Fun activities for couples in Istanbul

Popular activities for couples in Istanbul

Istanbul Taste of Two Continents Food Tour: Spice Market & Ferry

5.5 hours

4.9
2459 reviews

$125.00

2 Day All Inclusive Cappadocia Tour from Istanbul with Optional Balloon Flight

48 hours

4.9
316 reviews

$563.28

Istanbul Guided Tour Hagia Sophia, Topkapi, Cistern with Tickets

4.5 hours

4.8
46 reviews

$106.83

Istanbuls best places private tour including pick up drop off

4 to 7 hours

4.7
536 reviews

$94.96

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Live Performance, Folk Dance and DJ

3 hours

4.5
1351 reviews

$29.14

Istanbul to Gallipoli Full Day Tour with Lunch and Transfers

17 hours

4.8
358 reviews

$113.30

Istanbul private tour with skip line tickets included

4 to 7 hours

5
22 reviews

$129.49

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3 Hours Bosphorus Boat Cruise with Stop in Asia Side

2 to 4 hours

4.5
754 reviews

$26.98

Istanbul Sunset Cruise on Luxury Yacht - Guided Group Cruise

2.5 hours

4.9
928 reviews

$21.58

Skip-The-Line:1 or 2 Days Private Istanbul Guided Tour

7 to 16 hours

4.7
35 reviews

$80.00

Istanbul Historical Tour with Guide, Lunch and Transfers

8 hours

4.4
553 reviews

$155.00

Bosphorus Cruise Boat Tour In Istanbul LIVE Guide

2 hours

4.6
312 reviews

$10.79

Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale, Cappadocia 8 Day Package

192 hours

4.9
65 reviews

$1,251.00

Istanbul: Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop

3 hours

4.9
154 reviews

$27.00

Topkapi Palace

Small Group Tour: Essential Istanbul

8 hours

4.6
681 reviews

$79.00

Turkish Food Night and Rooftop Experience Istanbul

3.5 hours

4.9
171 reviews

$65.00

1 Hour Whirling Dervish Ceremony in Istanbul

1 hour

4.6
60 reviews

$48.56

Turkish Bath Spa and Massage Experience in Taksim

1 hour

5
26 reviews

$43.16

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Turkish Dance Shows with Private Table

3 hours

4.6
104 reviews

$29.14

Stuffed mussels (Midye dolması) is the other iconic seafood-centered street food in Istanbul

Istanbul Food Tour - History and Culture of Turkish Culinary

3.5 hours

4.8
232 reviews

$97.12

Tips for couples visiting Istanbul, Turkey

When is the best time to visit Istanbul?

The best time to visit Istanbul is during the Spring months of March to May and the Fall months of September to November. These times of year provide mild and comfortable weather, ideal for sightseeing, exploring the city's attractions, and outdoor activities. Additionally, the crowds tend to be less during these months than during the summer months.

What are some fun activities for couples in Istanbul?

  • Visit the Hagia Sophia for an awe-inspiring adventure in Istanbul’s ancient history

  • Explore the Sultanahmet quarter of Istanbul to take a walk through centuries of architecture and culture

  • Visit the 600-year-old Grand Bazaar to shop for unique goods

  • Go for a boat ride on the Bosphorus to get a breathtaking view of Istanbul’s skyline

  • Discover the secret, hidden passages in the walls of Istanbul while exploring the underground city of Derinkuyu

What are some romantic date ideas in Istanbul?

  • Take a sunset cruise down the Bosphorus River

  • Visit the Hagia Sophia and take a romantic stroll around its grounds

  • Explore Mehmet Akif Ersoy Park and take in the stunning views of the city skyline

  • Take a romantic horse-drawn carriage through Sultanahmet Square

  • Picnic in Gülhane Park, nestled in the heart of the old city

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