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Best Things to do

With its history-soaked cities, spectacular landscapes and rich heritage, Turkey has something for every type of traveler. Here are the top things to do.

Best Places to Visit

Magnificent cities, blissful beaches, ancient history, unspoiled nature… Here is our pick of the best places to visit in Türkiye (Turkey).

Best Time to Visit

With its beaches, mountains, deserts and megacities, Türkiye has something to offer travelers in all seasons. Here’s a full guide on just when to visit.

Trans-
portation

Cheap, frequent domestic flights, generally well-maintained roads and a vast bus network give travelers ample options for getting around Türkiye.

Must-See Attractions

Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque

Topkapı Palace

İstanbul Archaeology Museums

Hierapolis

Getting Around in Türkiye

3 Places in Türkiye Where Locals go on Their Vacations

Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Transportation Map

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Marmaray, Metro, Tram, Metrobus, Funicular, Suburban Train, Cable Car

Lines In Operation

  • M1A Yenikapı – Ataturk Airport Metro Line
  • M1B Yenikapı – Kirazlı Metro Line
  • M2 Yenikapı – Seyrantepe – Hacıosman Metro Line
  • M3 Bakırköy Sahil – Kayaşehir Merkez Metro Line
  • M4 Kadıköy – Sabiha Gökçen Havalimanı Metro Line
  • M5 Üsküdar – Samandıra Merkez Metro Line
  • M6 Levent – Boğaziçi Üniv. Hisarüstü Metro Line
  • M7 Yıldız – Mahmutbey Metro Line
  • M8 Bostancı – Parseller Metro Line
  • M9 Ataköy – Olimpiyat Metro Line
  • M11 Gayrettepe – İstanbul Airport – Arnavutköy Metro Line (TCDD)
  • TF1 Maçka – Taşkışla Cable Car Line
  • TF2 Eyüp – Piyer Loti Cable Car Line
  • T1 Kabataş – Bağcılar Tram Line
  • T2 Taksim – Tünel Nostalgic Tram (İETT)
  • T3 Kadıköy – Moda Tram Line
  • T4 Topkapı – Mescid-i Selam Tram Line
  • T5 Eminönü – Alibeyköy Pocket Bus Station Tram Line
  • T6 Sirkeci – Kazlıçeşme Tram Line (TCDD)
  • F1 Taksim – Kabataş Funicular Line
  • F2 Karaköy – Beyoğlu Historical Tunnel (İETT)
  • F3 Seyrantepe – Vadi İstanbul Funicular Line
  • F4 Boğaziçi Univ. Hisarüstü – Aşiyan Funicular Line
  • B1 Halkalı – Gebze Banliyö Hattı (Marmaray – TCDD)
  • B2 Halkalı – Bahçeşehir Banliyö Line (TCDD)
  • Metrobüs Hattı (İETT)

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peace with its rich history,

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The meeting point of history and modernity

The meeting point of history and modernity

The meeting point of history and modernity

The meeting point of history and modernity

The meeting point of history and modernity

Connecting two continents

Connecting two continents

Connecting two continents

Connecting two continents

Connecting two continents

Gentle Itineraries

Gülhane Calm Walk(2.5–3h)

  • Route: Hotel → Gülhane Park main path (flat, shaded) → Ottoman Column view → Tea garden (seated break) → Aya Sofya exterior photo stop → Return/transfer.

  • Walking: ~30–45 min total, mostly flat.

  • Seating: Tea garden benches

  • Rain plan: Swap with Galataport indoor arcade stroll (flat, covered) + café break.

Golden Horn Postcard(2–2.5h)

  • Route: Transfer → Galata Bridge short photo stop (5–10 min) → Karaköy café (45–60 min seated) → Short taxi back.

  • Walking: ~20–25 min total.

  • Seating: Café seating.

  • Rain plan: Window-seat café facing the bridge; skip outdoor stop.

Bosphorus Short Cruise(2–3h)

  • Route: Transfer → Ortaköy pier → 60–90 min short cruise (seated) → Waterfront dinner (soft foods) → Transfer back.

  • Walking: ~25–30 min total.

  • Seating: Reserved seats.

Kadıköy Promenade & Coffee(3–3.5h)

  • Route: Ferry Karaköy/Beşiktaş → Kadıköy (seated) → Moda seaside bench break → Short market lane stroll → Ferry back.

  • Walking: ~40–50 min, flat.

  • Rain plan: Covered ferry + indoor café in Kadıköy.

Princes’ Islands Fresh Air(Half day)

  • Route: Morning ferry to Büyükada (seated) → Clock Square flat loop → Tea garden rest → Optional short electric shuttle to a viewpoint → Return ferry.

  • Walking: 45–60 min total, choose flat streets only.

  • Stairs: Avoid hills; your assistant maps a flat loop.

  • Sun tip: Hat/sunglasses; prefer morning ferries.

Museum-Lite(3–4h)

Your assistant will help you with countless options.

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Hello — Merhaba

Thank you — Teşekkürler / Thanks a lot — Çok teşekkürler

Please — Lütfen

Excuse me — Affedersiniz

Hospital — Hastane · Pharmacy — Eczane

I need help — Yardım lazım

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Practical Essentials

Emergency: 112 for all emergencies.

We coordinate hospital access & translation.

Pharmacies: Look for Eczane.

We’ll find the nearest duty pharmacy and arrange delivery.

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