Zoo.

A park developed on the site of the Byzantine Hippodrome displays the remains of the ancient horse-racing venue.

Soccer is a favorite sport among İstanbul residents, with basketball increasing in popularity.

( Bosporous )
A small number of private clubs provides facilities for rowing and swimming in the Bosporus.

( Black Sea )
Swimming in the Bosporus can be dangerous because of the swift current coming from the Black Sea, and many beach resorts no longer allow swimming due to pollution.

( Prince's Island )
The Prince’s Islands in the Sea of Marmara are a favorite vacation spot for İstanbul residents.