Wellness in Istanbul

Spas, thermal circuits and recovery — the slower half of a good trip.

TypeAreaExperiencePrice

Historic Hammam • $$$

A restored 16th-century Sinan-designed hammam in Karakoy offering traditional scrub and massage.

Best for: Relaxation

Historic Hammam • $$

An operating 1741 Ottoman hammam near the Grand Bazaar with separate marble sections for men and women.

Best for: History Lovers

Spa • $$$$

The Ciragan Palace Kempinski's spa, with Bosphorus-view treatment rooms and a hammam suite.

Best for: Couples

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