Istanbul
What travelers are actually asking about Istanbul, Turkey right now.
Recent questions
Which foreign bank cards work in Istanbul and how to pay without a local card?
Banking & Money · today
Can you exchange a small amount of cash at Istanbul airport, and where is the best exchange rate?
Banking & Money · today
How to get cash Turkish lira in Istanbul via money transfer services like KoronaPay?
Banking & Money · today
Should I buy Turkish lira before traveling to Istanbul?
Banking & Money · today
Where to exchange dollars to Turkish lira near Çemberlitaş in Istanbul?
Banking & Money · today
Which ATMs in Istanbul accept UnionPay cards without fees?
Banking & Money · today
Where to buy IQOS heets and vapes in Istanbul?
Shopping · today
How many days do you need in Istanbul and what to see?
General Tips · today
Best swimming spots in Istanbul — Prince Islands vs city beaches
General Tips · today
How to get to the Princes' Islands from Istanbul?
Transport · today
Is it better to take the metro or a taxi in Istanbul?
Transport · today
Where to exchange USD to Turkish lira in Istanbul — best rates and tips
Banking & Money · 1 day ago
Where to find the best currency exchange rates in Istanbul?
Banking & Money · 1 day ago
How to find accommodation in Istanbul during holidays and major events?
Housing & Rent · 1 day ago
Where to buy replica designer clothes and local Turkish fashion brands in Istanbul?
Shopping · 1 day ago
Are there free public beaches on the Princes' Islands near Istanbul?
General Tips · 1 day ago
Best area to stay in Istanbul for first-time visitors
General Tips · 1 day ago
Best beaches near Istanbul accessible by public transport
General Tips · 1 day ago
Is Istanbul good for a beach vacation in summer?
General Tips · 1 day ago
What's open in Istanbul during Eid al-Adha (Kurban Bayram)?
General Tips · 1 day ago
Where to buy tickets to Topkapi Palace and other Istanbul attractions — online or at the entrance? Is there an audio guide available?
General Tips · 1 day ago
Can you use Uber at Istanbul Airport and where does it pick up passengers?
Transport · 1 day ago
Do I need to check in at the airport counter if I already checked in online and have no luggage?
Transport · 1 day ago
How early do you get boarding notifications for flights from Istanbul airport?
Transport · 1 day ago
How much does public transport cost in Istanbul (metro, tram, bus, ferry)?
Transport · 1 day ago
How strict are Istanbul airport carry-on baggage size checks? (Ajet and other airlines)
Transport · 1 day ago
How to get a private transfer from Istanbul Airport — prices and payment options?
Transport · 1 day ago
How to get from Istanbul Airport to the city center at night — taxi or metro?
Transport · 1 day ago
How to travel along the Bosphorus in Istanbul without traffic jams?
Transport · 1 day ago
How to use public transport in Istanbul: ferries, metro, and Istanbul Kart?
Transport · 1 day ago
What is included as carry-on baggage on Ajet budget fare?
Transport · 1 day ago
Where to park a car in Fatih district (Aksaray) in Istanbul?
Transport · 1 day ago
Can you apply for a Schengen visa in Istanbul without a residence permit?
Visas & Documents · 1 day ago
How to find a long-term apartment rental in Istanbul — agencies and websites
Housing & Rent · 2 days ago
What food is complimentary vs charged extra at Istanbul restaurants?
Restaurants & Food · 2 days ago
What food is good at Rama restaurant in Istanbul?
Restaurants & Food · 2 days ago
Where to eat seafood in Istanbul — mussels, oysters, lobster?
Restaurants & Food · 2 days ago
Is Istanbul safe for tourists — should I worry about scams?
Safety · 2 days ago
Does eSIM work in Istanbul and does it get blocked after leaving Turkey temporarily?
SIM & Internet · 2 days ago
Which mosques and historic sites are worth visiting in Istanbul?
General Tips · 2 days ago
What are the visiting hours for Süleymaniye Mosque in Istanbul, including the viewpoint?
General Tips · 2 days ago
Are Istanbul metro transfers between lines paid separately?
Transport · 2 days ago
How to pay for public transport in Istanbul — Istanbul Kart, bank card, or cash?
Transport · 2 days ago
Does Yandex Taxi in Istanbul charge by meter or fixed app price?
Transport · 2 days ago
How to check in for a flight from Istanbul: online or at the airport?
Transport · 2 days ago
How to get from Taksim Square to Kabataş ferry terminal in Istanbul?
Transport · 2 days ago
How to get to Istanbul airport by Havaist bus?
Transport · 2 days ago
How to take a budget Bosphorus ferry cruise in Istanbul?
Transport · 2 days ago
What happens if you miss a connecting flight due to a delay on the first flight?
Transport · 2 days ago
Does a Russian UnionPay card work in Istanbul — for payments and ATM withdrawals?
Banking & Money · 3 days ago
Where to buy medicine and find a pharmacy in Istanbul's Fatih district?
Medical · 3 days ago
Best restaurants in Istanbul for a birthday celebration — rooftop views or live music?
Restaurants & Food · 3 days ago
Food delivery apps that work in Istanbul
Restaurants & Food · 3 days ago
Does the final Yandex Taxi price in Istanbul match the app estimate?
Transport · 3 days ago
Does Yandex Taxi work in Istanbul and how to pay?
Transport · 3 days ago
How does the Istanbul transport card work — top-up limits and tips
Transport · 3 days ago
How does the tourist Istanbulkart work — monthly limit, transfers, and refunds?
Transport · 3 days ago
How much does a private transfer from Istanbul Airport to Sisane metro station cost?
Transport · 3 days ago
How to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Galata Tower / Şişhane metro area?
Transport · 3 days ago
How to get from Istanbul Airport to the city at night — taxi, transfer, or bus?
Transport · 3 days ago
How to get to Istanbul Airport (IST) when metro M11 is closed?
Transport · 3 days ago
Is the Istanbul Airport (IST) metro line open or closed in June 2026?
Transport · 3 days ago
What taxi app to use in Istanbul and how much does a taxi from the old airport to Sultanahmet cost?
Transport · 3 days ago
Where to get off the Havaist airport bus to catch a ferry to Buyukada (Princes' Islands) in Istanbul?
Transport · 3 days ago
Can you buy prescription medication in Istanbul pharmacies without a prescription?
Medical · 4 days ago
Where to buy Apple products cheap in Istanbul and which malls are best for shopping?
Shopping · 4 days ago
Where to buy groceries and sweets at reasonable prices in Fatih, Istanbul?
Shopping · 4 days ago
Where to buy jewelry and craft supplies in Istanbul?
Shopping · 4 days ago
How much does it cost to enter Yorukali beach on Buyukada island in Istanbul?
General Tips · 4 days ago
How to deal with summer heat in Istanbul: best times to sightsee and what to wear?
General Tips · 4 days ago
How to get from Istanbul Airport to the historic center by metro?
Transport · 4 days ago
How to take a ferry to the Princes' Islands from central Istanbul (and avoid getting on the wrong boat)
Transport · 4 days ago
Is Yandex Taxi safe to use in Istanbul — double charging scams?
Transport · 4 days ago
Does a visa run to Northern Cyprus reset the 60-day stay limit in Turkey?
Visas & Documents · 4 days ago
Do they take fingerprints at Istanbul airport passport control?
Visas & Documents · 4 days ago
Best way to pay and withdraw cash in Istanbul as a tourist
Banking & Money · 5 days ago
Do UnionPay cards work in Istanbul ATMs and stores?
Banking & Money · 5 days ago
Where to stay near Istanbul Airport (IST) for an early morning flight?
Housing & Rent · 5 days ago
How to eat lahmacun in Istanbul — what toppings and extras to add?
Restaurants & Food · 5 days ago
Best shopping malls and outlet centers in Istanbul
Shopping · 5 days ago
How to buy concert tickets in Istanbul via Passo without receiving SMS verification?
General Tips · 5 days ago
What languages do Istanbul hotel staff speak and what nationalities are most common guests?
General Tips · 5 days ago
How to buy and top up an Istanbulkart (Istanbul transport card)?
Transport · 5 days ago
How to get from Istanbul airports (SAW and IST) to the city center?
Transport · 5 days ago
Istanbul airport shuttle bus schedule and how transfers work
Transport · 5 days ago
Is there a direct elevator between M11 and M2 metro lines in Istanbul?
Transport · 5 days ago
Where to find ferry schedules to Heybeliada island from Istanbul?
Transport · 5 days ago
Do currency exchange offices in Istanbul accept old US dollar bills?
Banking & Money · 6 days ago
Should I bring euros, dollars, or Turkish lira to Istanbul?
Banking & Money · 6 days ago
Best budget hotels in Istanbul — affordable and clean options
Housing & Rent · 6 days ago
Best value hotels in Istanbul with breakfast, Bosphorus view terrace and parking
Housing & Rent · 6 days ago
Can you buy vaccines in Istanbul and bring them back home?
Medical · 6 days ago
Where to eat balik durum and kofte ekmek in Istanbul?
Restaurants & Food · 6 days ago
How to get a SIM card or eSIM for Istanbul Turkey as a tourist?
SIM & Internet · 6 days ago
Best time to visit Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern in Istanbul to avoid crowds
General Tips · 6 days ago
How to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Besiktas by public transport?
Transport · 6 days ago
How to get from Istanbul Airport (IST) to the city center by Havaist bus?
Transport · 6 days ago
Is the metro to Istanbul Airport (IST) closed for repairs? How to get there without metro?
Transport · 6 days ago
What are the operating hours of Havaist airport buses from Istanbul IST airport?
Transport · 6 days ago
What’s the best way to get from Istanbul airport to the city center: private transfer, taxi, Havaist/Havabus, or metro?
Transport · 6 days ago
Can you book a hotel in Istanbul last minute?
Housing & Rent · 7 days ago
How to find a 24-hour or on-duty pharmacy in Istanbul?
Medical · 7 days ago
Where to buy discounted brand-name clothes in Istanbul?
Shopping · 7 days ago
How early should I arrive at Istanbul Airport — how long does the Havaş bus take?
Transport · 7 days ago
How to get to the Princes' Islands from Sultanahmet, Istanbul?
Transport · 7 days ago
Can you check in late at Istanbul hotels after the standard check-in time?
Housing & Rent · 8 days ago
Can you buy alcohol in Istanbul and where is the cheapest place to get it?
Shopping · 8 days ago
How does Duty Free work at Istanbul Airport — arrivals vs departures, and can you pre-order online?
Shopping · 8 days ago
How to get an eSIM for Turkey before traveling?
SIM & Internet · 8 days ago
Topkapi Palace Istanbul ticket price and where to buy
General Tips · 8 days ago
Which Prince's Islands near Istanbul are worth visiting and how to get there?
General Tips · 8 days ago
How to get from Istanbul to Bursa by public transport?
Transport · 8 days ago
Are there Russian restaurants in Istanbul?
Restaurants & Food · 9 days ago
How to pay at Istanbul airport duty-free without a Visa card?
Shopping · 9 days ago
How crowded is the bus to Terra City mall in Istanbul and how to get a guaranteed seat?
Transport · 9 days ago
How to get from central Istanbul to Kariye Mosque and Balat neighborhood by public transport?
Transport · 9 days ago
Do I need to pack warm clothes for Istanbul in summer?
General Tips · 10 days ago
What is the food and service like at Istanbul hotels — what should travelers watch out for?
General Tips · 10 days ago
Does Yandex Maps work well in Istanbul for navigation?
Transport · 25 days ago