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Istanbul

Türkiye · Europe / Middle East

Two continents, infinite character

The only city that sits in two continents. Byzantine mosaics, Ottoman spice markets, Bosphorus sunsets, and tea culture that slows everything down.

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Cost

Budget-friendly

Best time

Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct

Currency

TRY

Timezone

UTC+3

Getting Around

Transport and must-know tips

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Getting Around Istanbul: Istanbulkart & the Bosphorus Ferry

Get an Istanbulkart from any metro station. The ferry across the Bosphorus is 10 minutes and costs under $1 — it's the best value experience in the city.

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