SIM & eSIM
Turkcell, Vodafone and Türk Telekom sell tourist SIMs at airports and city shops. Passport registration may be required. eSIM is convenient if your phone supports it.
Wi-Fi
Hotels, cafés, airports and many restaurants offer free Wi-Fi. Ask for the password (şifre).
Power
Type C/F sockets, 230 V, 50 Hz. Bring a universal adapter; hair dryers and chargers usually work with the right plug.
Useful apps
Maps, translation, taxi and transport apps work well. Download offline maps before mountain or rural trips.
This guide covers all 81 provinces, the World Heritage sites, local food, transport, emergency numbers and the small details that make a trip easier. It is written for foreign visitors and built from public records, official indexes and original research.
Opening hours, prices and transport change. Confirm details with the official venue before you go.
Sources: Sources & credits