4.9
Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque
Istanbul's twin domed masterpieces facing each other across Sultanahmet.
About Turkey
Where two continents, empires and hot-air balloons meet
Turkey straddles Europe and Asia, and its wonders are just as boundless — the domes and minarets of Istanbul, the fairy chimneys and dawn balloons of Cappadocia, and the cotton-white travertine pools of Pamukkale.
Cruise the Bosphorus between continents, haggle in the Grand Bazaar, explore Roman Ephesus and unwind on the turquoise Mediterranean coast, all fuelled by some of the world's most generous cuisine.
Local Culture
Turkish culture fuses Ottoman, Byzantine, Anatolian and Mediterranean influences. Tea (çay) flows endlessly, hospitality is legendary, and traditions from the hammam bath to whirling dervishes and bustling bazaars thrive beside a modern, cosmopolitan society.
Travel Highlights
- Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque, Istanbul
- Cappadocia hot-air balloons
- Pamukkale's white terraces
- Bosphorus & the Grand Bazaar
- Turquoise Mediterranean coast
- Region
- Eurasia
- Language
- Turkish
- Currency
- TRY
Popular Attractions
Unmissable sights
The landmarks and natural wonders that define Turkey.
5.0
Cappadocia Valleys
Surreal fairy chimneys and hundreds of dawn hot-air balloons.
4.8
Pamukkale
Cascading snow-white travertine terraces and ancient Hierapolis.
4.6
Grand Bazaar
One of the world's oldest covered markets — 4,000 shops of treasure.
4.8
Istanbul & the Bosphorus
Skylines, palaces and ferries between Europe and Asia.
4.8
Love Valley
Cave churches, underground cities and balloon-dotted valleys.
Things To Do
Experiences & adventures
Curated activities to make your Turkey story your own.
Balloon Flight
Float over Cappadocia's valleys at sunrise.
Bosphorus Cruise
Sail between Europe and Asia past palaces.
Bazaar & Hammam
Shop the Grand Bazaar and soak in a Turkish bath.
Ancient Ruins
Wander Roman Ephesus and Hierapolis.
Turkish Cuisine
Meze feasts, kebabs and sweet baklava.
Cave Hotels
Stay in carved-rock boutique hotels in Cappadocia.
Best Time To Visit
When to go to Turkey
Seasonal weather at a glance to help you plan the perfect window.
Spring
Apr – May
14–24°C
Blooming and mild — superb for ballooning.
Summer
Jun – Aug
26–34°C
Hot inland, glorious on the coast.
Autumn
Sep – Oct
16–26°C
Warm, golden and crowd-free.
Winter
Nov – Mar
2–12°C
Snowy Cappadocia and cosy Istanbul.
Food & Cuisine
A taste of Turkey
Signature dishes and where to savour them.
Kebab
Char-grilled adana, şiş and döner with bread and salad.
Turkish Breakfast & Meze
A lavish spread of cheeses, olives, eggs and dips.
Baklava
Flaky filo layered with pistachio and honey syrup.
Turkish Delight & Çay
Rosewater lokum with endless glasses of Turkish tea.
Modern Anatolian
Mikla, Istanbul
Rooftop fine dining over the old city.
Anatolian
Çiya Sofrası, Istanbul
Beloved for regional home-style dishes.
Turkish
Topdeck Cave, Cappadocia
Intimate cave dining of family recipes.
Good to Know
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know before travelling to Turkey.
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