Getting Around In Istanbul
Istanbul has a very diverse (public) transportation network.
The moment you set foot on Istanbul soil, you’ll have to take some kind of (public) transportation. And even after you have arrived at your hotel and are ready to embark for some sightseeing excursions, you’ll often find yourself planning transportation means to go from one area or tourist attraction to another.
Luckily, (public) transportation in Istanbul is pretty cheap and diverse. Buses, dolmuşes, minibuses, sea buses, ferries, metros, trams, trains and taxis are at your disposal to travel within the city, and beyond. While such an abundance of means may be a bit confusing at first, linked nicely to one another they serve every sport of Istanbul.
But the best way to explore a city is undoubtedly on foot. I therefore included a post for pedestrians in this Istanbul transportation overview.
To/From The Airport
On Foot
On Wheels
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- Istanbul Taxi Fares for Popular Tourist Destinations
- Getting Around in Istanbul by Metro, Tram and Funicular
- Getting Around in Istanbul by Ferry or Sea Bus
- Why You Should Avoid Taking a Bus in Istanbul
- How and Where to Take a Dolmuş or Shared Taxi in Istanbul?
- Tünel, the Shortest and Third-Oldest Passenger Underground in the World
Practicalities
- Istanbul Cruise Ship Port and Visa Essentials
- Benefits of Using Akbil as Your Istanbul Public Transportation Pass
- Should I Get the New Istanbul Kart or Stick With Akbil?
- How to Deal With Traffic Jams in Istanbul
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