Are you on your way to Istanbul? For optimal comfort download Istanbul’s detailed maps and plans!
Named Byzance until 330 and renamed Constantinople by Emperor Constantin, the Turkish city of Istanbul is a city with a tumultuous past and fascinating history. Located on two continents, Europe and Asia, the city charms tourists with its wonderful architecture and its diverse culture. In addition, several areas of the city were classified as UNESCO World Heritage.
Between its souks with a thousand colors and its grandiose monuments, Istanbul offers a unique show that it would be unthinkable to miss. To be able to easily locate you in the city and fully appreciate your stay, Wanderlix offers Istanbul maps and plans.
They will help you when you arrive at the airport, the central station or the centre if you arrive by car. For each of the cards, you have the possibility to enlarge it. If you're out of Wi-Fi, then think about downloading maps & plans by right-clicking and "Save under".
General map of Turkey
Discover Istanbul located northeast of the Turkey thanks to a general plan of the country.
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Located mainly in Asia, Turkey will never cease to surprise you. Its mountain ranges, its coves with crystal clear waters and its historic cities make the beauty of this destination very popular with Western tourists.
The inhabitants of the country are of unnamed kindness and hospitality and will welcome you with pleasure. From day to night it makes good living in this country to the thousand architectural, human and cultural riches.
Istanbul General Card
In order to find out more easily in the city and facilitate your stay, find below the general map of Istanbul.
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If the Chinese people named it "the city of the cities" a few centuries ago, Istanbul still radiates as much from its unparalleled architecture. The atmosphere that reigns in the city and as warm as enchanting. Those who stop there do not return so much beauty.
This architectural magnificence attests to the rich past of Istanbul. Indeed, one day Byzance, another Constantinople, the city has always been the theatre of history and has played major roles throughout the different eras. A stroll through its narrow streets to discover the historical monuments of the city is therefore inevitable.
Detailed map of the monuments of Istanbul
After admiring the city in its generality, Wanderlix offers you to discover it more in depth thanks to the map below which details the main must-see attractions of Istanbul.
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Istanbul is full of more splendid buildings than others. The Basilica of St.Sophie, the Palace of Topkapi, the Blue Mosque or the Palace of Dolmabahçe are unmissable monuments that testify to the cultural and historical beauty of the city.
The Great Bazar is also one of the attractions you are recommended to see absolutely! Old over 500 years old, it contains no less than 60 indoor streets, 5,000 shops, restaurants, fountains, mosques and even a school. It remains one of the largest bazaars covered in the world and is populated by tourists but also by locals.
Detailed transport map in Istanbul
To optimize your stay, find below a detailed map of the Istanbul transport network.
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Istanbul enjoys a rich urban network powered by trams, metros, buses, ferries, boats... If you are planning to make many trips, don’t hesitate to get Istanbul.
It is on sale in newspaper kiosks, grocery stores or automatic metro or tram terminals. The magnetic card allows you to travel half-tariff in much of the city's public transport.
Metro map in Istanbul
Your eyes burn by observing the transport map above? No worries, we have cleaned it to offer you a simpler map showing the Istanbul metro lines.
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As you can see above, the metro is very abundant in the city. You can thus, thanks to him, move around almost everywhere in simplicity. Connecting a few must-sees, it will allow you to rest your legs after a day full of visits.
Practical infrastructure map in Istanbul (ports, airports)
Finally, find below a map of Istanbul’s main useful infrastructure.
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The majority of Western tourists leaving for Istanbul favour the plane as a means of transport. The Turkish city enjoys an airport well served by public transport. Otherwise, you can choose a ferry, also convenient to get to Istanbul.
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