Istanbul in June 2025 – Is it worth it? Weather and reviews, air and water temperature, ticket prices and hotels. What to see in Istanbul in early summer, where to go: in the vicinity and further – in a detailed review of Eurotraveler.
June is a summer month. In one name, clearly provoking citizens (at least the northern countries), over a year of glowing on heat and sun, for a trip to this very warmth, sun and … sea. Why not in Istanbul? Since the largest and most interesting metropolis of Turkey happily corresponds to all three necessary conditions?
Therefore – although no one will call this city in a dream by a beach direction – at the dawn of summer they are hunting here. Obviously, without cherishing an indispensable desire to swim – in June Istanbul beckons to others. Warm and predominantly clear weather, maximum daylight hours.
On the one hand, yes – it’s a pity to miss the chance to lie on the beach – after all, in Antalya you can swim in June – and swim?! On the other hand, Turkish resorts will not go anywhere for those 2-3 days that you will spend on inspection of the legendary Constantinople.
It’s not very simple to organize a trip to Istanbul yourself – this is not a tour to you. But, on the other hand, no special difficulties are also expected.
After all, it is only necessary that to develop a route, buy a plane tickets, book a hotel and-perhaps-rent a car. The latter, of course, at will – not everyone wants to drive on vacation.
Too many points? Do not hesitate – you will succeed! Moreover, below we have outlined practical information that should help …
Weather in Istanbul in June
In a particular year, it is unlikely that it will be very different from its traditional early-year version. Therefore, we are preparing for temperatures from +25 to +34 ° C, shining almost without a break in the sun and low precipitation.
At night, at first it will be colder-up to +17-18 ° C. But closer to the end of June, Istanbul will feel completely ready for the high season and raise the night bar to +22-24 ° C.
Rains go a maximum of 2-4 times a month. And according to statistics, their total volume is small-up to 30-35 mm. Yes, and in the reviews you will not find indignation about precipitation – where is there, everyone is too busy to pay attention to them!
Of course, it is better to develop “Plan B” for active opposition to unexpected weather disasters. And go to a small rain to some museum-Istanbul WelCome Card will allow you to do this without a break as much as 7 days!
The winds from the Bosphorus in June are not too strong. And that – pleasant. After all, they completely forget about their very recent (in March-April) desire to pierce and just not to injure.
On the contrary, sea breeze gently blow the skin heated by the sun. And only in the evenings their impulses can be nervous, forcing to fasten a jacket or blouse.
Water temperature
Should I swim? In Istanbul? In early June?
It is better to postpone a little with this! After all, you can well deal with this pleasant and even useful business at the second stage of travel.
Having set off, for example, to the spa city of Sharke on the European coast of the Sea. Or planning a vacation in his much more famous Asian “colleagues”: Washing and Erdke.
The latter is especially well suited for relaxing with young children. For it attracts mainly “right”, that is, a calm and balanced resort. Seeking to relax, and not to jump from the evening and until the morning on disco.
In June, however, the marble sea rarely warms up above +22-24 degrees Celsius. A completely different thing is the popular Kushadasi at sea of Aegean. It is quite possible to go then to rest at the sea in Bodrum or Marmaris a little more south.
There at this time the bathing season is not only open, but also gained good speed. Although the bulk of tourists – the British and the Germans – have not yet pulled up.
Yes, you will have to ride from Istanbul: overcome 550 km – in the first and as many as 720 km – in the second and third cases. But any such trip on Turkish roads will easily meet daylight hours.
Even if you are not too confident in your driver’s skills. They intend to go purely according to the rules and in general – slowly!
By the way, the distance from Istanbul to Antalya is also small. “Just” 700 km on the highway laid in the central regions of the country. This is about 9-10 hours on the road.
Note that there are good resorts to the north of the metropolis. By ear, Black Sea Killos or Kumka, which Istanbul residents consider something like a suburban beach.
And somewhat less known to foreigners: Shile and AGVA. The same, however, is also located at quite dosage distances from Istanbul: 75 and 100 km.
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How to dress and what to take
It is clear that the restrictions imposed on the volume and weight of the luggage, which you need to take with you on vacation in Turkey, are forced to compress in every way. And in a particular case, you should be without any sobs.
For that jacket or sweatshirts that you put on, going on a trip – in Europe is not yet hot – enough in most possible situations. Especially if these jackets are equipped with a hood.
Sneakers or moccasins for walking should be duplicated by lighter shoes: sandals or sandals. It is not necessary to be shy, sending a large number of breeches, shorts and T -shirts to a suitcase.
There should be two pairs of swimsuits or swimming trunks – this is a standard amount that needs to be taken at sea. Some take three pairs if they suspect that humidity will not allow them to quickly dry wet underwear.
Pamama with wide fields and at least one cotton or linen shirt with long sleeves are equally useful.
For what? You will find out when you get a sunburn. Ah yes: the cream from tanning and stimulating the regeneration of damaged tissues ointment, like Dexpanthenol or Bepanten, should also be present in baggage. Well, a marching first -aid kit with “first aid” medicines – it is far from it is far not to go without it today.
Prices 2025
To stop in Istanbul, of course, is best closer to its historical center – in this case you will spend a minimum of time on optional movements. At the same time, we recommend that you save moderately and not neglect in June such convenients as air conditioning and (personal) bath or shower.
Everything that costs less than 80 € per night is just a great offer for two travelers. Up to 100 € is tolerant, if everything is inexpensive already grabbed more successful (or prudent) travelers.
Of the inexpensive, but high -quality hotels, we would advise you to choose Grand Peninsula Hotel in the Sultananmet area. In our opinion, this is one of the most optimal options in Istanbul. In June, you will pay for 70-80 € per day, breakfasts are included in the price, to the blue mosque and aiya-sophia-5-8 minutes walk!
Excursions in Istanbul over the past few years have increased significantly in price. Not least thanks to the policy of the government raising prices (for foreigners) to visit attractions.
Therefore, prepare from about 40 € if you want to make a really interesting and rich excursion in the ancient city. It will be necessary to participate in a water walk in the Bosphorus for 20-25 € (with audio guide).
- Prices for excursions in Istanbul from Getyourguide
What to do
Places of application of tourist interest in ex-Konstantinopol in abundance. We talked about the main ones earlier, and even tied them with convenient suburban movements.
But something, of course, still remained behind the scenes. Or in extreme cases it was mentioned in passing. This is normal: for the first time it is important to see the main thing. And those who were lucky to fall in love with the city can open something new and unknown to each new visit.
We will definitely advise you to get out of the Galata Tower, even if we stood in line. Yes, even to see her with their own eyes, outside, is like plunging into a fairy tale!
In the depths of the noisy district, Beyoglu lurked the Catholic Church of Anthony Paduan. Surprisingly European, completely atypical for a huge city on the border of Europe and Asia.
At the same time, not at all old – she is a little over a hundred years. But the spiritual, cool – in the June Istanbul this is important – pacifying. Probably and sobering – leaving under her arches into the habitually boiling and busy world of city streets, I no longer want to fuss and hurry …
Be sure to get to the monastery of the choir. Located in the Fatih region, but far from the central historical quarter of the Sultanhamet. Despite the fact that this amazing temple-museum with early Christian frescoes turned into an acting mosque, he did not lose his significance.
A completely logical and even expected step is a walk on the ship’s ship. Indeed, on a hot June day, it equally refreshes and saturates with vivid impressions. And even in the evenings, when the sitting sun gives the last rays an ancient city, it becomes immensely romantic …
- What to see in Istanbul in 3-4 days
Where to go
Should I pay a visit to the Islands at the beginning of summer? We are not sure that this is necessary. Moreover, if in the next program you have a vacation on the banks of more thorough, “real” resorts.
But the trip to the ruins of Troy, still still gradually digging and cleansed from centuries -old layers, will become an interesting experience. Moreover, it, like a visit to Ephesus, can easily be entered into a route that provides for a long stop, say, in Bodrum.
Even by car quickly, in 7-8 hours, you can get from Istanbul to Cappadocia. Although she is in a completely different “steppe”, very much east. And in June noon it is not childishly hot there.
If we take into account that you need to allocate at least 2-3 days on such a trip … However, if you want, here is a link to an organized one-day tour that saves time (but not money) due to flights.
We will not advise us to visit Pamukkale and HieraPolis in the summer. Firstly, it is too hot at this time. And secondly, this is a little not on the way-unless you really aim at Antalya. And you plan an intermediate night somewhere in Denizley.
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