Free Things to Do in Istanbul

You do not need to spend a fortune to experience the best of Istanbul. With 559+ free and low-cost activities, the city is one of the most accessible major destinations in its region. Istanbul's free cultural offering is extraordinary: world-class museum collections with free permanent galleries, public art trails, open parks and green spaces, free festival events and civic architecture that rewards any curious walker. Many of the city's most memorable experiences cost nothing — from neighbourhood walking tours to free comedy nights, open gallery shows and community cultural events. Free highlights: "Private and Guided Istanbul Food Tour: Taste of Istanbul" and "Cosmopolitan Kurtuluş: Istanbul’s Neighborhood of Taste". Our guide to free things in Istanbul proves that great travel does not need a great budget.