Istanbul, Turkey Travel Guide Last Updated: Dec 2022

The classic east-meets-west destination, Istanbul is absolutely one of the world’s most interesting and most historic cities. Famous divided by the Bosphorous Straight, Istanbul has a huge section in Asia and a smaller and more important section in Europe.

Why Visit Istanbul

Istanbul Facts

Population 12,800,000
Area 12,800,000
Timezone UTC+2
Currency Turkish lira

Things To Do In Istanbul

Istanbul Hotel Prices

Rating Price(USD)
starstarstarstarstar32.98 - 44.68
starstarstarstarstar55.32 - 143.62
starstarstarstarstar74.47 - 359.57
starstarstarstarstar127.66 - 411.70
starstarstarstarstar204.26 - 691.49

Istanbul Hostels Prices

Type Price(USD)
Hostel Bed24.47 - 37.23

WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK IN Istanbul

Budget breakfastYour hotel will likely include breakfast, but if it doesn't you'll have many options of local favorites nearby.$3.26 - $6.51
Budget lunchSandwiches and other Mediterranean dishes are usually good bargains in local shops.$4.19 - $8.37
Budget dinnerAvoiding the most touristy places should find you with high quality at reasonable prices.$6.51 - $9.30
Beer (pint)Restaurants and local pubs will be cheaper than night clubs for beer in Istanbul.$4.65 - $7.44
Raki (.17L pitcher)This anise-flavored local liquor is traditionally diluted with water.$5.58 - $9.30
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BEST TOURS in Istanbul

WHEN TO VISIT Istanbul

TEMPERATURE AND RAINFALL

Month High F Low F PRECIP (inches)
January48373.4
February48372.8
March52392.5
April62461.8
May71541.3
June79611.0
July83650.9
August83660.9
September77601.7
October68542.8
November60473.3
December52424.2

Istanbul WEATHER ADVICE

SUNRISE AND SUNSET

21 Mar6:06am6:17pm
21 Jun5:32am8:40pm
21 Sep6:50am7:04pm
21 Dec7:26am4:39pm

Where to stay in Istanbul

Istanbul Hotel Seasons

Istanbul Hotel Prices

Rating Price(USD)
starstarstarstarstar32.98 - 44.68
starstarstarstarstar55.32 - 143.62
starstarstarstarstar74.47 - 359.57
starstarstarstarstar127.66 - 411.70
starstarstarstarstar204.26 - 691.49
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Istanbul Hostel Prices

Type Price(USD)
Hostel Bed24.47 - 37.23

Getting to Istanbul

GETTING AROUND Istanbul

Istanbul TRANSPORT PRICES

Type Price(USD)
Taxi from airport to city center2.70 - 2.88
Express bus from airport to city center0.51
3km taxi ride in Istanbul0.56 - 0.93
Metro ride in Istanbul0.23
Tram ride in Istanbul0.23
Private minivan (dolmus)0.19 - 0.47
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WHERE TO GO BEFORE AND AFTER