Istanbul Travel Guides

Mar 5, 2026

find outdoor activities in Istanbul, from Bosphorus cruises to hiking and cycling adventures.

Mar 5, 2026

Cycling in Istanbul has a distinctive way to see the city. find routes, rentals, and tips for an enriching cycling visit.

Mar 5, 2026

The Bosphorus Strait connects the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara, spanning 31 kilometers through Istanbul. Kayaking tours along this route typically cost around 400 TRY per person, with average water temperatures ranging from 15°C in spring to 25°C in summer, making it ideal for water sports from May to September.

Mar 5, 2026

Belgrad Forest, located 20 km north of Istanbul, features trails ranging from 3 to 16 km with entrance fees of 10 TRY. At Polonezköy Nature Park, 25 km from the city center, hikers can enjoy 11 km of marked paths amid average summer temperatures of 28°C.

Mar 5, 2026

Princes' Islands lie 20 km southeast of Istanbul, reachable by ferry for 12-25 TRY one way, with Büyükada being the largest island at 5.4 km². The ferry trip takes about 1.5 hours, and average summer temperatures reach 28°C, making it a popular day trip destination outside the city.