Istanbul
Turkey
- Safety rating
- 6.5/10
- Best time to visit
- April–May and September–October. Summer is hot and crowded. Winters are mild but rainy.
- Population
- 15.5M
Overview
Istanbul straddles two continents and thousands of years — the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, and Bosphorus create a travel experience like no other.
Top attractions
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Topkapi Palace, Bosphorus Cruise, Galata Tower, Spice Bazaar
Getting around
Metro, tram, and funicular. Ferries across the Bosphorus. Istanbulkart covers all transit.