based on 281 experiences from female travelers
Elnara
Azerbaijan
It was quite nice, very loud, everyone is busy, big city, European part was just like Baku 2x, Asian part was very interesting, Bosphorus was beautiful, transportation via water is something i will always come back for.
Posted: June 18, 2026Experienced: April, 2025Tamara
United Kingdom
Hi everyone, I'm a bit late writing this as my trip was in March but thought I'd give some feedback as other people's posts helped me when I planned my trip. *Shuttle airport to/from Istanbul* There's Havaist and Havabus. Havaist is for European side (Istanbul Airport) and Havabus for Asian side (Sabiha Gokcen) I used Havaist - there are different routes to choose from. You can buy the ticket with the driver. They accept cards. It cost me 426 TRY (paying by card, in lira) On the way to...
Posted: June 18, 2026Experienced: March, 2026Dilan
Turkey
Tunceli is one of the small but very strong-charactered cities located in the east of Turkey, standing out with its nature, tranquility, and unique culture. I am sure that its mountains, ice-cold spring waters, and peaceful atmosphere will impress everyone.
Posted: May 25, 2026Dilan
Turkey
Definitely a city that must be visited. It will enchant everyone with its nature and food, and you'll also have an enjoyable holiday thanks to its activities. Since it's often a rainy region, if you take precautions, you'll have a better vacation, but for me, it was very, very enjoyable. The air is so clean🥰
Posted: May 25, 2026Based on 978 reports
Based on 978 reports
i would say moderate in general, some places are extremely safe some place are extremely unsafe (especially in the night), istanbul is like a country itself, it includes many different lifestyles and cultures
Posted: June 13, 2026if you’re traveling alone, as a woman, just try not to make a eye contact at night, especially after midnight around Beyoglu area because there are lots of unreliable men and trans sex workers. despite that the city is safe, just try not to get scammed by taxi drivers
Posted: June 11, 2026Ecem
I think Ankara is generally a safe city. Personally, I’ve never had any issues when going out at night. Of course, there are some areas that are better to avoid, which I myself haven’t been to. But I believe every city has certain places like that, both at night and during the day.
Posted: June 10, 2026It is a chaotic city. I love it here but it is better to be careful any time especially at night. There are pick-pockets around Taksim. It’s better to use apps for calling taxi. Don’t trust anyone - noone knows nobody here.
Posted: June 4, 2026Beyza
Diyarbakir
7 days
Hey, I’m Beyza. I’m 19, obsessed with traveling, and currently on a mission: 19 countries before I turn 20. I’m spending my gap year exploring the world while collecting ideas for my future social enterprise. Yes, I travel like I’m running a field research project. In September 2026, I’m planning to start university in either Italy or the US. I love meeting new people, spontaneous plans, getting lost (and then pretending it was part of the plan), and analyzing every city like a case study. Ig: Wispybeyza
Zehra
Batman
3 days
I was born in the US. I grew up mostly in Turkiye and I’ve traveled across the country. I’ve lived abroad too. I have travelled many times . I travel abroad every year especially for my birthday in January. So far, I have been to many European countries. I’m a full time teacher currently working in Batman, a historical gem! I spend summers traveling and doing my hobbies, like archery and paragliding . I love animals and I have a blind cat named Patchy
Serra
Denizli
2 days
hi, im vegetarian. loving animals. loving people and stories. have a nice life <3 u can find me on @Hold_for_applause or @_pachavra_ instagram
Umay
Istanbul
2 days
Hi, girls! I'm a legal intern on my way to becoming a lawyer and doing my master's degree in Human Rights Department now. Also studying Latin Language and Literature at Istanbul University due to my interest in ancient civilizations. I enjoy intellectual conversations, especially like history, culture, politics and literature. If you're looking for a feminist local, that's me!
Gülşah
Balikesir
3 days
Just a 24 years old, designer and illustrator girlie who likes to travel and open to different cultures. Ofc a cat person, a gemini diva, a turkish delight 🤪
Rumeysa
Istanbul
3 days
Hi! I’m Rumeysa. I live in Istanbul, but I’m currently in Lisbon for a data science internship until the end of March. If you’re around during this time, let me know!
Neva
Ballıca Mah.
3 days
Heyyy!!🥰 I am Neva, 23 years old and 4th grade dentistry studenttt🦷🦷. I live in Giresun🍒, a small city in the Black Sea🌊, and I study here. It is a city which 16 hours away from Istanbul🐈 and 10 hours away from the capital Ankara🇹🇷. I love traveling, discovering new places, meeting new people, new cultures. I did Erasmus twice in my university life!!! I have been to 8 different countries and 22 different world cities. I also have domestic travels in my spare time🥹 I have been to 24 different cities in my country. I am Turkish and as it is known, we are a very hospitable nation!😍🇹🇷❤️ Hello everyone in advance!
Zehra
Istanbul
3 days
Hello, I'm Zehra 25 years old. I guess we all love meeting new people. Discovering new places, traveling, learning about new cultures are my favorite things. If you want to do it together, I'm here.
Ayşe
Istanbul
5 days
I'm a social butterfly. I like socializing in groups where there's plenty of stimulation and drinks! I'm a regular at the CS meetings here in Istanbul and I'd love to share the good vibe with you guys too. My working schedule is kind of irregular, but I can mostly make time to accomodate you. I love to host and I hosted up to a hundred people before I moved to the suburbs from downtown. There are still some badass travellers who doesnt mind the bus ride from/to my place (Bahçeşehir), so I still have guests occasionally. I'm one of those who you feel familiar and at ease with the first minute they meet me (I keep hearing that). I'm as blunt as a Dutch person and as hospitable as any Turk can be. I like bantering a little too much and it can be overwhelming for sensitive people (ironicly I only banter with people I happen to like). Oh and I'm queer, in case that matters, and I'm not looking for dates here, so relax ;)) https://couchsurfing.page.link/uUzMq5vcGWS1vr8TA (for references..)
Seda
Istanbul
2 days
I live in Istanbul. I am 28 years old. I work at the airport and travel whenever I can. I visited 40 cities in Turkey. I'm here for more.