Istanbul Old City: Ottoman Hamam Experience with Foam Massage

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About this activity

18th-century historic hammam in the heart of Istanbul.

Separate male and female sections with skilled same-gender therapists.

Stunning Ottoman architecture with intricate marble designs.

Authentic kese and massage for complete body and spirit rejuvenation.

Ideally located in Istanbul's vibrant Old City for easy exploration.

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At a glance

Duration: 45 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 10 people
People per booking: 1–4
Guide: German, Russian, English, French, Turkish, Spanish
Operated by: Istanbul Hamam

Ages: Adults (7–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Collagen mask application (if option selected)
Included: Access to hot room (sauna-style) and marble "gobektasi"
Included: Foot massage (if option selected)
Included: Traditional kese exfoliating glove (private/one-use)
Included: Full body clay mask (if option selected)
Included: Olive oil soap, Linden shampoo, hair cream, and body lotion
Included: Bubble bath and relaxing foam massage
Included: Turkish tea and authentic Turkish delight snacks
Included: One-use slippers, towels, and traditional breechcloth
Included: Aromatherapy massage in private room (if option selected)

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Alcoholic beverages
Not included: Gratuities for therapists (optional)
Not included: Swimwear (if preferred under the breechcloth)

Itinerary

Enter Cagaloglu Hammam for an authentic Ottoman spa experience. Relax in the historic marble baths and enjoy traditional treatments in Istanbul's Old City. Discover the Cagaloglu Hammam in Istanbul's Old City, an 18th-century bathhouse embodying Ottoman bathing culture with modern comforts. Its Ottoman architecture, marble details, and Turkish motifs offer a serene atmosphere. The hammam has separate sections for men and women, each with its charm, respecting traditional customs. Visitors start in the warm room, adjusting to the environment under a dome with star-shaped lights. The journey continues in the hot room on a central marble platform, 'gobektasi', experiencing therapeutic heat and steam. Skilled therapists provide gender-specific traditional scrubs and massages, revitalizing the spirit. The experience concludes in the cool room, where guests relax with Turkish tea or sherbet. Located in the vibrant Old City, Cagaloglu Hammam offers a cultural immersion, close to historic sites and local life. ***Separate Sections for men and women & Gender Matching Therapists Female for Women, Male for Men

Stop 1
Cagaloglu Hamami

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

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

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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

Options

105-Minute Experience

The Ottoman Luxury Service: 15-min hot room rest, 10-min kese rub, 35-min foam massage bubble bath, and 45-min aromatherapy massage in a private room
120-Minute Experience

Sultan Mahmud The First: 15-min hot room, 10-min kese rub, 35-min bubble bath, 15-min foot massage, collagen mask, and 45-min aromatherapy massage
80-Minute Experience

Cagaloglu Hammam: njoy a 15-min hot room rest, 10-min kese rub, a 35-min bubble bath with foam massage, and a 20-min relaxing foot massage
45-Minute Experience

The İstanbul Dream: 15-min rest in our sauna-like hot room, followed by a 10-min skin-rejuvenating kese rub and 20-min relaxing foam massage.
60-Minute Experience

Tip to Toe: Relax for 15 mins in the sauna-like hot room, then enjoy a 10-min kese rub. Indulge in a 35-min bubble bath with foam massage
135-Minute Experience

Elixir Of Cagaloglu Hammam: 15-min hot room, 10-min kese rub, 35-min foam bath, 15-min full body clay mask, 45-min massage, and 15-min foot/hand massage