$2 vs $2 · Turkey vs Turkey
Turkey's two-continent megacity. Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus ferry rides, $1 simit breakfast. Best for: layered history, hammam baths, value for money.
Full Istanbul guide →Turkey's Mediterranean resort capital. Old town Kaleiçi, Roman Hadrian's Gate, beach + ruins combo. Best for: budget beach resorts, ancient ruins, Russian tourist scene.
Full Antalya guide →Same base cost ($2). Pick on vibe — Istanbul is Europe, Antalya is Europe.
Same price — both $2 base cost on TenDollarPick.
Both work great for backpackers.
Yes — both are in Europe. They combine well in a regional itinerary.
Turkey's two-continent megacity. Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus ferry rides, $1 simit breakfast. Best for: layered history, hammam baths, value for money.
Turkey's Mediterranean resort capital. Old town Kaleiçi, Roman Hadrian's Gate, beach + ruins combo. Best for: budget beach resorts, ancient ruins, Russian tourist scene.