Istanbul
Packages for Istanbul
Curated travel packages
6D 5NTurkey First-Timer Discovery
Two Icons. One Incredible First Taste of Türkiye
7D 6NTurkey Culture & Culinary Trail
Taste the Traditions. Walk Through the Stories.
7D 6NTurkey Luxury & Leisure Escape
Where Istanbul Inspires and the Mediterranean Lets You Unwind
Places to Visit in Istanbul
Attractions and experiences
Basilica Cistern
Dalyan Mud Baths and Turtle Beach Day Tour From Fethiye
Dolmabahce Palace
Galata Tower
Istanbul Dolmabahce Palace & Harem Skip-the-Line Entry & Audio Guide
Istanbul: Gedikpasa Historical Hammam with Privacy Add-On
Istanbul: Hagia Sophia Skip-the-Line Ticket & Museum Option
Paragliding Experience in Fethiye & Oludeniz
Places to stay in Istanbul
Things to Do in Istanbul
Top activities and experiences
Hagia Sophia
Topkapi Palace
Blue Mosque
Galata District Walking Experience
Bosphorus Sunset Cruise
Karaköy Exploration Experience
Traditional Hammam Experience
Hippodrome Square Historical Experience
Grand Bazaar Shopping & Spice Market
Quick facts about Istanbul
Local weather
clear sky
Humidity
47%
Wind
3.67 m/s
General info
Time zone
TRT (UTC+3)
Currency
TRY
Official languages
Turkish
Best time to visit
APR-MAY
SEP-OCT
Recommended trip duration
5 days
FAQs about Istanbul
April to May and September to October bring mild temperatures of 18 to 25°C, fewer cruise crowds and perfect conditions for walking tours. July and August can reach 35°C with busy Bosphorus traffic. Winter from December to February is cold at 5 to 10°C, sometimes snowy, but atmospheric. Check Istanbul time when planning mosque visits and ferry departures.
Yes. Indian passport holders must apply for a Turkey e-visa online through the official portal. It is typically issued within 24 to 48 hours and allows stays of up to 30 days.
Purchase an Istanbulkart for access to trams, metros, ferries and funiculars, which is far more economical than single tickets. The T1 tram connects major Sultanahmet landmarks, and Bosphorus ferries between continents double as both transport and sightseeing.
Istanbul is generally safe in main tourist districts. Be aware of common scams such as shoeshiners dropping brushes, taxi drivers swapping banknotes and persistent carpet sellers in the Grand Bazaar. Stay alert on crowded public transport.
