Turkey
Istanbul
Where two continents and two eras embrace.
Best Time
April – May, September – October
Visa
e-Visa for most nationalities
Currency
Turkish Lira (TRY)
Language
Turkish
Weather
Mediterranean, 6–29°C
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Top Attractions
- •Hagia Sophia
- •Blue Mosque
- •Topkapi Palace
- •Grand Bazaar
- •Bosphorus
Popular Cities
- •Sultanahmet
- •Beyoğlu
- •Kadıköy
- •Beşiktaş
Recommended Hotels
- •Çırağan Palace Kempinski
- •Four Seasons Bosphorus
- •Raffles Istanbul
Best Restaurants
- •Mikla
- •Nusr-Et
- •Karaköy Lokantası
Things to Do
- •Bosphorus cruise
- •Turkish hammam
- •Spice Bazaar tour
- •Rooftop sunset
Nightlife
- •Taksim bars
- •Bosphorus clubs
- •Rooftop lounges
Shopping
- •Grand Bazaar
- •Istinye Park
- •Spice Bazaar
Local Food
- •Kebabs
- •Baklava
- •Turkish delight
- •Simit
Travel Tips
- •Haggle in bazaars
- •Dress modestly at mosques
- •Try Turkish tea everywhere
Transportation
Trams, metro, ferries across the strait, and taxis.