About Diyarbakır
Diyarbakır is one of Türkiye's major cities, home to around 1,833,684 people.
Best time
November–March for cooler, drier conditions
Weather
Varies from tropical to temperate depending on the season
Experiences
Things to do in Diyarbakır
1
Great Mosque
2
Surp Giragos Armenian church
3
Diyarbakır Archaeological Museum
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Virgin Mary Church
Budget travel
Free things to do in Diyarbakır
Great Mosque
Surp Giragos Armenian church
Virgin Mary Church
Mostly free or pay-what-you-like — always double-check opening times and any seasonal fees before you go.
Plan your trip
Suggested itinerary
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit Great Mosque
- Visit Surp Giragos Armenian church
- Visit Diyarbakır Archaeological Museum
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Virgin Mary Church
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Hotel Birkent
Value-for-money place.
- $
Novotel
Boxy modern chain hotel north edge of town.
- $
Radisson Blu
Clean modern chain hotel west side of town.
- $
Wyndham Garden
Modern chain hotel.
- $
Ramada by Wyndham
Clean friendly modern hotel.
Museums & culture
- Great Mosque
- Surp Giragos Armenian church
- Diyarbakır Archaeological Museum
- Virgin Mary Church
In pictures
Diyarbakır gallery
Keep exploring
