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The pick of Istanbul.
The 15 most popular turkish bath & hammam experiences in Istanbul. A short list of the ones worth planning a day around, with prices, run times and who to book with.
Private Turkish hamam in Istanbul’s Old City with scrub, foam massage, steam and sauna, plus optional massage and tea. $53 pp.
Most Popular“Kind staff and relaxing massage. I would do it again!”
Pamper yourself at Istanbul’s private hamam: sauna, foam massage, optional facial and massage at a Hilton Sirkeci spa. From $59.
“I honestly booked this because I knew my husband would appreciate the massage and relaxation. I was incredibly surprised at how much I loved this as well. It was such a unique and fun experience having a Turkish foam bath and massaged from head to toe. If you’re on the fence about this activity, I…”
Step into a centuries-old Istanbul hammam for a full Turkish ritual, optional add-ons, and tea afterward, with same-gender privacy choices.
“What an experience. You get to be a Sultan for a few hours. As an American man the thought of another man giving me a scrub down and massage was unsettling. We looked at some of the couples options where we could get the experience together, but decided to go with the traditional Hamman. The…”
Istanbul’s Acemoglu Hammam: clay mask, kese scrub, foam wash, and an optional 30-minute massage. Old City, 45–80 minutes.
“Very happy with my bath… good value for a private session and massage The young lady who did both was very good.”
Visit Istanbul’s 1475 Gedikpasa Hammam for a classic Turkish bath ritual, plus optional private Halvet add-on for more comfort and privacy.
“I have a good time!! Our body feels relax. Therapists were good for us. I recommend my friends in Japan! Thank you.”
Visit the 18th-century Cagaloglu Hammam in Istanbul’s Old City for kese scrub, foam massage, and tea in separate men’s and women’s sections.
“I had a wonderful experience. It is worth the money, I left so relaxed. It is a wonderful cultural experience in a historic and elegant Turkish bath. I would go again tomorrow if i could”
Private Turkish bath in Taksim with foaming scrub, optional massage, sauna, and pool time for $53—clean, professional, and soothing.
“We really enjoyed ourselves! The hamam experience was fabulous and our massages were excellent.”
A luxury Turkish hamam near Hagia Sophia with a kese scrub, warm marble bubble wash, clay mask, and optional aromatherapy massage plus fruit and sherbet.
“It was a wonderful experience of an authentic Turkish bath, felt very luxurious. We felt spoilt, pampered and totally relaxed after the treatment. For the price we should have had longer would be my only grumble”
Turkish hammam in Istanbul’s Old City: kese scrub, foam, sauna and steam, with public or private VIP rooms in a 5-star hotel.
“This was the most relaxing wonderful way to end our vacation. my muscles feel loose, my skin feels soft and baby smooth, and i just feel so relaxed and at ease. excellent first Hammam experience, i can't wait to come back!”
Ağa Hamamı in Beyoğlu lets you experience a traditional Turkish bath with foam scrubbing, optional massage, and tea in a historic setting.
“Turkish bath is a must if you are in Turkey. My friend and I had a wonderful experience. The place and staff were terrific. The service is the best, and they ensure at all times that you have an unforgettable experience.”
Private Turkish hammam in Taksim at Radisson Blu Harbiye with kese scrub, foam massage, optional aromatherapy body and head massage.
“It was outstanding service for that price, comparing to others. Everybody was professional and polite, we even got VIP room for free. Spent half an hour in sauna and then got great hammam experience, with massage, foam etc. Totally worth it, and best price out there.”
Step into a 15th-century Istanbul hamam at Acemoglu. Choose public, semi-private, or private options with clay mask, kese, and foam.
“Très belle expérience ! Très détendue après. Sonia et sa collègue on su jouer de leur rôle de masseuses dans l'art du bain turc !”
VIP Turkish bath in Istanbul with free transfers: sauna, steam, peeling scrub, foam massage, plus optional oil massage, reflexology, face care.
“Very nice & relaxing! My husband really wanted to do this, but I was worried about exposure, as I am a very modest person. Turns out I didn’t need to worry, as they were very careful to make sure I was covered and comfortable with what they were doing. The time was a little later…”
Step into Cagaloglu Hammam’s Ottoman marble world for a foam massage, scrub, and tea finish in Istanbul’s Old City.
“We had a fabulous time at the Hamam, so clean, so caring, so professional…. Our treatment was at 5pm , what we did not realise was there was a restaurant attached to the hamman which we initially thought would be a tourist rip off and although more expensive than your average restaurant was totally worth…”
Ottoman-style hammam in Sisli with hot rooms, kese scrub, foam bath, optional aromatherapy and head massage, plus tea.
“It was a really nice experience, the reception and guides were really helpful and kind. It was a good experience and I’d really recommend it.”
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