Sports and leisure activities - Istanbul - Turquie in 2024

Practical information : Move & Laze around Istanbul

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Along the beaches (Moda, Florya, Bebek..), it is common to find running tracks and bicycle paths with the possibility of renting a bike on the spot. It is not advisable to swim in the Bosphorus, because the waters are polluted. However, there are some paying beaches on the Princes' Islands.

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Let yourself be tempted by a session in a hammam; choose the historical hammams that will give you a more authentic experience.

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For those who wish to sail, a boat license is required, however it is possible to rent a private boat for a few hours with captain and waiter on board.

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The Istanbul Marathon, which takes place in November, is a unique experience, as it is the only race in the world to be run on two continents. To participate, please register on the website (https://maraton.istanbul). During the month of July, the international swimming race takes place. It gathers swimmers from all over the world and consists in swimming across the Bosphorus (to participate, register on the site). Soccer is part of the daily life of Turks, to go to a match and mingle with the madness of the fans, book your place in advance on the Internet.

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Practical information : Move & Laze around Istanbul

Budget & Tips

What's very local

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Main events