Is Taksim Square open on Sunday?

Yes, Taksim Square in Istanbul is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including Sundays. As a major public, outdoor, and centrally located, it is always accessible to pedestrians. While specific shops in the surrounding area or on Istiklal Street may have varying, reduced Sunday hours, the plaza itself remains open.

Is everything open in Istanbul on Sunday?

Shops are usually open Monday through Saturday, with some open on Sunday as well. Both the Grand Bazaar and the Egyptian (Spice) Bazaar are open seven days a week, including on national holidays (except they close on the first day of the multi-day religious holiday periods of Ramazan and Kurban bayrams.)

Is Taksim Square open on Sundays?

No, Taksim Square is not closed on Sunday.

Is the Grand Bazaar closed on Sundays?

Yes, the Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays, as well as on the first day of religious holidays. In the Grand Bazaar, there are about 4,000 stores employing about 35,000 people, spread on 60 covered streets.

Is Sunday a working day in Istanbul?

The standard working week for offices is Monday to Friday. Supermarket and some shops open seven days a week. Those that don't usually close on Sundays.

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Where to go on Sunday in Istanbul?

Suggested Sunday itinerary

• Turkish breakfast at Van Kahvaltı Evi.
• Visit Istanbul Cat Museum.
• Have a Turkish coffee in front of Galata Tower.
• Wander around the Egyptian Bazaar.
• See Yeni Cami (New Mosque)
• Stop for tea.
• Walk along to the Fener and Balat neighbourhoods.
• Step inside the Bulgarian St. Stephen Church.

Is 200 lira a good tip in Turkey for tourists?

Yes, tipping is expected in restaurants. In small and casual eateries, rounding up the bill is enough. For example, if the bill is 190 TL, leaving 200 TL is polite. In mid-range restaurants, leaving 5–10% is common.

Is it okay to kiss in public in Istanbul?

Public displays of affection are not commonly accepted in Turkey. It's best to avoid excessive hugging or kissing in public spaces. Examples: Holding Hands: Acceptable, but avoid more intimate gestures in public.

What is Istanbul's most famous market?

The Grand Bazaar (Turkish: Kapalıçarşı, meaning 'Covered Market'; also Büyük Çarşı, meaning 'Grand Market') in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops on a total area of 30,700 m2, attracting between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily.

What is the best time to visit Taksim Square?

Best Time To Visit Taksim Square

Spring (March to May) and summer (June to August) are considered the two best seasons for tourism in Taksim.

Can you just walk into the Blue Mosque?

The Mosque is open to visitors each day of the week. It's closed to non-worshippers for 45 minutes before the call to prayer, 15 minutes afterward, and all morning on Friday until 2:30 pm, the Muslim holy day. Admission is free; donations are gratefully accepted. Here are the prayer times so you can plan your visit.

Is Turkey off on Sunday?

Working week in Turkey is from Monday thru Friday. Weekend days are Saturday and Sunday, like Europe and USA.

What's the best time to visit the bazaar?

The best time to visit the bazaar is in the morning when shops are freshly stocked, and before crowds peak.

What is considered rude in Turkish culture?

Don't make any derogatory comments about the Turkish Flag, or Kemal Atatürk, the Turkish Republic's Founding Father or in fact anything else about Turkey. It is obviously impolite and disrespectful! Don't stand with your hands on your hips or in your pockets. Don't point at someone with your finger.

Do and don'ts Istanbul?

DOs

• Respect Local Customs: Do take the time to learn and respect Turkish customs and traditions. ...
• Dress Modestly in Certain Areas. ...
• Haggle in the Bazaars. ...
• Try Turkish Cuisine: ...
• Use Common Phrases in Turkish. ...
• Don't Disrespect Religious Sites. ...
• Don't Engage in Public Displays of Affection. ...
• Don't Forget to Tip.

What is the 3-3-3 rule for outfits?

The "333 rule" in clothing refers to two popular minimalist fashion concepts: the viral TikTok trend of using 3 tops, 3 bottoms, and 3 shoes to create numerous outfits (9 items total) for styling practice, and the more extensive Project 333, where you select 33 items (including clothes, shoes, and accessories) to wear for three months, excluding essentials like underwear, workout gear, and sleepwear, to simplify your wardrobe and reduce decision fatigue. Both methods focus on versatility, quality over quantity, and creating a functional capsule wardrobe.

Do & don'ts in Turkey?

When visiting Turkey, do dress modestly (especially at religious sites), accept tea/hospitality, try local food (like baklava), bargain respectfully in markets, use right hand for eating/passing items, and remove shoes at homes/mosques; don't wear shorts in mosques, speak loudly in places of worship, show excessive public affection, drink alcohol in public, insult the Turkish flag/nation, or use your left hand for dining/passing. Be aware of surroundings, especially regarding scams and sensitive topics like politics or religion.
 

What is Istanbul famous for shopping?

What to buy in Istanbul, the largest shopping centre in the world

• Carpets. Carpets are the number one article to buy in Istanbul. ...
• Tea and coffee sets. ...
• Wonderful lamps. ...
• Clothes, bags and other accessories. ...
• Ceramics. ...
• Jewellery. ...
• Turkish sweets. ...
• Spices from Turkey.

Is 10% tip insulting?

Yes, in the U.S., a 10% tip is often considered low and potentially insulting for standard sit-down restaurant service, where 15-20% is the norm, but it can be acceptable for mediocre service or in regions where tipping culture differs (like parts of Europe). The perception depends heavily on location, service quality, and the type of establishment, with fine dining expecting more and takeaway sometimes expecting less, but a 10% tip generally signals dissatisfaction with service in America. 

Do female tourists have to cover up in Turkey?

Dress more formally

You'll show respect and get more respect in return. Female travellers do not need to cover their hair unless visiting a mosque.

Is 7000 lira enough for a week?

Generally it's enough when you don't overspend yourself and don't want to do all at once. Just my advice here is, don't come now and wait at least beyond September. Either make your plans for end of September or October, when the weather is still Okey and the crowd is a bit less.