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Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket
Museums • Istanbul

Basilica Cistern Skip-the-Line Ticket

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Free cancellation
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★ 4.6 (754) • 60K+ booked
kr 563
kr 622
Hagia Sophia Ticket
Museums • Istanbul

Hagia Sophia Ticket

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Skip the line
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★ 4.2 (634) • 60K+ booked
kr 325
kr 379
Dolmabahce Palace Ticket
Museums • Istanbul

Dolmabahce Palace Ticket

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★ 4.7 (382) • 30K+ booked
kr 476
kr 498
Bosphorus Sunset Cruise Tour
Klook's choice
Cruises • Istanbul

Bosphorus Sunset Cruise Tour

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English guided
Evening departure
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
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★ 4.6 (162) • 4K+ booked
kr 83
30 off
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Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern Skip-the-line Ticket
Museums • Istanbul

Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern Skip-the-line Ticket

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★ 4.5 (352) • 10K+ booked
kr 904
5 off
Combo
Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide
Tours • Istanbul

Istanbul: Bosphorus Sightseeing Cruise Tour with Audio Guide

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English guided
Free cancellation
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★ 4.8 (866) • 10K+ booked
kr 76
50 off
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Topkapi Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket and Audio App
Historical sites • Istanbul

Topkapi Palace Skip-the-Line Ticket and Audio App

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★ 4.2 (224) • 10K+ booked
kr 641
kr 681
Klook Pass Turkey
Attraction passes • Central Anatolia Region

Klook Pass Turkey

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★ 4.6 (364) • 8K+ booked
kr 855
kr 1,591
Klook exclusive
Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide
Klook's choice
Cruises • Istanbul

Bosphorus Sunset Cruise on Yacht with Live Guide

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English guided
Evening departure
Up to 3 hrs
Free cancellation
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★ 4.9 (235) • 3K+ booked
kr 217
Mega Lufer Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Show with Private Table
Cruises • Istanbul

Mega Lufer Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Show with Private Table

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Evening departure
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★ 4.6 (285) • 6K+ booked
kr 284
25 off
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Topkapi Palace Museum Skip the Line Ticket with Guided Tour
Museums • Istanbul

Topkapi Palace Museum Skip the Line Ticket with Guided Tour

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★ 4.0 (264) • 9K+ booked
kr 578
kr 758
Istanbul: Bosphorus Night Cruise w/ Dinner, Drinks & Shows
Cruises • Istanbul

Istanbul: Bosphorus Night Cruise w/ Dinner, Drinks & Shows

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English guided
Evening departure
Free cancellation
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★ 4.4 (434) • 8K+ booked
From kr 260
20 off
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Istanbul|Istanbul Airport Private Airport Transfer
Private airport transfers • Istanbul

Istanbul|Istanbul Airport Private Airport Transfer

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★ 4.3 (5,381) • 30K+ booked
kr 297
Istanbul Digital Public Transport QR Pass
Rail passes • From Istanbul

Istanbul Digital Public Transport QR Pass

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New Activity
kr 92
15 off
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Istanbul Unlimited Public Transport Card 1-7 Day
Rail passes • Istanbul

Istanbul Unlimited Public Transport Card 1-7 Day

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★ 3.5 (24) • 800+ booked
kr 264
kr 357
Istanbul|Sabiha Gökçen International Airport Private Airport Transfer
Private airport transfers • Istanbul

Istanbul|Sabiha Gökçen International Airport Private Airport Transfer

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★ 3.9 (517) • 3K+ booked
kr 312
Istanbul car rentals | Rent a car for Bosphorus, Hagia Sophia, Basilica, Golden Horn, Dolmabahce Palace
From kr 564
kr 640
12 off
Istanbul Airport - city centre by Terravision
Airport trains & buses • Istanbul

Istanbul Airport - city centre by Terravision

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kr 314
Istanbul Private Airport Transfer with Meet and Greet
Private airport transfers • Istanbul

Istanbul Private Airport Transfer with Meet and Greet

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kr 964
Interrail Türkiye Pass
Rail passes • Istanbul

Interrail Türkiye Pass

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New Activity
kr 616
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Hotels in Istanbul

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel
Hotels • Istanbul

Sura Hagia Sophia Hotel

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★ 4.1 (1,002)
From kr 721
Midtown Hotel Istanbul
Hotels • Istanbul

Midtown Hotel Istanbul

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★ 4.4 (663)
From kr 792
Nippon Hotel
Hotels • Istanbul

Nippon Hotel

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★ 4.4 (1,000)
From kr 703
The Central House Istanbul Taksim
Hotels • Istanbul

The Central House Istanbul Taksim

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★ 4.2 (318)
From kr 362
kr 487
Romance Istanbul Hotel
Hotels • Istanbul

Romance Istanbul Hotel

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★ 4.8 (575)
From kr 1,710
Long Stay Istanbul
Hotels • Istanbul

Long Stay Istanbul

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★ 4.6 (70)
From kr 423
Pera Palace Hotel
Hotels • Istanbul

Pera Palace Hotel

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★ 4.8 (1,013)
From kr 1,874
Four-G Hotel
Hotels • Istanbul

Four-G Hotel

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★ 4.9 (138)
From kr 928
kr 956
YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance
Hotels • Istanbul

YOTEL Istanbul Airport LANDSIDE, City Entrance

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★ 4.1 (1,002)
From kr 2,441
20 off
ROCO Beyoğlu
Hotels • Istanbul

ROCO Beyoğlu

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★ 4.7 (169)
From kr 476
Garlon Residence
Hotels • Istanbul

Garlon Residence

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★ 4.6 (52)
From kr 712
Sahil Kamp Istanbul Hotel
Hotels • Istanbul

Sahil Kamp Istanbul Hotel

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★ 3.1 (46)
From kr 338
kr 348

Istanbul travel guide

Reviews of Istanbul activities

WenJing **
2026-08-03 03:46:45
Fantastic 5.0
Thanks to the travel agency's thoughtful arrangements, every part of the itinerary was well-planned. The guide in Ephesus was the most patient and professional throughout the trip, and deserves special praise. Pamukkale was beautiful, and the sea in Kusadasi was stunning – I'd love to visit again. The coastal waterfalls in Antalya were absolutely gorgeous, and Cappadocia's unique landscape was unforgettable. Our fellow travelers were also very nice. Looking forward to our next gathering! Thumbs up!
Mubin **************
2026-05-11 13:47:54
Fantastic 5.0
Amazing experience all-in-one tour of Cappadocia. So much too see and if money isn’t an issue for you, this tour is highly recommended. It covers as much as all the necessary activities and not too long as well. Hotel is great and don’t expect so much as it’s a cave hotel but it fits the vibe of Cappadocia. Breakfast was great too. All guides were great.
annete *********
2026-04-10 18:05:15
Fantastic 5.0
Excellent experience with our guide, Ahmet. He speaks perfect Spanish and is very attentive to our needs. He gave us a great tour, recommendations, and good restaurants. Those two days were very pleasant for starting to get to know the city.
Klook User
2026-03-29 19:01:00
Fantastic 5.0
everything was very well organised much recommended. I will advise taking cash in Turkish Lira for museum passes.
Alyssa **********
2026-06-26 19:42:13
Great 4.0
The location is great, the facilities are clean, & the staff are very nice. Thank you! However, after transferring to the 6-bed all-female dorm, I encountered a suspicious situation that management should be aware of. Around 11:00 p.m., a woman claiming to be from Kor** asked me to book & pay for her ticket to Paris online, saying she had an urgent early flight the next morning and only had euros with her, promising to repay me later. I declined because the story felt inconsistent. The next morning, Despite saying it was urgent and that she had euros, she did not even make an effort to go to the kiosk near the hotel or to the airport to buy her own ticket. She had already befriended other guests, seemed to have been staying there for quite some time,& became upset when I refused. I wasn’t scammed, but I hope management looks into this for the safety of future guests. This happened in Rm. 29 3rd flr. I was staying in Bed 4 (upper deck) and she’s in lower deck. Anyway, GOOD HOTEL to STAY
Klook 用戶
2026-09-11 08:38:15
Fantastic 5.0
Great guider for this schedule.Thanks for give us great time!
Usha **
2026-08-05 00:36:48
Fantastic 5.0
Balat & Fener was a last-minute addition to our Istanbul itinerary, and we're so glad we decided to go! We were running a little late because our Grab driver dropped us at the wrong location, but Mr. Yunus patiently guided us over the phone and made sure we found the meeting point without any issues. This tour introduced us to a completely different side of Istanbul. Walking through the colorful neighbourhoods, visiting the historic Greek School, beautiful churches, and charming streets gave us a deeper appreciation of the city's rich multicultural heritage. Do be prepared for a good uphill hike—comfortable walking shoes are a must, and it may not be suitable for those with weak knees or limited mobility. Mr. Yunus was knowledgeable, friendly, and explained the history and significance of every stop clearly. It was a wonderful and memorable excursion, and we highly recommend it to anyone looking to explore beyond the usual tourist attractions.
JULIENE ***************
2026-09-04 21:51:44
Fantastic 5.0
Great experience and worth every peny. We were only the ones who participated in the tour and it seemed like we had our private guide. Our tour guide, Elaida, was very knowledgeable about the different tourist spots. So much to see in just a span of 12 hours. Great lunch as well.
Klook User
2026-09-04 17:46:54
Fantastic 5.0
Our Ancient Troy tour was like a journey back in time 🫶🏼walking through the ancient ruins, hearing the stories of Troy, the Trojan War, and the people who once lived there made me appreciate history in a different way. The journey from Istanbul was long, but absolutely worth it. Our guide made the experience more meaningful with the stories, history, and little details. I’m so greatful that we took the time to visit Troy! 😊

Istanbul at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Istanbul?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
+200%
+100%
Typical
-100%
-9%
Jan
-56%
Feb
-53%
Mar
-51%
Apr
+67%
May
Busiest +156%
Jun
+152%
Jul
-67% Quietest
Aug
-58%
Sep
-32%
Oct
-17%
Nov
-30%
Dec

Demand peaks in June, when bookings from the Philippines jump by about 156% vs a typical month, while August is much quieter (roughly 67% lower), so book early for June and expect easier availability in August. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Istanbul cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

$50
$40
$30
$20
$10
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Avg $26 Priciest $44 Cheapest $5
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activity prices tend to be cheapest in May at around USD 5 — roughly 89% below the March peak — and May’s low prices line up with the quieter August season shown on the demand chart, so consider May for lower-cost bookings. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

0 daysLast-minute
1 daysTypical
7 daysEarly

Most travellers from the Philippines book about 1 day ahead, with a typical early booking window of 7 days; that means peak-month travel in June may still need earlier reservations to secure availability. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Istanbul

Local weather

℉℃
  • DEC - FEB
    10°3°

  • MAR - MAY
    20°5°

  • JUN - AUG
    28°17°

  • SEP - NOV
    25°9°

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1NOK = 5.14TRY

  • Official languages

  • Best time to visit

    International Istanbul Tulip Festival

  • Recommended trip duration

  • Flight time

    When departing from Manila

What to know before visiting Istanbul

Quick snapshot of Istanbul and its top experiences

Istanbul’s Klook bookings are dominated by museums, cruises and guided tours, with historical sites and observation decks also popular. Demand has a strong seasonal rhythm, peaking in early summer and dipping in late summer and early autumn.

Best times to visit based on demand and prices

According to Klook booking data, demand peaks in June while the quietest month tends to be August. Prices move differently across the year: Klook data shows the priciest month is typically March, while May and June often show much lower typical prices. For lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for May or June; if you want the full peak‑season atmosphere, plan for June when demand is highest. Note that prices and demand do not always move together here — March can be relatively expensive even though it isn’t the busiest month.

Tips for travellers from the Philippines

Most experiences in Istanbul can be booked at short notice — Klook data shows travellers typically book about a day ahead, with early planners booking around a week out. If you’re flexible, many museum tickets, cruises and tours are still available last‑minute; if you’re travelling in June (the busiest month), consider booking a few days earlier to secure preferred time slots. Use Klook to compare typical options and lock in the experiences you want without overplanning.

FAQs about Istanbul

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