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Rank #18

Türkiye · Europe

Istanbul

Two continents, one unforgettable skyline

Overall score

8.32

Ranked #18 of 100 cities worldwide.

Strongest at culture.

Byzantine domes, Ottoman bazaars and ferries crossing the Bosphorus. Istanbul is a layered, generous city that rewards curiosity.

The breakdown

Food9.3
Culture9.6
Nature7.2
Nightlife8.0
Walkability7.4
Value8.4

Best time to go

April – May, September – November

Don't miss

  • Hagia Sophia
  • Ferry across the Bosphorus
  • Breakfast spread in Kadıköy