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It’s important to know the best time to visit Istanbul to get the most out of your time, but, the fact you’re even thinking about visiting this vibrant city is exciting—I mean, I’m excited for you; this is one of my favorite places on earth. Istanbul is packed with history and modern-day fun at the same time; you won’t be bored for a single second.
I can’t count the number of times I’ve been to Istanbul and have often stayed for a month or more at a time. My husband has family there, and we regularly go in the winter months to see them and explore. It’s one of my favorite times of the year.
As such, I’ve become quite the expert on when to go to Istanbul, what to see and do, and, of course, what to eat. It’s no surprise that most people who visit this city return eventually; it’s intoxicating on every single level, and if you’re into history, you’re sure to be blown away. But enough excitement for a second, let’s get down to the details.
Overall Best Time To Visit Istanbul
Istanbul is an all-year-round city, and you could argue that there’s no good or bad time to go. I particularly like to go when it’s colder, simply because the crowds are intense, (the traffic is on another level), and when you add heat into the equation, it can be a recipe for stress. But a lot of people love to visit in the spring and summer months when you could argue it’s more pleasant to walk around in the sunshine.
If you’re looking to save a bit of cash, November to February is a good time to visit, but avoid New Year as prices skyrocket. However, I have to admit that New Year is so much fun in Istanbul. Crowds never really abate too much no matter the time of year, but summer does tend to be busier because of the school holidays.
To find a piece of middle ground, (and to avoid the coldest temperatures), the shoulder months are the best times to visit Istanbul. I’m talking about September and October and between March and May. It might still rain, and you could get the odd chilly day, but overall it’s mild, and you can wander around and explore everything there is to offer—which is a lot.
Peak Season in Istanbul
(June- August)
As I said, every month is busy, but the peak season in Istanbul falls in the summer, between June and August. This is when Turkish schools are on vacation, along with the rest of Europe. There will be crowds at…
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