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Istanbul

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DestinationIstanbulTürkiye

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About Istanbul

Istanbul is available in the global destination index. Travel modules below are assembled from structured datasets and provider APIs as data becomes available.

Population15,800,000

TimezoneEurope/Istanbul

CurrencyTRY

Nearest airportSAW

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Explore Istanbul

Guide

✦MapsGeographic travel context ✦Facts & statisticsDestination facts and statistics

See & do

✦Things to doIdeas, sights and experiences ✦AttractionsLandmarks and places to visit ✦BeachesCoasts, beaches and swimming ✦NeighborhoodsAreas and districts ✦Day tripsNearby places worth a day out ✦CultureHistory, customs and local culture ✦EventsSeasonal events and festivals ✦ShoppingMarkets, malls and local shopping

Eat & enjoy

✦Food & drinkLocal food and what to try ✦RestaurantsPlaces to eat and dining data ✦NightlifeEvening and nightlife guide

Stay

✦HotelsAccommodation and where to stay

Plan your trip

✦WeatherCurrent conditions and forecast ✦ClimateSeasonal climate patterns ✦Best time to visitWhen to go and why ✦Local pricesEveryday local price data ✦Travel costBudget and trip-cost planning ✦Currency & moneyMoney, currency and exchange

Practical information

✦SafetyPractical safety information ✦HealthHealth and travel preparation ✦Visa & entryEntry and visa information ✦LanguageLanguages and useful phrases ✦Internet & SIMConnectivity and mobile data ✦Emergency numbersImportant local contacts ✦AccessibilityAccessible travel information ✦Family travelPlanning with children

Getting around

✦Getting aroundHow to move around ✦Public transportBus, rail, metro and local transit ✦Taxi pricesTaxi pricing information ✦AirportsNearby and major airports ✦Airport transfersPrivate airport transfer options ✦Car rentalDriving and car-hire information

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Airport transfers

When TaxiCabTransfer has a live price for this destination, vehicle prices can be shown by car category. If there is no price, the travel guide still works normally.

Airport transfer guide