Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul
Travel Information
Price: moderate (Average daily cost for tourists: $75-$150)
Climate: Mediterranean
Best Time to Visit: The best time to visit Istanbul is during spring (April to May) and fall (September to October) when the weather is mild, and the city is not overly crowded.
Currency: Turkish Lira
Language: Turkish
Visa: Most visitors require a visa to enter Turkey; electronic visas are available for many nationalities. Check the requirements based on your nationality.
Time Zone: Turkey Time (TRT)
Top Attractions
Hagia Sophia
Type: Museum
This architectural marvel stands as a symbol of Istanbul's rich history, originally a church then a mosque, now a museum.
Topkapi Palace
Type: Historic Site
The former palace of Ottoman sultans, with stunning architecture and valuable artefacts.
Blue Mosque
Type: Religious Site
Known for its blue tiles surrounding its interior walls, this mosque is a working religious site with a mesmerizing design.
Transportation
Quality: Good
Types:
Pass Cost:
- Single Trip: ₺15
- Day Pass: ₺60
Score: 70/100
Parts of Istanbul are quite walkable, particularly around major tourist attractions.
Infrastructure: Developing
Bike Share System: ISbike
Economic Factors
Sustainability
Major Parks:
- Gulhane Park
- Belgrade Forest
- Emirgan Park
- Expansion of public transport
- Promoting bicycling
- Renewable energy projects