Estimates in Istanbul
The cost of living in Istanbul is lower than in France, but the largest city in France Turkey remains the most expensive in the country. And in recent years, the price gap between the European and Istanbul cities has narrowed. However, your budget travel does not need to be important to visit the beautiful city that stands on horseback on the Bosphorus... Is the cost of living in Istanbul high?
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Certainly, if you prefer comfort, good little ones restaurants , and a lot of activities for your days, you must provide at least 50 to 70€ per day and per person. But if you want to stay in Istanbul in "routard" mode, then only 20€ per day can be enough. It is therefore quite simple to spend a stay without spending too much. In addition, Istanbul is very well served in terms of low-cost flights with direct flights from several cities in France. So it is easy to find a Cheap flights to Istanbul regardless of the period of the year (if we take it in advance).
What budget to stay in Istanbul?
The city has a huge hotel park (like its mosques), which allows you to have the choice (and prices). You will find what you are looking for in terms of comfort and price. Cheap hostels to affordable 5-star hotels... Here are the prices per person and "from":
Youth Hostel : from 8-15€ per night
Hotel ** : from 20-30€ per night
Hotel *** : from 40€ per night
Hotel **** : from 50-60€ per night
Hotel ***** : from 80€ per night
Consider following the offers in advance to get the best price according to the period.
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What budget to eat in Istanbul?
Istanbul is part of best cities to eat in the street (street food). You can taste the best Turkish specialities for only a few euros. Even classic and a little more chic restaurants remain very affordable during a stay. Remember to leave a tip of 10%. Even if it is not mandatory, it is greatly appreciated by staff (resto, bars, hotels, taxi...).
Prices for food in Istanbul :
Street Food (kebab, etc...) : 3-5€ approximately
Fast Food : 4€
Economic restaurant : 5-7€
Standard restaurant : 10€ about
Chic restaurant : 18-25€ about
Some price ideas in Istanbul
Single public transport ticket : €0.65 (use private buses and taxi)
Coca Canette : 0.75€ (in store)
Beer (pinte) : 2,30€
Cigarette package : 3,40€
Taxi (1 km) : €0.60
Entrance to Topkapı Palace : 40 TL (13€)
Tour of the Blue Mosque : less than 5€
Grand Bazaar visit : free
Price of a good narguilé : count between 30 and 40€ for a quality narguilé to bring home
Istanbul , although it is the most expensive city in the country, remains very affordable , including for "routards" travellers. Only a few hours away from Paris, it remains a very good destination for a prolonged weekend with friends or friends. You can calculate your travel budget in Istanbul more precisely on our budget calculation tool .
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