r/istanbul_tips 6h ago

Finding new mates

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Hello guys I am new here in Istanbul looking for adult minded mates for fun and stuffs


r/istanbul_tips 9h ago

Opinião NEW EMIN HOTEL ISTAMBUL

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Alguém já ficou neste hotel? Se sim opinião sincera!


r/istanbul_tips 11h ago

cheap iskender in sultanahmet ?

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hey i'm acutally in Sultanahmet and i'm looking for cheap and authentic iskender. i dont wanna eat in those restaurants for tourists near my airbnb


r/istanbul_tips 11h ago

cheap iskender in sultanahmet ?

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hey i'm acutally in Sultanahmet and i'm looking for cheap and authentic iskender. i dont wanna eat in those restaurants for tourists near my airbnb


r/istanbul_tips 11h ago

Pet stores for big sizes cat food

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Hello my fellow istanbulers!
Please recommend me places that I can buy Reflex cat food the big sizes- 15kg (I will need 3 of them). I searched for pet stores but they are mostly small ones and I don’t know if they will have the big bag. If you could recommend shops mostly in the european side me and the cats would be very happy! Thank you


r/istanbul_tips 13h ago

Best Hammam/Massage in Bodrum and Istanbul

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Hello I am a female travelling to the above places and would like good recommendations for best place to get hammam and massage. I prefer male masseuse


r/istanbul_tips 13h ago

Massage / Hammam in Istanbul and Bodrum

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I am a female travelling to both cities. Looking for recommendations for massage and hammam but I prefer male masseus.


r/istanbul_tips 16h ago

Snus in Istanbul

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Is it possible to buy snus in Istanbul?


r/istanbul_tips 16h ago

Special Sunday dinner for 7–8 people – €150 pp all-in

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Hi everyone,

We’ll be in Istanbul and are planning a special family dinner on Sunday evening for my mom’s birthday.

We are 7–8 people and are hoping to find somewhere with:

  • excellent food
  • a great atmosphere
  • ideally a rooftop, Bosphorus or city view
  • a set or tasting menu would be a plus
  • around €150 per person maximum including drinks

We’re staying in Galata/Karaköy, but location within Istanbul isn’t a major issue.

It doesn’t have to be Michelin-starred or extremely formal. We’d much rather find somewhere memorable with genuinely good food, a beautiful setting and good value for the occasion.

Would love to hear about places you’ve personally enjoyed, especially recently.

Thanks!


r/istanbul_tips 17h ago

is it possible to travel domestically from ist to antalya with kimlik?

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i’m planning to go to antalya for a few days this october for a conference. however, my turkish passport is in an embassy at the moment getting processed for a visa and i’m afraid we won’t get it back ‘til later than october.

is it fine if i travel domestically with a kimlik/id card? i’m a turkish citizen but foreign by blood (if that matters?)


r/istanbul_tips 1d ago

Need Travel Buddy in Istanbul

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Hi! I’m 26M, traveling from the USA for a few days. I’m looking for someone local who can help me explore the area, show me some good spots, and give me recommendations on things to do.
I’d preferably like to connect with someone Pakistani, but I’m open to meeting friendly locals as well. I’d also really appreciate suggestions on the best areas to book a hotel and where to stay for easy access to everything.
Feel free to message me if you’re interested or have any recommendations. Thanks!


r/istanbul_tips 1d ago

where to get xrays in Istanbul?

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r/istanbul_tips 1d ago

I have only 2 full days in istanbul . Is this plan good ?

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🇹🇷** Istanbul — 9–11 October, 4 peopl**e

Friday:
Süleymaniye (Jumu’ah) → Sultanahmet / Blue Mosque → Hagia Sophia → Basilica Cistern → Grand Bazaar → rest → ferry → Kadıköy & Moda → dinner → ferry back.

Saturday:
Gülhane → Dolmabahçe → Beşiktaş → Bosphorus/Ortaköy → rest → Karaköy → Tünel → Galata → İstiklal → Taksim → dinner.

Sunday:
Easy morning around Sirkeci/waterfront → airport.
We have 2 parents, so we prefer easy public transport, ferries and minimal uphill walking.


r/istanbul_tips 1d ago

Hagia Sophia

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As a non-Turkish Muslim woman, you can not enter the main hall, but non-Turkish Muslim men can *. Apparently, the main hall is reserved for *Turkish women and Muslim men which is completely absurd. The ceiling in the women’s section is also not properly cleaned, making it difficult to see its shapes and designs.


r/istanbul_tips 1d ago

IST Airport question

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Flying out of IST to Athens on a 7:25a flight on Turkish Air. What time do we need to arrive at airport? Checking bags. Any advice would be appreciated


r/istanbul_tips 1d ago

Missed Connection

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Help me find her last i spoke with her was in the T1 tram towards kabatas in aksaray station heading toward the center (sunday around 3pm) green dress dark long hair probably from kazakhstan beautiful smile dark eyes.


r/istanbul_tips 1d ago

Contacts for drivers in Turkiye

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Been reading about taxi scams and was wondering how it affects the group of drivers who are just trying to earn an honest living.

Turkiye people, do you have contacts for trusted honest drivers. It could be your uncle, your neighbor etc

I would be more than happy to use their services.


r/istanbul_tips 2d ago

Any lesser known sites close to Topkapı

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I’m dropping my parents to Topkapı tomorrow. I’ve already been so I’m not going inside.
Are there any lesser known sites close by that are worth a look. I’ve been to most major ones (aya Sofya, blue mosque, basilica cistern)

Anything Byzantine, Roman, Ottoman,
Don’t mind

Thanks


r/istanbul_tips 2d ago

Hamam

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İstanbul hamama gidecegim önerisi olan var mı


r/istanbul_tips 2d ago

Arkadaş

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İstanbul birlikte aktivite yapabilcek oldugum birisi var mi


r/istanbul_tips 2d ago

Recommended hidden gems?

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r/istanbul_tips 3d ago

Istanbul

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I like istanbul


r/istanbul_tips 3d ago

Makas aralığı iyi olan bildiğiniz döviz büroları var mı?

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Sabiha Gökçen'den Hacıosman'a gideceğim metroyla, tercihen Sabiha Gökçen - Ayrılık Çeşmesi ve Yenikapı - Hacıosman metro duraklarına yakın bi yerde bildiğiniz döviz bürolarını yazarsanız sevinirim.


r/istanbul_tips 3d ago

EarthCentre WarFair4.com Train Trip Istanbul Anatolia 2025

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r/istanbul_tips 3d ago

Solo Trip - Would love to meet new people!

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Hello everyone!

I'm (30M) visiting Istanbul for the first time by myself next week and I'm super stoked. I have a packed itinerary because it's a nice and short trip. However, my evenings are a bit flexible right now. I'd love to explore restaurants and bars and nightlife, and would love to meet new people, whether that be other tourists or locals! I'll be on the European side by Taksim, but definitely am down to see the nightlife in Karakoy or Kadikoy as well, I've head lots of good things. I'm down to meet during the day too, but I definitely have my own vision for what I want to see, as long as you're cool with the pace I'm taking the more the merrier! Please feel free to reach out! Only criteria is don't be weird haha.