ISTANBUL TRAVEL | HOW MUCH BUDGET DO YOU NEED IN 2024? 💵

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ISTANBUL TRAVEL | HOW MUCH BUDGET DO YOU NEED IN 2024? 💵
In this video we share with you the ultimate budget guide for traveling to Istanbul.
If you were wondering how expensive is Istanbul and the cost of traveling, then this video will be your best Istanbul TRAVEL GUIDE.
We cover expenses such as food, accommodation, transportation and museums fees.
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Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:22 - Tourist Attractions
04:24 - Tours
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05:43 - Public transportation
07:05 - Foods
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@BeryIstanbulTips 3 ай бұрын

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@farizaditya 3 ай бұрын

Okay 😇😇😇🫶🏻😘

@Serce111 2 ай бұрын

Turkey once was cheap place to visit with shopping and food but with recent experience i literally had to budget it out much carefully. No more shopping, only sightseeing and eating at cheaper restaurants.

@basiawaligora5403 2 ай бұрын

prices on 24 February, 2024: balik durum/ ekmek 85-120 lira midye dolma 150 TYL -15 stk., tantuni 120-300 TYL, haviz mustafa: tiramisu 195, mado salep 130 , salep on the street 50-100, Budo ferry :eminonu -mudnaya/ bursa 230 one way ticket, bosphorus tour to Anadolu Kavagi 120 round trip, iskender kebab sirkeci 320, türkisch caffe 70-80 TYL, kastanye 120 TYL 120 gram, cooked corn 30 TYL, exchange rate 1 euro = 33 TYL, everything has become 100% more expensive in two years, not only entrance tickets to the museum but also food. street food costs 5-8 euros, lunch 10-15 euros in a budget restaurant ,in lokantasi soup/appetizer, main course, dessert 10-15 euro....only public transport is still cheap.

@farisal-salihi3780 25 күн бұрын

The cost of tourism has grown so much that Turkey is on par with London, Paris and New York. Turkish government is killing the tourism industry. Imagine a family of 3 people paying 3x$285 to see the attractions only. Adding hotel, transport, food and Airplane tickets you need to apply for a big loan from the bank to come to Turkey. There are many places in Europe that are cheaper to visit.

@ElTurco_5403 21 күн бұрын

Londra paris ile aynı seviyeye gelebilir.istanbul için pahalılaşsa bile değer çünkü istanbul yaşayan bir miras ve bahsettiğiniz paris'ten ve londra'dan daha değerli bir şehir ve düşük bütçeli olmak zorunda değil.alternatifide olmayan bir şehir İstanbul.

@erhan1484 10 күн бұрын

very true

@markg155 3 ай бұрын

They know exactly what people are visiting Istanbul for, so I am not surprised having to pay for it. However compared to other cities, the prices of sights in Istanbul are totally out of the way. A day in Euro disney is cheaper. I personally believe they would make more money if they made it a bit cheaper. These prices will only lead to people making choices and not visiting certain spots, moving around to other parts of the city where it is more affordable and spending less in overall. Thanks for giving us the insight.

@sebastianmadrigal5170 3 ай бұрын

Agree. I'm traveling in April and now I have to choose which places to leave out of my plans... I wanted to go to Topkapi but I find it way too expensive... Hagia Sophia as well but I've wanted to visit it my whole life, so I'll have to pay that one

@KujieSama 2 ай бұрын

@@sebastianmadrigal5170 It's really worth to buy an Istanbul tourist e card for all major attractions and a plain card for public transportation. Saves A LOT of money.

@creativecasa8900 2 ай бұрын

Unfortunately the prices have gone up 5 folds since the past 2 years and with an inflation of 65%, the tourists are not saved from the price hikes. We have travelled to Turkey at least 7 times in the past 5 years since we live in Europe and we can already see a very big difference in the cost of everything. Some restaurants have "European prices" but the country is still amazing and people are very friendly, so I rather spend my money here than to stay on an island somewhere else. You pay for the ancient culture and outstanding landscapes and architectures.

@user-yj5xn2jq9f 28 күн бұрын

Why should it be cheap? most countrees are also not cheap to visit.

@ulrich9842 2 ай бұрын

Istanbul has become incredibly expensive. At IST airport I had to pay around 12 Euro for a large beer. Insane! Service in hotels and restaurants is not interested in hospitality but much more in using the smartphone instead. Istanbul has changed a lot to the worse. Unfortunately…

@SanTM 3 ай бұрын

Was in Istanbul last week for a few days. I think it was quite expensive for things like attractions, beers and cocktails, raki... Food was a little more cheaper for the quality, some more expensive than others but tasty. Baran Et Mangal was fantastic and very cheap for what we had. I had a clean shave and ear flaming that was 300 Lira which I thoght was cheap. A great city but with the inflation of the currency it feels like a lot of prices have gone up with it and I feel bad for the locals. As an example I think Lisbon and Bilbao was cheaper than Istanbul and with cheaper attractions Also a tip, if you think Galata Tower is too expensive, there's a cafe near it with a roof terrace that gives very similar views for a fraction of the cost. It's usually quiet and you can buy a coffee or tea at the top for very similar views. It's called Galata Konak Cafe & Restaurant

@dunjajovanovic1873 2 ай бұрын

Hi, thanks for those info. Do you maybe know taxi prices in Istanbul? Thank you

@istanbulportrait 2 ай бұрын

@@dunjajovanovic1873 There is no fixed taxi pricing in Istanbul. They work with the taximeter system. My advice to you is to call a taxi through the Uber app and make the payment as online.

@DatZortaw Ай бұрын

@@dunjajovanovic1873 Dont take taxi, use public transport.

@Remiixora 14 күн бұрын

Do you know it it’s easy to pay with card around the city? Or do you have to exchange money to get buy?

@nuzulamuharrahmi3649 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the update Bery, super helpful 👌

@aathifsanaya6798 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the update Bery. The tips you give from your videos are truly a game changer.

@BeryIstanbulTips 3 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

@TheShoukhin 2 ай бұрын

The ticket price hikes are unreal 😮!!!!!

3 ай бұрын

Those entry fees are insane 🤯 Thank you for the video though

@BeryIstanbulTips 3 ай бұрын

No problem!!

@user-yb6tk1ru6x 3 ай бұрын

I agree. The 25 euros for hagia Sophia was totally not worth it unless you are visiting for religious reasons. I was there in Jan. 30min to queue for tickets. 10min to walk around the mezzanine section we were allowed into. Would avoid this unless you are going for pray etc.

@macid786 3 ай бұрын

Free entry at Hagia Sofia in the evening

@samelmudir 3 ай бұрын

And it tripled in a couple years

@erikav2420 3 ай бұрын

much more expensive than December 2022!!!

@loriseabrook1906 7 күн бұрын

Salom new subbie! Shukran. We will be checking out more of your pins n videos because we hope inshallah to come visit later summer inshallah.

@Mantilizapita 10 күн бұрын

Practica very good❤❤❤

@Harpeia 25 күн бұрын

I've watched quite a few of your videos while preparing for my upcoming. They're more than good advertisement for your guiding business. Will definitely suggest your agency to my party :D

@chamkila911 3 ай бұрын

just came back from Istanbul Turkey, will not be going back. THE PRICES ARE INSANE.

@blackorchid963 Ай бұрын

For everything or you just mean tourist attractions because I assume you can eat quiet cheap there.

@chamkila911 28 күн бұрын

Even eating is expensive now. Each meal we had was close to $50-$60 USD.

@itsruckaswife7036 12 күн бұрын

@@chamkila911holy shiiiit are you serious ? I am going this month and was under the impression it is super cheap… apparently not : /

@serenadsa 8 күн бұрын

How much will meals for 2 people cost for around 7 days if we’re staying in Taksim?

@gabriellagirardi4741 3 ай бұрын

Thank you Bery for you info which always help us to have a more detsiled idea about prices in Turkey. Museum fees are very expensive!!😂😢😮

@svart7716 2 ай бұрын

İstanbul is breathtakingly beautiful, magnificent city. It is expensive now but it is worth it..

@massonparish1382 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for info.

@BeryIstanbulTips 3 ай бұрын

Always welcome!

@KujieSama 2 ай бұрын

It's really worth to buy an Istanbul tourist e card for all major attractions and a plain card for public transportation. Saves A LOT of money.

@sombrachibi 8 күн бұрын

I'm a foreigner living in Turkey for more than a year a half at this point. The economic struggle of this country has only gone up 10 fold and will continue to get worse. Prices of everything increase every week. For those coming to Turkey to visit, I strongly urge you to always ask about prices before you buy anything, as many times they won't bother having them written. Restaurants especially in/near touristic areas can absolutely price gouge you and in some cases add a "10% foreigner's tax" on your food bill. Look at menus with prices written. If it's not easy for tourists anymore, imagine how hard it has been on the locals.

@krlem6571 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for a very informative video as always! I agree the entrance fee are extortionate , I am considering buying the Istanbul Epass do you think its worth it?

@TravelonlineWalk 3 ай бұрын

Top, we plan to go to Marmaris in sommer

@pepa007 2 ай бұрын

Just came back from Istanbul yesterday. Yes, the prices for attractions are relatively high. But honestly, everything else is fairly cheap, bar some tourist traps. One place that is ridiculously expensive is IST airport. The food there is a shameless daylight robbery and I'm not sure how they allow that. It really puts shame on the whole Turkey.

@lbunnygordon1133 3 ай бұрын

Thank you very much was there for 10 months in 2021 to 2022 and suddenly things started doubling..it was wonderful though although some things were closed. I got reductions or free as had a years resident visa card... I stayed in hostels which expect have also risen..

@kuzeyboy 3 ай бұрын

Istanbul has completely lost it. People go to Istanbul because it's cheap and a great place - however, it is successfully. positioning itself to reduce its tourism - congratulations Istanbul!

@eminademirovic2531 3 ай бұрын

Great video as always. Thank you for sharing. I am coming to Istanbul next month :)

@BeryIstanbulTips 2 ай бұрын

Hope you enjoy it!

@AkshayaKumar-du1ki 29 күн бұрын

I visited Istanbul and a lot of other areas in Turkey (Cappadocia, Pamukkale, Ephesus) in 2015. By those standards, these prices seem sky high and almost irrational. I'm so glad I visited when I did, and worry what it means for the locals and the Afghans who had immigrated to Turkey.

@user-yb6tk1ru6x 3 ай бұрын

I was there in Jan. Topkapi palace is expensive but really worth it. lots to see. Hagia Sophia was really not worth it though. 25 euro for a 10min walk around the mezzanine area we had access to. Avoid it unless you are going to pray.

@travel_and_explore_with_bip 3 ай бұрын

Prices in Türkiye has gone up a lot!

@Eman14128 2 ай бұрын

i was in Istanbul in 2022 - these place like the Sophia was free to enter

@diramarock 3 ай бұрын

When I travelled to İstanbul about two months ago, I arrived at Sabiha Gökçen Airport and there's an option to take the Metro from the airport and then the Marmaray to get to the European Side, and I consider it much cheaper than the bus to Taksım.

@BeryIstanbulTips 3 ай бұрын

Not much difference when you have to buy the Istanbulkart plus many might want to take this option especially when having heavy luggage or even kids with them. Havabus: 121 TL but it only goes to Taksim Square. Public transportation: Istanbulkart 70 TL+ 18 TL metro + 40 Marmaray + metro to Taksim 18 TL or tram to Sultanahmet 18 TL= 146 TL But I’d also opt for the public transportation when traveling light and in rush hours, the best option for sure.

@diramarock 3 ай бұрын

@@BeryIstanbulTips Considering the price of Istanbul kart, you're right. Thanks for the vídeo, it's so helpful. I hope going back to Türkiye someday.

@hkhkhk654321 3 ай бұрын

I just recently been to Istanbul. First of all thank you for this channel for the useful tips. I only paid for Basilica Cistern's entrance. It's magical and I have seen nothing like that. I went to many mosque and bazaar with no entry. I took ferry instead of Boshphorus tour. If the entry fee is any less I woulda certainly visited more, especially the palaces. Tho this allowed me to spend more time to chill, enjoy the amzing food, drink, and some shopping. Things are cheaper compared to my recent stay in Dubai, and visit to other parts of Europe. Designer lables is also a lot cheaper (15%-20%+) than MENA, Asia, and the US.

@originalrbp2869 2 ай бұрын

In Istanbul as I write this and I can say that I havent even bothered to pay for these "attractions"...Read the real reviews of most of these places by sorting by lowest rating first. One thing they havent got right here is how to look after tourists and make them feel welcome and appreciated....they are happy to charge tourists 5x more than they charge locals and from reading the reviews and also my own experience they Turkish people that work in these tourist attractions have no interest or training in making the experience good one for the tourists.

@fatmirenezirimustafi4214 Күн бұрын

I was before three weeks and, I am Shocked!!😫 Istanbul is my favorite destination, but I am disappointed with the prices

@evyj9261 3 ай бұрын

Basilica Cistern was the only place i went that i paid entrance fee. Yes im Cheap 😂, i dont want to pay more just to see the palace boat cruise.. i cant sit by the port and watch. Im glad Hagia Sophia was free last Oct.

@hasankhan4508 2 ай бұрын

Hey Bery, How is visiting Istanbul on the Eid holidays ? What places are open? Grand Bazaar?

@swankyspoon 3 ай бұрын

Thanks! So useful! I am going in 2025!

@BeryIstanbulTips 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@bortu 2 ай бұрын

Individual prices are really high but keep in mind that tourists can buy muzekart to enter all these for around 105 euros. So it’s a bit affordable for someone who wants to visit many museums. Also there is a 165 euro option, that is valid for all Turkiye.

@anluxem7876 3 ай бұрын

I visit Istanbul every year. Prices have definitely increased, especially the food and tourist sites. I would highly recommend Top Kapi palace, don’t miss it.

@BeryIstanbulTips 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@-nf9vt 6 күн бұрын

Immersive translate will work out as a translator for any foreign language. It will help during foreign countries travel.

@nelsonsousa6999 2 ай бұрын

ISTAMBUL é tudo bom!!.., Cidade ESPETACULAR!!!😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

@AbbasMKhalil 3 ай бұрын

Holy moly! The entrance prices has increased so drastically since I last visited back in 2021. I paid like fraction of what the prices are now in 2024. They really upped their prices to milk the tourists. I hope rest of Turkey hasn't increased their prices like Istanbul. There's a lot more cities and places to visit across Turkey then Istanbul. In my experience Istanbul was at the bottom of the list of place I would visit again. Adaba, Izmir, Trabzon are way better than Istanbul and show more of the cultural side and heritage of the Turkish people.

@flight714 2 ай бұрын

Crazy prices. Hope it doesn't affect tourism and harm even more the locals who needs to deal with inflation/rise cost of living.

@abes2758 11 күн бұрын

Am I the only one who is wondering why you guys think are excessive? $28 dollars is not a lot 😂 that seems cheap to me

@mohamadshaffiqishak 3 ай бұрын

B4 eat..Check the menu for the range price.. make sure the waiter can speak simple english or we can speak simple turkish word.. upon payment, make sure all price on the bills clear for each menu which has been served and eaten..and then pay. Be careful for some restaurant with no price tag

@m-j5630 2 ай бұрын

They also add services charge to tourists only! This isn't mentioned verbally or on the menus. What's ironic is they don't really provide a good service and then add that to the bill.

@NJR367 23 күн бұрын

Wow the rates are so high just to visit those historical places. Pass

@hafsatahir6966 3 ай бұрын

Can you give details about the istanbul pass??? Is it worth spending money on??

@kristofferkellinsalmi 6 күн бұрын

You are a real business woman, thank you for your guidelines! ℰ⋆‿⋆ℰ

@vernond3515 2 ай бұрын

I am visiting at the end of the month, how much should I take in cash for the 10 days? Is card payment widespread in Istanbul or is it a cash society?

@blackorchid963 Ай бұрын

Mother of Jesus, why is so expensive to pay for all those places? Who would pay 25 euros to see Agia Sophia? It’s insane. Turkey is expensive, I th8nk is only cheap if you go for some places to eat food maybe local or whatever , to not mention that the tourist places they always try to rip you off

@BeryIstanbulTips Ай бұрын

Well, plenty of people are paying for Hagia Sophia and instead of reducing visitors we have seen a huuuge line lately. Whoever wants to visit will pay for it, it all depends why you are visiting Istanbul, if is for history and to learn more about it, then is a place that one should visit for sure. If is just for the IG photo, then never mind :)

@blackorchid963 Ай бұрын

@@BeryIstanbulTips it's way too expensive to pay for a mosque z it should be free , but of course its a rip off. I rather go to the free and nicer one , don't know the name right now. Because if you pay for all those tourist attractions you end up paying so much its insane. Of course I go for history and culture , but I guess everyone knows their budget and what is worth paying for or not.

@BeryIstanbulTips Ай бұрын

You may do whatever you find suitable for you 😉

@-KaiserSoze 15 күн бұрын

As an Turkish Canadian and been in Istanbul last year Your information perfectly accurate and necessary to get to know specifically about the Istanbul card for every public transportation you need that card and load in it don’t forget it 😂😂 Transportation from airport or from places to airport is good info too and pretty cheap for long ride the havish or what they call it awesome to know about it stations

@MBernardo63 3 ай бұрын

Venham a Lisboa ver o que é caro😊

@michiboipalaboi3256 2 ай бұрын

Hi we are visiting istanbul on June, for 5 days. What are the best places to visit in 5 days and where should i go for cheap but quality designer bag shopping. Any store recommendation?Thank you

@EgwHmmyToFws 2 ай бұрын

Just came back from a week in Istanbul .. accomodation is normal to cheap .. super markets are normal to cheap .. transportation cheap. Everything else .. is a huge tourist trap and really expensive. Food .. shops.. gift shops .. the bazaar.. sightseeing.. hammam .. coffee.. drinks.. street food

@maierrrrr 2 ай бұрын

because of these prices i had to cut off my list: -Dolmabahce Palace -Topkapi -Maidens Tower; Galata tower is under renovation right now, so it is not accessible. However, i strongly suggest you to visit: -Arter (3€) -Naval Museum (6€) -Archeological Musesum (10€)

@MyCommunityCreative Ай бұрын

There are still great places to eat for a reasonable price in Istanbul.But I am glad I did all the tourist attractions in previous trips. I think it is worth venturing outside of Sultanamet and Beyogu to get better prices and still amazing food and experience. Can"t wait to go back.

@garidilouaymohamed3079 3 ай бұрын

please can you make a new video about cost of living in turkey in 2024 after the rise of minimum wage ?

@raufahmad38 24 күн бұрын

I am currently in istanbul, turkey is very expressive now, you need 2500 lira per day including normal hotel+food+ local traveling, perfumes and smoking vapes are very expressive, food in some areas are very expressive like faith, eminonu area, my recommendation is choose European side for hotel booking if you have low budget

@zackosman8264 10 күн бұрын

Hi. I love your videos. They are interesting and informative. Do you conduct personal tours? Or do you perhaps have access to personal guided tours of Istanbul? Kindly let me know. I would like to visit Istanbul by the end of June inshallah.

@BeryIstanbulTips 7 күн бұрын

Hello! Everything related to our tours can be done through our official website or by Whatsapp. We have official guides in English. Our team will help you with all the information about our private circuits and costs through the WhatsApp number that I share below, greetings! www.remindertour.com +90 535 793 84 33

@jianqiang1985 3 ай бұрын

I went to Istanbul in mid January 2024. Have to say the prices varies. Prices are steep in tourist area but low further from it. If you at near Hagia Sophia area, you can have lunch and dinner at Fatih Belediyesi, walking distance from Hagia Sophia. Local prices.

@plantkingdom6880 2 ай бұрын

March 19, 2024 Your videos have been an amazing help in planning our trip to Istanbul. Thank you. I want to bring to your attention hoping that you might know what to do with this situation: There is a dog who is injured. It has a huge wound at it's lower belly. It is hanging around Hagia Sophia on the concrete with people walking around it. Do you know some animal welfare organization that could help it? It tears my heart to see this poor dog. Perhaps the Vet-Bus mobile clinic can be contacted by locals who live around there? I understand that there is also the municipality that has the responsibility for the stray dogs and cats. I am seeing dogs that are not in good health or condition in Istanbul; sadly. :( This dog is a medium to large dog and is white with black ears and a splash of black pattern by it's neck area. It's looking at everyone for help but no one seems to notice it, sadly:( I'm praying that someone will read this comment and feel moved to do help this dog somehow. Thanks!🐈‍⬛🐈‍⬛🐈🐈 💔

@lipingzeng4884 3 ай бұрын

What local app to use to find good restaurants?

@syedahmed9651 8 күн бұрын

I spent about 1200-1300 lira on a 7 night holidays with family in 2016. They increased the prices 10 times now.

@user-ov8ut7xd1v 3 ай бұрын

Those museum fees 😮 Is it more interesting to take the 5-day museum pass? What is its price in 2024 ?

@l33t07 Ай бұрын

Prices are insane and absolutely not reasonable in April 2024! Everything is the same price or more expensive than in Germany even. We're staying in Kadiköy (the 'budget, much more affordable' option) and you feel like everyone is trying to rob your money 😢

@istanbulportrait 28 күн бұрын

Do not forget that Istanbul is a metropolis with 20 million people. Millions of people go to some destinations and be sure that many Turkish citizens pay the same amount as you. It's expensive for you, but not for some Turks.

@vassilissolachidis1199 2 ай бұрын

Think that Louvre museum costs 22 euro and versailles 21 euro. Also, it seems that in Istanbul there are no family tickets. So multiplying everything by 4 ... it's insane.

@istanbulportrait 2 ай бұрын

You don't have to enter. Have fun with the Louvre Museum.

@sayedsayed2635 8 күн бұрын

Just returned, yesterday. For a dinner, budget at least £35 per person, 1 soft drinkk.Taxis charge fair, but ask high bakshish

@haniaj2023 3 ай бұрын

The attractions fees to me are insane...glad that i did all the attractions on my last trip. But definitely will want to visit again in the future....but I'll skip the tourist sites and be a traveler instead.

@teamr0ckit 3 ай бұрын

Ditto. I saw everything last September/October and so glad I did. The prices are getting a bit ridiculous. My next trip to Istanbul will just be seeing more of the city and living more like a local.

@haniaj2023 3 ай бұрын

@@teamr0ckit yep do live like local...i was there for 2 months back in jan-feb 2022. Live in a charming rustic area called Balat in istanbul. Gonna be my wishlish place to live much longer in few years time...hopefully.

@bananaskin7962 2 ай бұрын

I'd like to know more about the cost of a glass of wine or beer, cay or a meal at lokantasi please. The entrance fees to those major tourist attractions can be more easily checked but everyday essentials such as eating out etc would be more useful. Thanks.

@BeryIstanbulTips Ай бұрын

Check our food videos 🤷🏻‍♀️ we have tons of them with prices. Everything cannot be mentioned in one single video

@l33t07 Ай бұрын

Small cay 44tl and a beer 80 tl yesterday

@yasabc7284 2 күн бұрын

Hello Bery! If I only want to go pray at Hagia Sophia mosque (since I’m a Muslim) do I still need to pay the entrance ? 🤨

@sethchristeverlastinggodki3819 Ай бұрын

I arrived in Istanbul yesterday. Booked the trip 4 months ago. Yes I am also overwhelmed by the prices here. It is on par with the prices in Australia 😞

@istanbulportrait 28 күн бұрын

Welcome to the city of 20 million people. Millions of people a day want to go to popular destinations in Istanbul and have an experience, and unfortunately, only privileged people with money can have an experience.

@user-tp1fh8zv4u 25 күн бұрын

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@swissfoodie3542 28 күн бұрын

I was in Istanbul in 2021, and will be returning this autumn. Its crazy how much the prices have gone up. It was too cheap in 2021, but now, its too expensive in my opinion for the attractions. Paying to visit a mosque (Hagia Sophia) seems very wrong to me. No matter what religion we are, we should never have to pay to visit a place of worship.

@istanbulportrait 28 күн бұрын

main door opens 30 minutes before prayers. If you are going to pray, you can enter and pray for free 30 minutes in advance.

@ImamHuzaifa96 3 күн бұрын

Why is there a difference in price for the cistern for day and night?

@Ishan716 2 ай бұрын

Are these prices reflected all over Turkey, such as in the other popular tourist cities, or just in Istanbul?

@Z4r4kiKenpachi Ай бұрын

All over tourist cities.But Istanbul on another level.House prices are the major reason behind these things.Cost of houses went x4 compared to 2021.Everything followed it.For example i was earning 700 euro in 2019 now i work for more than 2000 euro.But i feel poor.Purchasing power went down.

@noushrab 10 күн бұрын

Can we pay by card at Galata Tower?

@ekaterinegetsadze4158 3 ай бұрын

Thanks god i have visited all these places before numerous times, these prices are just insane and not relatable at all...

@samelmudir 3 ай бұрын

Yes. I'm glad I got to see the sights when they were under $10 and restaurant prices were half

@janchris1102 10 күн бұрын

these days, you must pay alot! everything for foreigners have tripled, entrance ticket for example for the underground water reservoir is 30$ and children above 6 years old pays the same price as adult, that is pretty absurd for a 15 minutes sightseeing place

@StefanSredojevic 2 ай бұрын

Transportation cheep, accomodation normal. All others like Barcelona prices. Madrid is cheeper.

@sbring00able 3 ай бұрын

I had to unsub to your channel - I am back though lol - not because I don't like it, but because I was unable to move to Istanbul last year as planned, and didn't want any 'triggers' 🤣 Looks like I might have another chance this September though - though not to Istanbul, but Ankara - which I know is no Istanbul according to others, but nethertheless the opportunity is better than previously . On a separate note: wow some of those prices - for the more popular sights - are quite high! Great video nevertheless!

@BeryIstanbulTips 3 ай бұрын

Oh, no!! But I’m glad you’re back 🫶🫶

@TM-qj4yr Ай бұрын

These attractions are way too expensive. I will just walk around and take tours instead of going these over priced attractions.

@dianaqura-uu6pt Ай бұрын

So tickets mainly for Christian attractions

@v.n.4276 3 ай бұрын

Do you recommend the museum pass for Istanbul? At 2500 TL it seems like a good deal to access 10 museums?

@BeryIstanbulTips 3 ай бұрын

Muzekart is not valid in all museums. It is only valid at Galata Tower (600 TL), Topkapı Palace (1500 TL), Maiden's Tower (550 TL), and a few other museums that are not frequently visited by tourists. Does not make a lot difference. You can see the museums here: muze.gov.tr/urun-detay?CatalogNo=WEB-MSP01-05-008

@xuy98xuy98 2 ай бұрын

Get Turkey Museum Pass for 165 Euro if you are going to other places. Am I right @BeryIstanbulTips?

@JediMasterJazz 3 ай бұрын

Those prices are a rip off.

@bruker14 3 ай бұрын

Some people are damn rude here. Very hard to communicate. In and around touristy area they speak nice.. Some people are patient some gets agitated if you ask them twice. Transportation is very good food no doubt osum. Overall It's a mixed feelings when warmth and hospitality of people here.

@gregperez919 Ай бұрын

Longer story short: it’s all relative. If you can afford to visit Türkiye you can afford whatever the cost. No different than any other tourist attraction in the world. Paris, London, Venice, whatever. I will say this video talks only of Istanbul’s higher costs. But just visit the areas where the locals go and anywhere else besides Istanbul, you will find it far far less expensive. Visiting Istanbul is like visiting Jerusalem, Athens, and Rome. The historical significance is unmatched. Go big or stay home.

@ElTurco_5403 21 күн бұрын

Mantıklı bir yorum yapmışsınız.bir kişi demişti istanbul'da fiyatlar konaklama neredeyse londra paris'e yaklaştı.bahsettiği şehirler istanbul ile kıyaslanamaz.onlardan yüksek olması gerekirken istanbul'da bedavanın bedavası olsun istiyorlar.etik olmayan yorumlar görüyorum.istanbul'da gezeyim ama bologna'da bir otelle aynı fiyat olsun istiyorlar bu resmen bir ayıp.

@user-wz6xr7eq2g 3 ай бұрын

Long story short: travelers should not consider Turkey as a budget travel destination; I can guarantee they won't feel welcome.

@AbbasMKhalil 3 ай бұрын

The way the prices of things are in Istanbul, it is definitely no longer a budget travel destination.

@fatimaabid5824 3 ай бұрын

@@AbbasMKhalilit is actually still budget friendly comparatively, because of the devaluation of TL . I went with two of my friends in July 2023 and we were able to do sightseeing ( Topkappi, Dolmabache, Galata Tower, Hagia Sophia and Blue mosque, Bosporous cruise) plus great food and travel by metro and buses for 1 week at about 250 USD each which IMO is quite reasonable.

@CIHANOZEL-ij6vd 3 ай бұрын

55M visited this year

@CIHANOZEL-ij6vd 3 ай бұрын

Siz araplar belli bölgere gittiğiniz için Türkiye'ye sadece arap turist geliyor sanıyorsunuz. Türkiye İstanbul ve Trabzonda ibaret değildir ve turizm gelirinin büyük bölümünü deniz turizimi karşılar

@darimae149 3 ай бұрын

Is Lira required for entrance fees at tourist attractions or is credit card available?

@ItsYashu 2 ай бұрын

so If I go to Hagia sophia to pray AND Take pictures its alright no ?

@zaidaqaisar6928 2 ай бұрын

Its fine you can take pics

@YulianaConner 3 күн бұрын

euro is so high in 2024 😯

@juney3255 3 ай бұрын

hi berry....merhaba....i just come back from istanbul..istanbul is really nice place...my family and i really enjoyed our holiday from 13-26 January..now i am back in Malaysia...i really miss the food i turkeye....and one of them is simmit....i really miss simmit....it was so yummy when we ate and dipped them in hot coffee during cold winter... i love simmit...Berry ...can u buy for me some simmits and send them via courrier to Malaysia....? i will pay for the cost,,,

@m-j5630 2 ай бұрын

Simmit is dry and hard like a rock!

@Sperry411 2 ай бұрын

😅

@PipinhoSnow 2 ай бұрын

@michaelfisher7170 9 күн бұрын

Short answer. Too expensive for me. Would I like to visit? Trip of a lifetime! Will I ever? No.

@mehmetdurmaz2156 3 ай бұрын

But what about the muzekart isn’t it 2500 TL ?

@BeryIstanbulTips 3 ай бұрын

Muzekart is not valid in all museums. It is only valid at Galata Tower (600 TL), Topkapı Palace (1500 TL), Maiden's Tower (550 TL), and a few other museums that are not frequently visited by tourists. Does not make a lot difference. These are the museums it is valid for: muze.gov.tr/urun-detay?CatalogNo=WEB-MSP01-05-008

@m-j5630 2 ай бұрын

NOT WORTH IT

@NomiSan521 3 ай бұрын

The entrance fees are extortionate, this is very off putting.

@BeryIstanbulTips 3 ай бұрын

Unfortunately main attractions are quite expensive 😞

@user-yb6tk1ru6x 3 ай бұрын

Worth going just to visit the city. And then just go to topkapi palace and then the free activities e.g grand bazaar, blue mosque.

@erikav2420 3 ай бұрын

much more expensive than on December 2022 @@BeryIstanbulTips

@NomiSan521 3 ай бұрын

@@user-yb6tk1ru6x Yes, I will limit myself to one or two paid attractions, the rest of the time i will be eating :)

@m-j5630 2 ай бұрын

It's a shame.

@o6ina Ай бұрын

Sorry to say that, but I think Turkey is shooting itself in the foot with these fees. Especially, since the country relies so much on tourism.

@istanbulportrait 28 күн бұрын

In fact, it is not so dependent on tourism anymore. Azerbaijan and Iraq became the only countries selling their gas and oil to Europe. In addition, it generates high amounts of income from high-tech defense industry and civilian industry products. Türkiye doesn't care much about tourism anymore, it's a mentality that those who can afford it should come.

@shahidarshad7397 2 ай бұрын

Turkey is still inexpensive as compared to NY , Dubai or Tokyo

@ummira7202 3 ай бұрын

Please can you talk about tourist sim cards fees

@m-j5630 2 ай бұрын

At the airport you will pay a 2000TRY about £60 that's really expensive. My advice is to buy from taksim or other local places. But bare in mind you need data as soon as you land for navigation maps ect. If you know how to get to your hotel by metro you will be fine to purchase sim card later.

@id6113 Ай бұрын

Prices expensive

@thegreatneess 3 ай бұрын

how much does it cost to smoke hookah in bar / cafe ? in ISTANBUL

@FormedemonCoeur 3 ай бұрын

About 8-10 USD

@muhendiseksper7026 24 күн бұрын

Türkiye is not cheap for europeans.🇹🇷🇹🇷🇹🇷

@user-rx6kx9zy9n 3 ай бұрын

So what is the budget for 4 days?

@BeryIstanbulTips 3 ай бұрын

Hi! You can do your own calculation with the approximate fees I’ve given :)

@user-rx6kx9zy9n 3 ай бұрын

@@BeryIstanbulTips Is credit card accepted? and how much is an uber ride from IST to Sultanhemet?

@istanbulportrait 2 ай бұрын

@@user-rx6kx9zy9n avarage 750 Turkish Lira

@m-j5630 2 ай бұрын

@@user-rx6kx9zy9nbe very careful, even Uber drivers scam you and will tell you they aren't able to pick you up from the location the app advices you to go to. The driver will tell you to walk 10 minutes outside of the airport! I would advise you to take the metro depending on what time you land.