Getting there
Getting to Istanbul
The transcontinental metropolis bridging Europe and Asia, where Byzantine mosaics, Ottoman mosques, and a vibrant bazaar culture converge.
Istanbul at a glance
- CountryTurkey
- RegionIstanbul
- Capital of TurkeyAnkara
- CurrencyTurkish Lira (TRY)
Travel to Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST) is connected to the city by metro line M11, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport (SAW) is on the Asian side. Ferries and the metro link the European and Asian shores.
Places to visit once you arrive
The attractions in our Istanbul guides, in Istanbul.
Transfers and day trips
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