Turkey · Istanbul
Istanbul is the only city in the world spanning two continents, divided by the Bosphorus strait into a European and an Asian side. Its historic peninsula holds Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace and the Grand Bazaar, while neighborhoods like Beyoğlu, Beşiktaş and Kadıköy carry its modern cultural and nightlife scene.
Best time to visit
April, May, September
Summer temperature
28C avg
Airport
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Istanbul is the only city in the world spanning two continents, divided by the Bosphorus strait into a European and an Asian side. Its historic peninsula holds Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapı Palace and the Grand Bazaar, while neighborhoods like Beyoğlu, Beşiktaş and Kadıköy carry its modern cultural and nightlife scene.
The best time to visit Istanbul is April, May, September, October.
Istanbul is served by Istanbul Airport (IST), Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW).