Historical Cagaloglu Hammam in Old City

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Duration 1.5 HoursAvailable daily
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About Cagaloglu Hammam

Welcome to the glory of the Cagaloglu Hammam, a historical gem in the heart of the Old City of Istanbul. Dive into a world of luxury and tradition since the 18th century, where the comfort of the modern era and the culture of the Ottoman baths come together.

From the moment you arrive, you will be captivated by the authentic style of classic Turkish hospitality and Ottoman architecture surrounding you at every turn — chic marble detailing and classical Turkish motifs create a cool ambiance. Divided into two separate sections for men and women, the hammam ensures privacy and a personal experience for each guest.

The journey begins with the warm room, where the gentle heat and steam prepares your body for the traditional bathing ritual under the grand dome. The starry lights will let you feel like you are having a bath under the stars. Leading on to the hot room, with a heated marble platform and your body relaxing in a steam-filled atmosphere that opens your muscles and pores.

Professional therapists offer authentic Ottoman experiences, providing a special scrubbing head to toe with exfoliating scrubs (Kese) and massages. After a certain time at the hot room, it is time to eventually get to the cold room in order to chill out with traditional Turkish tea or sherbet.

Highlights

  • 18th-century historic hammam in the Old City
  • Separate male/female sections with same-gender therapists
  • Ottoman architecture with intricate marble designs
  • Authentic kese scrub and foam massage for rejuvenation
  • Located 2-minute walk from Sultanahmet Square and Hagia Sophia

What's Included

Hot room rest on heated marble stone
Kese exfoliating scrub with private one-use glove
Bubble bath with foam massage
Foot massage (select packages)
Aromatherapy massage in private room (select packages)
Collagen mask application (select packages)
Turkish tea and homemade sherbet
Turkish delight
Linden shampoo, hair cream, body lotion
100% olive oil soap
One-use slippers, towels, and breechcloth

Not Included

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Know Before You Go

  • All guests receive linden shampoo, hair cream, body lotion, and 100% olive oil Ayvalu0131k soap
  • Not suitable for pregnant women
  • Not recommended for people with heart disease, diabetes, or asthma
  • Children under 6 years not permitted
  • No luggage or large bags allowed
  • Alcohol and drugs prohibited
  • Operating hours: 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM daily
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Cagaloglu Hammam located?

Cagaloglu Hammam is located in the heart of Istanbul's Old City, just a 2-minute walk from Sultanahmet Square and Hagia Sophia. The address is Prof. Kazim Ismail Gurkan Cad. No:34, Cagaloglu.

Is Cagaloglu Hammam a real Ottoman hammam?

Yes, Cagaloglu Hammam was constructed in 1741 and is one of the last hammams built during the Ottoman Empire. It has been in continuous operation for nearly 300 years.

Are there separate sections for men and women?

Yes, Cagaloglu Hammam has completely separate sections for men and women, with gender-matching therapists u2014 female therapists for women and male therapists for men.

What are the operating hours?

Cagaloglu Hammam is open daily from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How close is it to Sultanahmet Square?

Just a 2-minute walk away, providing easy access to Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, and Topkapi Palace.

Location

Prof. Kazım İsmail Gürkan Cd. No:34, Cağaloğlu, Fatih, Istanbul

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Customer Reviews

613 reviews for Historical Cagaloglu Hammam in Old City

  1. Doyle Zarins

    The attention to detail was impressive. My skin feels incredibly soft.

  2. William Aigner

    The deep cleansing scrub and foam massage were perfect after a day of exploration.

  3. Xavier Carter

    The kese rub and massage were unlike anything experienced before.

  4. Violet Kavalyow

    Feeling light and refreshed!

  5. Tatum Markovic

    The hammam paradise.

  6. Queen Vujovic

    The skin is so soft after the scrub!

  7. Serena Brody

    Relax, refresh, rejuvenate.

  8. Hardy

    As soon as I walked into this hammam, I was amazed at how calm and clean it was. The whole experience, from the hot steam to the invigorating kese scrub to the relaxing soap lather massage, left me feeling rejuvenated. a must visit!

  9. Thomas Niemi

    A truly luxurious hammam experience. The building itself was a work of art, combining historical charm with modern touches. The steam was at the perfect temperature, the kese scrub was revitalising and the soapsuds massage left me in a state of total relaxation

  10. Willy norman

    This hammam was a great escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The relaxing atmosphere, combined with a fantastic kese scrub and soap massage, helped me to completely unwind. The attention to detail and professionalism of the staff made the experience even better’

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