To help you plan your trip and budget accordingly, here’s a monthly price guide for October 2024, covering attractions, food, transportation, and more.
Prices are estimates and may vary depending on location, and specific choices. Exchange rates fluctuate, so please check current rates before your trip.
Attractions
- Hagia Sophia:
- TRY: 300
- USD: Approximately 6.50
- EUR: Approximately 5.90
- Topkapi Palace:
- TRY: 400
- USD: Approximately 8.70
- EUR: Approximately 7.90
- Blue Mosque:
- Free entry
- Grand Bazaar:
- Free entry
- Spice Bazaar:
- Free entry
- Bosphorus Cruise:
- TRY: 200-400
- USD: Approximately 4.30-8.70
- EUR: Approximately 3.90-7.90
- Galata Tower:
- TRY: 250
- USD: Approximately 5.40
- EUR: Approximately 4.90
- Dolmabahçe Palace:
- TRY: 400
- USD: Approximately 8.70
- EUR: Approximately 7.90
- Süleymaniye Mosque:
- Free entry
- Miniatürk:
- TRY: 200
- USD: Approximately 4.30
- EUR: Approximately 3.90
Food
- Kebab: TRY 150-250
- Baklava: TRY 30-60 per piece
- Turkish coffee: TRY 30-40
- Simit: TRY 10-15
- Börek: TRY 20-30 per piece
- Kokoreç: TRY 40-60
- Midye dolma: TRY 30-40 per dozen
- Ice cream: TRY 20-30 per scoop
- Turkish tea: TRY 15-25
- Doner kebab: TRY 70-120
Transportation
- Public bus: TRY 10-15
- Tram: TRY 10-15
- Metro: TRY 10-15
- Ferry: TRY 30-60 (varies depending on destination)
- Taxi: Flag-down rate: TRY 40-50; per-kilometer charge: TRY 6-8
- Istanbulkart: TRY 7 (card fee)
Other
- Souvenirs: Prices vary widely depending on the item.
- Accommodation: Prices vary widely depending on location, type of accommodation, and season.
- Wi-Fi: Free in many public places, but may require a password or purchase.
- Tips: 10-15% is customary in restaurants and taxis.