Kütahya is a historic city in western Turkey famed worldwide for its exquisite ceramic and tile-making tradition that dates back to the 15th century. Perched on a plateau at roughly 960 m elevation, the city combines well-preserved Ottoman architecture, a dramatic hilltop castle, and a lively bazaar district with a quieter, authentically Turkish atmosphere that larger tourist centers have long since lost.
Historical sites
Places where Kütahya's past comes alive.
Historic
Aizanoi Ancient City
Where: Çavdarhisar district, 57 km southwest
Admission: 50 TRY (~$1.50 USD)
Historic
Kütahya Castle (Kütahya Kalesi)
Where: Hilltop above old town
Admission: Free
Historic
Tile & Ceramic Museum (Çini Müzesi)
Where: Old town
Admission: 40 TRY (~$1.20 USD)
Historic
Kütahya Archaeological Museum
Where: Old town
Admission: 40 TRY (~$1.20 USD)
Historic
Kossuth House (Kossuth Evi)
Where: Old town
Admission: Free
Historic
Ulu Mosque (Büyük Camii)
Where: Old town
Admission: Free