Istanbul

Istanbul: Historic Sifa Turkish Bath in Sultanahmet Square

5.0(10 reviews)
1hFree cancellation

Description

What makes this experience unique is that Şifa Hamam is one of the very few historical hammams in Istanbul where men and women can share the same bathing space while still enjoying the comfort of gender-matching therapists. Operating continuously since 1777 in the heart of Sultanahmet, it offers travelers the chance to step into living Ottoman history just steps from Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. The elegant domes, traditional marble interiors, and centuries-old rituals—from steam and kese scrubbing to foam massage and herbal tea—create an authentic yet inclusive hammam experience, perfect for couples, friends, and solo travelers looking for something truly memorable.

Highlights

  • Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
  • Small Group
  • Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof
  • Hammams & Turkish Baths
  • Arab Baths
  • New Product
  • Short term availability
  • Spas

What makes this experience special

Transfer included

Raduno al punto d'incontro

What's included

Included

  • Tea
  • Olive oil soap, linden shampoo, hair cream, body lotion
  • Foot massage & face mask (if option selected)
  • 30-minute access to the warm marble hammam room
  • Use of towels, slippers, and peştemal (breechcloth)
  • Aromatherapy oil massage (if option selected)
  • Locker and secure storage
  • Peeling application with one-use kese mitt
  • Traditional foam massage

Itinerary

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    Hammam Type: Mixed-gender hammam (shared area) Therapists Ty

    Hammam Type: Mixed-gender hammam (shared area) Therapists Type: Gender-matching therapists: female for women, male for men Step into the living history of Sifa Hamam, an authentic Ottoman hammam operating continuously since 1777 in the heart of Sultanahmet, Old City. Originally built during the late Ottoman period, Sifa Hamam is one of the few historical hammams in Istanbul where men and women can enjoy the Turkish bath ritual together in the same space—while still receiving treatments from gender-matching therapists for comfort and privacy. From the moment you enter, the elegant domes, traditional marble interiors, and warm hospitality will transport you back in time. The ritual begins in the warm room, where steam and heat relax your muscles and open your pores. This is followed by the invigorating scrubbing with a kese mitt, a rich foam massage on the heated marble platform, and finally, relaxation with herbal tea or homemade sherbet. Sifa Hamam offers a one-of-a-kind experience for couples, friends, and solo travelers seeking a traditional yet inclusive Turkish bath in Istanbul's historical core—just steps away from the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, and Topkapı Palace.

Meeting point

Upon entering the main entrance of the hamam, please present your ID card or passport to the staff at the reception for a seamless check-in experience.

Useful information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Not suitable for children under 6 years
  • Not recommended for people with diabetes
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available
  • More than 1 day before100% refund
  • Between 0 and 1 days before0% refund

Prices by age band

  • Adulto7-99 anni
    50

Review distribution

  • 5
    10
  • 4
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  • 3
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  • 2
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  • 1
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Available options

  • Full Service – 120 Minutes

    Full Service: Turkish Bath 30 minutes Peeling Application 15 minutes Foamy Massage 15 minutes Full Body Oil Massage 30 Minutes Foot Massage

  • Classic Hamam – 60 Minutes

    Classic Hamam: Turkish Bath 30 minutes Peeling Application 15 minutes Foamy Massage 15 minutes

  • Special Hamam – 90 Minutes

    Special Hamam: Turkish Bath 30 minutes Peeling Application 15 minutes Foamy Massage 15 minutes Full Body Oil Massage 30 Minutes

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