Edirne accommodation from NZ$61

What to Do in Edirne

Challenge greased up locals at Kirkpinar oil wrestling workshops just north of the city limits, and visit the nearby remnants of the 15th-century Edirne Sarayi Palace after you’ve cleaned up a bit. If full-contact sports aren’t your scene, take a walking tour past gorgeous mosques and churches, beginning with Selimiye Mosque and the art-filled Selimiye Foundation Museum right in the heart of Edirne. To take some art home for yourself, browse the colourful market stalls at Selimiye Arastası and the Grand Bazaar of Edirne. While wandering the arcades, inquisitive palates must try the city’s signature dish, ciğer, which is battered and deep-fried liver. Once you’ve had your fill of food and fun, relax in luxurious Edirne accommodation, ranging from sleek and contemporary to almost castle-like.

Getting To & Around Edirne

Start your Edirne holiday by flying to Atatürk International Airport (IST) in Istanbul. Drive west about 270 km and start stretching your legs after the long commute. The city is very accessible on foot, and many visitors hoof it once they check into their Edirne hotel. Still, if you’d rather drive around at your own pace, book one of Wotif’s Edirne car hire deals and see the sights.

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