About Istanbul
Why travelers love it here
Istanbul straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait, and that duality runs through everything — the minarets and Orthodox churches, the Grand Bazaar's sensory overload and the quiet tea gardens of Üsküdar, the spice-stacked souks and the rooftop bars. It is one of the great cities of the world, and it knows it.
Best timeApril–June or September–November
CurrencyTRY (₺)
LanguageTurkish
TimezoneEurope/Istanbul (UTC+3)
Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque
Grand Bazaar and Spice Market
Bosphorus boat cruise
Breakfast in Karaköy neighborhood
Worth doing
Top Experiences in Istanbul
From $123.23
Transfers between Paris and Paris Airports/Disneyland/Versailles
5.0(230)
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From $186.61
The Essential Louvre Masterpieces Tour - Limited to Six Guests
5.0(195)
2.5 hours
From $431.49
Family Friendly Louvre Museum Private Guided Tour
5.0(193)
2.5 hours
From $76.29
Paris E-Scooter Tour with fun & informative guide (small groups)
5.0(186)
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