Istanbul — page 2

Can you rent an apartment in Istanbul for a short term (2-4 weeks)?

Housing & Rent · 15 days ago

Where to buy car insurance (Green Card) for driving to Turkey and how much does it cost?

Transport · 15 days ago

Where to meet your airport transfer driver at Istanbul Airport (which exit)?

Transport · 15 days ago

Do you need to exit through passport control and collect luggage when connecting flights in Istanbul on separate tickets from different airlines?

Transport · 5 days ago

Where to buy Turkish delight (lokum) and baklava in Istanbul without overpaying (as a gift)?

Shopping · 15 days ago

Can tourists buy a permanent (non-tourist) SIM card in Istanbul, Turkey?

SIM & Internet · 16 days ago

Does the Trip.com eSIM with 100GB/day plan have a speed limit in Istanbul, Turkey?

SIM & Internet · 16 days ago

How much does an Istanbul airport transfer cost, and what to do if it's cancelled or refund is refused?

Transport · 16 days ago

Do you need to go through passport control during a layover at Istanbul Airport?

Visas & Documents · 16 days ago

How to register on Turkish apps (grocery delivery, shopping, scooter charging) without a local Turkish phone number in Istanbul

SIM & Internet · 6 days ago

How do I top up an Istanbulkart with cash or a foreign bank card without paying double currency conversion?

Transport · 16 days ago

Where can a family find an affordable short-term 1+1 apartment with a separate children’s room near Laleli or Sultanahmet in Istanbul?

Housing & Rent · 17 days ago

Istanbul airport to city centre: is a fixed-price transfer better than a card-paid taxi?

Transport · 10 days ago

Does a Trip.com eSIM in Istanbul have speed limits, and is 20 GB enough for remote work and travel?

SIM & Internet · 17 days ago

Where do Bosphorus sightseeing cruises depart from in Eminönü, and how do I buy tickets for a long or evening route?

Transport · 17 days ago

Where to buy tickets for Dolmabahçe Palace and the Painting Museum in Istanbul, and is there a separate garden ticket?

General Tips · 17 days ago

How much mobile data do I need for Istanbul, and which affordable eSIM plan should I buy?

SIM & Internet · 17 days ago

Can you hold a bag on your lap during takeoff and landing on a flight to Istanbul?

Safety · 17 days ago

Can minors (under 18) check into a hotel in Istanbul without parents?

Housing & Rent · 18 days ago

Do you need notarized parental consent (power of attorney) for a child's Turkish residence permit (ikamet)?

Visas & Documents · 8 days ago

Where's the best place to buy a Turkish SIM card for a trip to Istanbul — before departure or on arrival?

SIM & Internet · 8 days ago

Do you need a special discount/loyalty card for shopping in Istanbul (e.g. at the Grand Bazaar)?

Shopping · 18 days ago

How to get from Istanbul Airport to Sultanahmet (Basilica Cistern area) by Havaist airport bus?

Transport · 18 days ago

How much does breakfast for two cost in Istanbul (with inflation)?

Restaurants & Food · 19 days ago

Can non-guests buy a day pass to use a hotel pool in Turkey?

General Tips · 7 days ago

How do foreign travelers pay for shopping in Istanbul (cards, delivery times, boutique rules)?

Shopping · 19 days ago

Why is the sea murky or full of seaweed at Istanbul beaches (Florya, Büyükada) — is it dirty?

General Tips · today

Are the Princes' Islands (Büyükada) near Istanbul worth visiting, and when should you go?

General Tips · 19 days ago

Are there ATMs at Sabiha Gokcen Airport and can you pay by card everywhere in Istanbul?

Banking & Money · 19 days ago

How to get early check-in at an Istanbul hotel if standard check-in is at 2pm?

Housing & Rent · 19 days ago

How to get a short-term tourist residence permit (ikamet) in Istanbul: requirements and current status in 2026

Visas & Documents · 5 days ago

How much cash should I budget for shopping in Istanbul (clothes, souvenirs)?

Shopping · 20 days ago

What are the best Turkish clothing and cosmetics brands to buy in Istanbul?

Shopping · 20 days ago

How to get from Istanbul Airport to the city center and pay by card without cash?

Transport · 20 days ago

Where to buy children's clothing and school uniforms in Istanbul?

Shopping · 20 days ago

Where to find cheap, non-touristy places to eat near Sultanahmet in Istanbul?

General Tips · 20 days ago

How to book a hotel in Istanbul (especially luxury ones) and get a better rate?

Housing & Rent · 3 days ago

Do mosque staff in Istanbul try to convert tourists to Islam?

Safety · 21 days ago

How to buy ferry tickets to the Princes' Islands in Istanbul (Trip.com vs Istanbulkart)?

Transport · 21 days ago

Connecting flights at Istanbul Airport (IST): if you have separate tickets (different airlines, not one itinerary), do you need to collect baggage and go through security/passport control again?

Transport · 18 days ago

How to get from Istanbul airport to your hotel: taxi, metro, or hotel transfer?

Transport · 21 days ago

How much does the Havaist airport bus cost in Istanbul and can you pay with cash or only Istanbulkart?

Transport · 21 days ago

Which neighborhood should I stay in Istanbul as a first-time visitor?

General Tips · 21 days ago

Is Yandex Taxi reliable in Istanbul, and do drivers overcharge or cancel rides?

Transport · 22 days ago

What are beach clubs with music and pool parties near Istanbul like (crowds, drink prices, atmosphere)?

General Tips · 22 days ago

Is a guided Bosphorus boat tour worth it, or is it better to explore Istanbul independently?

General Tips · 22 days ago

How much do round-trip flights to Istanbul cost?

Transport · 22 days ago

What type of power outlets does Turkey use and do I need a travel adapter?

General Tips · 22 days ago

How to track the Turkey 90/180-day visa rule for tourists?

Visas & Documents · 22 days ago

Where to find an authentic restaurant or scenic cafe in Istanbul (away from touristy shopping areas)?

Restaurants & Food · 22 days ago