Why visit / Interesting facts:
- Relaxing experience
- Oldest hamam in Istanbul
Time required: 90 minutes
Phone: +90 212 519 5569
Web site: http://www.suleymaniyeha...
Opening hours:
| Time period | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| Daily: | 10am - 12midnight |
Admission:
| Ticket type | Charge |
|---|---|
| General: | 35 |
Public transport:
- Tram Line T1: Eminönü stop
Address: 20 Mimar Sinan Caddesi, Süleymaniye
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Photo: Suleymaniye Hamam
Things you need to know:
- Suleymaniye Hamam is a Turkish Bath that is part of the beautiful Süleymaniye Mosque complex
- Being operational since 1550, it is the oldest hamam in Istanbul. The building was designed by Ottoman star architect Sinan
- It specializes in couples and families. It employs a friendly, helpful and highly professional staff
- The entire hamam experience lasts 90 minutes. The service includes the hot room, washing, peeling (scrubbing), and a soap massage
- The experience feels like going back to the Ottoman times
- This hamam is out-of-the-way meaning fewer tourists. It is busier late afternoon and in the evening
- The scrubbing and massage can hurt occasionally but it feels wonderful afterwards
What to do there:
- First enjoy the hot room where you will lie on a hot marble slab in the center of the room for about 40 minutes
- After that you will have a body exfoliation followed by a soap massage and washing service
- You will be dried off in a specialized way
- You can rest in another room to relax and enjoy a drink (extra charge)
Tips & Insights:
- The hamam is suitable for families and couples only. Single males or females will not be admitted
- Only cash is accepted
