Adana
A big, warm-hearted city of kebabs, a Roman bridge still in use, and a vast mosque on the river.
Adana is the capital of the fertile Çukurova plain and one of Türkiye's largest cities. It is best known for the spicy Adana kebab, and for a lively, hospitable street culture.
Its Roman stone bridge over the Seyhan River is one of the oldest bridges in the world still in use, and nearby castles and ancient cities make good day trips.
What to see in Adana
The places worth your time — and the ones we build a day around.
Planning Adana
The practical answers, before you book anything.
October–May; summers are very hot and humid.
1–2 days.
Çukurova International Airport, which serves Adana and Mersin.
Adana: common questions
What is the difference between Adana kebab and Urfa kebab?
Adana kebab is spicy; Urfa kebab is made the same way but without the chilli heat.
Is Adana worth visiting?
For food lovers and as a base for the eastern Mediterranean, yes.
Which of these is your kind of day?
Tell us what pulls at you and we will build Adana around it — the right hours, the right guide, and an honest word on what to skip. How we charge is set out in How we work.