Destination

Daskyleion Antik Kenti

The Ancient City of Daskyleion is located near Kuş Cenneti, one of Balıkesir’s natural beauties. In the excavation works carried out in the city, which takes its name from the famous Lydian King Daskylos, who settled here in the 7th century BC, archaeological remains from different periods have been uncovered.

Bandırma, Balıkesir

Daskyleion Antik Kenti and 6 places around it

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Daskyleion Antik Kenti

Highlights

  • History

Good for

  • Cultural routes

Suggested visit:45 minutes

Last updated: 19 October 2026

Location and surroundings

Daskyleion Antik Kenti sits within Bandırma, Balıkesir. The toroti catalogue holds 68 described stops across Balıkesir, 6 of them in Bandırma.

The nearest stop is Kuş Cenneti Milli Parkı, 11 km to the north. Another 6 catalogued points lie within a 30 km radius.

The Istanbul – Aydin route passes 16 km away, so this works as a stop along the drive.

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Other places nearby

Kuş Cenneti Milli Parkı11 km to the northManyas Kuş Cenneti12 km to the northDeğirmenboğazi Tabiat Parkı25 km to the southwestArkeoloji Müzesi26 km to the northBandirma Müzesi26 km to the northHaydar Çavuş Camisi26 km to the north

Routes that pass close by

Istanbul – Aydin16 kmIstanbul – Balikesir16 kmIstanbul – Denizli16 kmIstanbul – Izmir16 kmIstanbul – Mugla16 km

Frequently asked

What is Daskyleion Antik Kenti?
The Ancient City of Daskyleion is located near Kuş Cenneti, one of Balıkesir’s natural beauties. In the excavation works carried out in the city, which takes its name from the famous Lydian King Daskylos, who settled here in the 7th century BC, archaeological remains from different periods have been uncovered.
Where is Daskyleion Antik Kenti?
Daskyleion Antik Kenti is in Bandırma, Balıkesir.
How long does it take to visit Daskyleion Antik Kenti?
The suggested visit time for Daskyleion Antik Kenti is about 45 minutes.
What else is there to see near Daskyleion Antik Kenti?
toroti’s catalogue holds other destinations within 30 km of Daskyleion Antik Kenti; the closest are Kuş Cenneti Milli Parkı, Manyas Kuş Cenneti, Değirmenboğazi Tabiat Parkı.
Is Daskyleion Antik Kenti on the way anywhere, and which route?
Daskyleion Antik Kenti lies 16 km from the Istanbul – Aydin route, close enough to add to that drive with a short detour.