Top 10 tips for traveling in Turkey

January 25, 2019

Traveling in a foreign country is a great and exciting adventure but with a certain amount of uncertainty connected to it. You need to know a few things about Turkey before you travel to this beautiful country and save yourself from the stress so that you can enjoy your time in Turkey with peace. Take note of some of these things which you should be aware of before arriving in Turkey. It surely will be making your travel more joyous adventurous. Here are top 10 tips that you should know before you fly in Turkey.

Transfer to and from Airport

This is one of the most important of the top 10 tips that we can share with you. Remember that taxis are not your only option when you are leaving the airport or traveling to any destination. Remember that for airport travel, you can always opt for the shuttle bus service.

You can also rent a car or hire a private transfer service which is a more comfortable option at a very reasonable price. It can not only take care of your airport commute but it can also take you to any place Istanbul or other cities. Choose your ideal ride after a lot of research.

Handling Communication in Turkey

You can bring cellphones into the country and can use them without Istanbul Kart for Getting around Istanbulregistration for 120 days but it will be blocked. If you want to avoid that, then don’t worry you can quickly sign-up for pre-paid cell phone operator either from the airport kiosks or shops in all tourist areas.

Istanbul Kart is an ID card for the public transportation that also takes care of your payment around Istanbul. It is pre-paid and can easily be rechargeable is an asset when traveling around Istanbul and avoiding the traffic congestion. The card is valid for metros, ferries, funiculars, and tramways. It can be purchased online or at any one of the major transit stations.

Visiting Museum with Museum Pass

If you are into history and want to visit Museum then you need to get your hands on the Museum Pass. It is offered to both foreigners and locals and can be purchased online or from the main attractions.

The card is valid for 5 days and you can visit all the famous places like Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapı Palace Museum and Harem Apartments, Istanbul Archaeological Museums, Istanbul Mosaic Museum, Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts, Museum for the History of Science and Technology in Islam, Chora Museum, Galata Mevlevi House Museum, Yıldız Palace, Rumeli Hisar Museum and Fethiye Museum. The pass clock starts when you use it for your free museum visit. You can click to the Museum Pass website.

Currency Exchange and Money

Currency in Turkey is Turkish lira. When you are traveling to Turkey, it would be good if you can hold on to your dollars or euros as much as you can and only exchange the currency that you have to use.

Currency can be exchanged from airport kiosks, banks or shops in the old city. Be sure to check the rate before purchasing liras. It is a volatile exchange rate and you can get more liras if you are smart about the conversion rates.

Just try to be careful and safe with exchanging the currency. The government has installed ATM machines all across the major tourist spots and you can get currency exchange at a reasonable rate. You just need to alert your bank before making any transactions.

Dressing According to the Culture

Turkey is a Muslim majority country and is a promotes liberal setting. But still, the majority of the women wear their scarfs. If you are planning to the east side of Turkey then it is better to be conservative in your clothing approach.

Also while visiting the mosque or other religious sites don’t forget to be respectful to them.

Indulging in Food Experience

Food is one of the main highlights in Turkey and you need surely try all the famous foods when traveling in Turkey. You need to familiarize yourself with famous foods like breakfast consisting of tomatoes, cucumber, boiled eggs, etc.

Also try simit, sesame bagel, fresh fish sandwiches which are more budget food options. Be careful, when you are dining in a restaurant and make sure that you have been charged correctly.

Squat toilets and toilet paper

You will be able to find the standard western toilets in most of the public places but you might come across a few squat toilets. Research about them before you are traveling to this country.

Most Turkish restaurants have water in addition to toilet papers. But for being prepared it is best to have them as handy.

Rent a Car

As long as you have a driving license and a passport you can hire a car. Your own country driving license is sufficed and you would not require an international driving permit. But it is better to check with your hire car company. Be sure to follow the rules else you will have to pay hefty fines.

Tax Refund in Shopping

All the prices include 18 percent tax in Turkey. If you are non-resident in Turkey and stay in the country for less than six months than you can refund over TL 108 at the airport when leaving Turkey.

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Top 10 tips for traveling in Turkey

Transfer to and from Airport

Handling Communication in Turkey

Visiting Museum with Museum Pass

Currency Exchange and Money

Indulging in Food Experience

Squat toilets and toilet paper

Rent a Car

Tax Refund in Shopping

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