Turkey Travel Guide
Practical, locally written travel guides for Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus and beyond. Find the best places to visit, how to get around, airport transportation, local tips and useful information for planning your trip to Turkey.
Popular Destinations in Turkey
Start with Istanbul, continue to the landscapes of Cappadocia or discover the ancient city of Ephesus on Turkey's Aegean coast.
Istanbul
Attractions, neighborhoods, the Bosphorus, public transport, airports and practical local advice.
Cappadocia
Valleys, cave towns, hot air balloons and advice for getting there from Istanbul.
Ephesus
Ancient ruins, Celsus Library, visiting information and tips for planning your day in Ephesus.
Discover Istanbul
Istanbul stretches across Europe and Asia with centuries of history, busy local neighborhoods and one of the world's most recognizable waterways. Start with these practical guides.
Blue Mosque
History, architecture and practical information for visiting Sultanahmet Mosque.
Read guide → AttractionsGrand Bazaar
Visiting information, location and useful tips for one of Istanbul's best-known historic markets.
Read guide → Where to StayBest Areas in Istanbul
Compare Sultanahmet, Taksim, Karaköy and other popular areas before choosing your hotel.
Read guide → ExperiencesBosphorus Cruises
Understand the differences between public ferries and private Bosphorus cruises before you book.
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Airport & Public Transport Guides
Istanbul is a large city, but its metro, tram, ferry and airport transport network makes most major visitor areas easy to reach. These are some of our most-used practical guides.
Plan More Than the Famous Sights
Istanbul is more than Sultanahmet. Plan when to visit, where to shop, where to stay and how to experience the city from the Bosphorus.
Best Time to Visit Istanbul
Compare seasons and choose the right time of year for your Istanbul trip.
Read guide → ShoppingWhat to Buy in Istanbul
Turkish delight, ceramics, textiles and practical advice for shopping in Istanbul.
Read guide → TransportUsing Istanbulkart
Find recharge points and learn how visitors can use the city's public transport card.
Read guide → Things to DoSee Istanbul from the Bosphorus
Routes, public cruise options and what to expect when exploring the Bosphorus by boat.
Read guide →Continue Your Journey Beyond Istanbul
Many first-time visitors combine Istanbul with Cappadocia or the ancient sites of Turkey's Aegean coast.
Cappadocia Travel Guide
Maps, valleys, towns and the main places to visit throughout Cappadocia.
Read guide → TransportationIstanbul to Cappadocia
Compare flights, buses and driving options between Istanbul and Cappadocia.
Read guide → EphesusVisiting Ephesus
Learn what to see at Ephesus and how to plan your visit to the archaeological site.
Read guide → TurkeyTurkey Travel Map
Get familiar with Turkey's regions and major destinations before planning a longer itinerary.
Read guide →Useful Guides Before You Arrive
Save these guides before your trip. They answer some of the most common questions visitors have when arriving in Istanbul.
Travel Information Written From Istanbul
Turkey Travel Journal has been publishing travel information about Istanbul and Turkey since 2014. Our goal is simple: provide useful, straightforward information that helps international visitors understand where to go, how to get there and what to expect when travelling around Turkey.
Our guides cover practical transportation, historical attractions, neighborhoods, local experiences and some of Turkey's most visited destinations.
