Gallipoli Peninsula Historical National Park,Turkey

• ANZAC Cove (site of the April 25 landings)
• Lone Pine Cemetery and Lone Pine Memorial
• Chunuk Bair / Chunuk Bair Turkish memorial and New Zealand memorials
• Cape Helles battlefields and memorials (including Seddülbahir and the Helles Memorial)
• Kabatepe War Museum (panorama and exhibits)
• 57th Regiment (Albayrak) Memorial and Turkish cemeteries
• Kilitbahir Fortress and Seddülbahir Fortifications
• Trench lines, preserved battlefield earthworks and viewing points
• Eceabat and Alçıtepe villages — gateways with local culture and visitor facilities

• Well-preserved WWI trench systems, shell craters and memorial architecture
• Panoramic views across the Dardanelles (strategic strait linking Aegean to the Sea of Marmara)
• Sandy coves and cliffs where landings occurred; remnants of barbed wire and fortifications
• Migratory bird routes and coastal scrubland — seasonal birdwatching
• Numerous Commonwealth and Turkish cemeteries with uniform headstones and landscaped grounds
• Underwater wrecks and historic ship remains in nearby waters (visible on specialist dives)

• Guided battlefield walks and interpretation trails
• Self-guided touring of cemeteries, memorials and museums
• Attending the ANZAC Dawn Service at ANZAC Cove (April 25) — requires registration for many visitors
• Boat tours along the Dardanelles to view forts and landing sites from the water
• Photography and landscape viewing at sunrise/sunset
• Birdwatching and short coastal hikes
• Visiting local museums (Kabatepe War Museum) and small village exhibitions
• Diving/snorkelling for experienced divers interested in WWI wrecks (special permits/tours)

Late spring to early summer (April–June) and early autumn (September–October). April is especially significant for ANZAC commemorations, but expect crowds and cooler dawn weather. Summer (July–August) is hot and busier; winter is colder and many visitor facilities may have reduced hours.

Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. Coastal winds from the Dardanelles can make mornings and evenings feel colder; expect variable conditions in spring and autumn.

Entry to the national park and access to many memorials and cemeteries is generally free. Specific museums (for example Kabatepe War Museum) may charge a modest admission fee and have set opening hours. Guided tours and some special commemoration events may require advance booking and separate fees. Check local park or museum websites for current prices and hours.

The peninsula is best reached from Çanakkale (city) by road and short ferry crossings to Eceabat. Nearest airport: Çanakkale Airport (CKZ) — limited domestic flights; Istanbul is the major gateway (4–5 hours by road or combined ferry/bus). Regular ferries connect Çanakkale city to the peninsula (Eceabat). Many sites are reachable by car or organized tour; some historic trenches and viewpoints involve uneven ground and steps — accessibility for mobility-impaired visitors varies by site. Local buses, taxis and private tour operators serve the park from Çanakkale and nearby towns.

Allow 1 full day for a concise visit covering key sites (ANZAC Cove, Lone Pine, Kabatepe). 2–3 days recommended to explore both northern and southern battlefields, attend services, visit museums and enjoy local villages at a relaxed pace.

Comfortable walking shoes, sunhat and sunscreen in summer; layered clothing and a warm jacket for early-morning dawn services in spring/autumn; water and a refillable bottle; light rain gear in winter. Bring respectful attire for cemetery visits (avoid loud or disrespectful clothing/behavior).

Try local seafood dishes, meze, Turkish tea and regional specialties from Çanakkale. Popular souvenirs include poppy-themed memorabilia, local olive oil and soaps, handcrafts from the region, books and WWI history guides or replica medals. When purchasing wartime relics, prefer museum-quality reproductions or authorized sellers — removing artifacts from battlefields is illegal and disrespectful.