Getting around in Istanbul

Synopsis

Before visiting Istanbul, it’s best to get acquainted with its public transportation system, as it makes it easy to get around. Choose between a vast network of trams and metro trains which are a good alternative to the congested … Read more

Before visiting Istanbul, it’s best to get acquainted with its public transportation system, as it makes it easy to get around. Choose between a vast network of trams and metro trains which are a good alternative to the congested roads, or opt for cheaper cabs that traverse across the length and breadth of the city, or get into a public bus on your route (to take in what’s it like to travel by the most common mode of transportation of the city), or take a ferry ride for a scenic journey through the city. Here’s a guide that elaborates on these mode of commuting that are available in the city of Istanbul. Read less