Polonezköy

A hideaway from the city, in the midst of green forests and village houses. This is one of the best small villages around Istanbul, located on the Asian side. Getting here without a private car might be a little problematic but you can use public transportation such as taking local busses. of Istanbul.
You can go there with family or just with your girlfirend or spouse, have a Turkish tea or Turkish coffee in the caffee in the town center, or breakfast or brunch in one of the hotels or restaurants. You can even overnight in many small hotels and pensiyons here. But just check the prices, some of the small hotels cost like a 5 stars hotel!
You can also trek or walk in the forest, or mountain bike. In the nearby village of Cumhuriyet you can have a BBQ or just have fun with a paintball match or drive ATV’s in the off-​raod. There is something for everyone.