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Istanbul: Historic Sifa Turkish Bath in Sultanahmet Square
(6) Reviews
About
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
1 hour
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's 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
Meeting Points
Departure
Sifa Hamami
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.
Return
Important Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Not suitable for children under 6 years
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Not recommended for people with diabetes
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Istanbul: Historic Sifa Turkish Bath in Sultanahmet Square
(6) Reviews
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About
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
1 hour
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
1 hour
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's 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
Meeting Points
Departure
Sifa Hamami
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.
Return
Itinerary
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...
