Istanbul: Historic Sifa Turkish Bath in Sultanahmet Square

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(2 reviews)

1 hour (approximately)

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.

What's Included

Tea
Peeling application with one-use kese mitt
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
Traditional foam massage

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
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.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

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.

Additional info

  • 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
Supplied by Istanbul Hamam

Tags

Spas
Hammams & Turkish Baths
Arab Baths
Small Group
New Product
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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