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Istanbul is / was …
- More than 8,000 years of old.
- Connecting 2 continents; Europe and Asia.
- Capital of 3 empires, the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman Empires.
- A magical composition of two continents, the East and the West.
- Islamic and Mediterranean mixture of cultures in a captivating atmosphere.
- Has a population of more than 15 million.
- One of world’s main air traffic hubs with 2 international airports.
- 5th most visited city in the world.
- 2010 European Capital of Culture and 2012 European Capital of Sport.
- One of world’s leading congress destination.
- Has more than 75 museums.
- Has more than 100 lively shopping malls, and 4 historic bazaars.
- Has 5 imperial palaces, and many summer palaces, pavilions and mansions.
- Has a huge transportation network of metro, subway, tram, buses, ferries, sea-buses, etc.
- 4 seasons throughout the year.
Plan your Istanbul travel!
Book your flight and airport transfer to Istanbul, book your Istanbul hotel, hostel, villa rental, apartments and book your tours, trips, tickets and ativities in and around Istanbul. Plan your trip to Istanbul with this step-by-step guide!
Istanbul Tourist Pass
Save time and money for Istanbul’s top attractions, get up to 50% off public transport, connect with professional guides on WhatsApp, cruise the Bosphorus Strait and see the palaces, watch a show, see the sights of Istanbul on the hop-on and hop-off bus, learn the story of Istanbul’s many cultures, choose the pass that best suits your schedule and interests…
Rent a car in Istanbul!
Discover Istanbul with your rental car. No hidden cost, 24/7 support, free cancellation. Check out the cheapest or most popular car rental deals. The most popular rental car in Turkey is the Hyundai i20, the Ford Fiesta and the Opel Corsa.
Enjoy your trips in & around Istanbul!
