Where to find the best currency exchange rates in Istanbul?

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TL;DR

Istanbul has many currency exchange offices, with the best rates typically found on or near Istiklal Avenue. Compare rates between offices before exchanging. Avoid island exchanges — rates are worse than in the city center.

What the community said

Istiklal Avenue has multiple exchange offices — it's worth checking a few before committing, as rates can vary significantly. Search 'döviz' on Google Maps or 2GIS to find nearby options.

Istiklal Avenue, multiple exchange offices

Some Istanbul exchange offices accept Russian SBP (fast payment system) transfers — confirm this directly with the specific office, as not all of them support this payment method.

SBP payment — confirm on-site

Büyükada (Princes' Islands) does have currency exchange offices, but the rates are noticeably worse than in central Istanbul. It's better to exchange money on the mainland before heading to the islands.

Büyükada — unfavorable exchange rates