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Turkey eSIM
7 data plans · from $3.99 · one-tap install by email
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Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
7 data plans · from $3.99 · one-tap install by email
Travelling as a group? Buy everyone an eSIM in one checkout and the discount is applied automatically — no code needed. See group pricing
Connects automatically to the strongest signal across Vodafone.
Setup
Set up your eSIM before you travel — it takes about a minute. Scan once, switch it on when you arrive, and you’re online.
On iPhone (iOS)
On Android
18 plans for Turkey, from 3 to 50 GB. Validity runs from 1 day to 180 days. 17 of them run on 5G where the local network has it.
12 plans can be topped up without installing a second eSIM. Plans run on Vodafone, Avea.
Counted from our live catalogue, not a marketing figure — the plan list above this section is the same data.
No regional bundle covers Turkey — a single-country plan is the only option here, which is usually the cheaper one anyway.
A travel eSIM for Turkey is a digital SIM your phone downloads — no plastic card, no airport pickup counter. You buy online, tap the install link we email you (a QR code is included too), and it installs a second line alongside your existing SIM. It stays dormant until you arrive in Turkey, then connects automatically to Vodafone on 5G where available and LTE everywhere else. Your home number keeps working for calls and texts; the eSIM simply carries your data.
Maps, messaging and rideshare apps are light — roughly 300–500 MB a day. Add photos, social and the occasional video and you’re closer to 1 GB a day. For a one-week trip a 5 GB plan is comfortable; for two weeks, sharing, or heavy use, choose 10 GB or more, or a reloadable plan you can top up on the go. Turkey plans start at $3.99 across 7 sizes, with the per-GB price shown on every one so the right choice is obvious.
No. A travel eSIM for Turkey is a local data plan, not international roaming — you pay the price you see up front, with no per-megabyte bill from your home carrier. Set the eSIM as your data line and switch data roaming off on your home SIM, and there are no surprises when you get home. Full refund any time before you install, so there’s no risk in buying ahead.
Adana Kebap
Spicy minced lamb mounted on a wide iron skewer and grilled over an open fire.
Adana or traditional kebab houses nationwide.
Iskender Kebap
Thinly sliced lamb doner meat served over pieces of pita bread, generously topped with hot tomato sauce and melted butter, accompanied by yogurt.
Bursa, where it originated, or specialty restaurants in Istanbul.
Baklava
Layers of paper-thin phyllo dough filled with chopped nuts (often pistachios or walnuts) and sweetened with syrup.
Gaziantep, or premium sweet shops like Hafiz Mustafa in Istanbul.
Turkey connectivity guide
Turkey has strong mobile coverage, cheap domestic data and one rule that catches out more visitors than anything else in this catalogue: phones brought into the country and used with a Turkish SIM are subject to IMEI registration, and get blocked after a period if it is not done. Understanding exactly what that rule applies to — and what it does not — is the single most useful thing to know before you travel. This guide covers that first, then the networks, the coverage and the data.
Read the full Turkey guide →Lahmacun
A thin, round piece of dough topped with minced meat, vegetables, and herbs, baked and served with lemon and parsley to be rolled up.
Street food stalls and casual eateries.
Pide
Boat-shaped flatbread baked in a brick oven with various toppings like cheese, sucuk (spicy sausage), and minced meat.
Pide salons everywhere.
Mantı
Tiny Turkish dumplings filled with meat, boiled and topped with garlic yogurt and spiced butter.
Kayseri or specialized mantı restaurants.
Simit
A circular bread, typically encrusted with sesame seeds, similar to a bagel but thinner and crispier.
Red street carts on almost every corner in cities.
Gözleme
A savory, traditional flatbread filled with ingredients like spinach, cheese, or potatoes, then cooked on a griddle.
Local markets and roadside stops.
Börek
A family of baked filled pastries made of thin flaky dough, often filled with cheese, minced meat, or spinach.
Börekçis (börek shops) for breakfast.
Lokum (Turkish Delight)
A family of confections based on a gel of starch and sugar, flavored with rosewater, mastic, or lemon, and often containing pistachios.
Spice Bazaar in Istanbul.
Hagia SophiaIstanbul
An architectural marvel that has served as a cathedral and a mosque, featuring stunning mosaics and a massive dome.
2-3 hours
Topkapi PalaceIstanbul
The opulent main residence of the Ottoman sultans for nearly 400 years, showcasing incredible courtyards and the Harem.
Half day · book ahead
Grand BazaarIstanbul
One of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with over 4,000 shops selling jewelry, spices, and carpets.
2-3 hours
Hot Air BalloonsGöreme
A spectacular sunrise flight over the fairy chimneys and unique rock formations of Cappadocia.
Half day (Early morning) · book ahead
Pamukkale Thermal PoolsPamukkale
Terraces of carbonate minerals left by flowing water, creating stunning white travertine pools adjacent to ancient Hierapolis.
Half day
Ephesus Ancient CitySelçuk
One of the best-preserved ancient Greek and Roman cities in the Mediterranean, home to the Library of Celsus.
Half day · book ahead
Mount NemrutAdıyaman
Features large statues erected around a royal tomb from the 1st century BC, famous for its sunrise views.
Half day · book ahead
Galata TowerIstanbul
A medieval stone tower offering panoramic views of the city and the Bosphorus.
1-2 hours · book ahead
Kaleiçi (Old Town)Antalya
A beautifully restored historic center with Ottoman-era houses, narrow streets, and an ancient Roman harbor.
2-3 hours
Domestic Flights
Turkish Airlines and Pegasus operate frequent flights connecting major cities and tourist hubs like Istanbul, Izmir, Kayseri, and Antalya.
Moderate
Intercity Buses
A highly developed network of comfortable, modern coaches (e.g., Metro Turizm, Kamil Koç) connecting almost every town.
Budget
High-Speed Trains (YHT)
Fast rail lines connecting primarily Istanbul, Ankara, Eskişehir, and Konya.
Budget to Moderate
Metros and Trams
Modern subway and tram lines operating in large cities like Istanbul, Izmir, and Ankara.
Budget
Dolmuş
Shared minibuses that run on set routes, departing when full.
Budget
Ride-hailing
BiTaksi, Uber
Uber in Turkey mostly hails regular yellow taxis. BiTaksi is the local equivalent. Be cautious of common taxi scams in tourist areas.
Paying for things
Basics
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Some businesses closed; transit on holiday schedules. |
| National Sovereignty and Children's Day | April 23 | School holidays, local parades; tourist sites open. |
| Labor and Solidarity Day | May 1 | Demonstrations possible in major squares (e.g., Taksim); transit disruptions common. |
| Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day | May 19 | Sporting events and ceremonies; most tourist sites remain open. |
| Democracy and National Unity Day | July 15 | Public transport may be free or crowded; government offices closed. |
| Victory Day | August 30 | Military parades; banks and government offices closed. |
| Republic Day | October 29 | Major celebrations and fireworks; heavy traffic and some road closures. |
Recurring dates — the day these fall on moves year to year.