Istanbul Gedikpasa Historical Turkish Bath with Privacy Option
Overview
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Gedikpasa Hamami offers a unique Turkish bath experience, steeped in 550 years of history which was built to a 2350 square-metre zone at old city part of Istanbul by the command of Gedik Ahmet Pasha in 1457 , having a breathtaking 16-meter-high cieling .
Located just across from the iconic Grand Bazaar, this historic bath is not just a place for cleansing but a journey into the heart of Turkish tradition , get you served in seperate sections as men and woman , with same-gender therapists' services , variety of massages and selection of Privacy.
Upon entering the hamam, you’re greeted by the warmth of marble floors and the soft echo of water. The ritual begins with a relaxing steam bath, preparing your skin for the full exfoliation that follows. A skilled attendant uses a traditional kese (scrubbing mitt) to remove dead skin, leaving you refreshed and revitalized.
Gedikpasa Hamami to combine your unique hammam experience with massage options , enhancing the experience.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pregnants are not allowed .
People have heart disease, diabetes, or asthma are not advised to use the bath.
Hammam ritual is a combination of 15-minute hot marble stone rest , 10-minute scrub ( kese ) and 20-minute foam massage.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Turkish Coffee , Tea , Sherbet , Water Turkish Delight , Nuts and Fruit
Private Changing Room
Hammam Ritual : 15-min marble stone rest , 10-min sbrub , 20-min foam massage
Classic Oil Massage in Private Room ( if option selected )
Private Section ( if option selected )
Towels , Single-Use Slippers & Underwear
Foot Massage ( if option selected )
Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
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What To Expect
Gedikpasa Hamami, Istanbul's oldest and one of the largest hammams, tells a 550-year-old story , where history and ritual combine for more than just a cleansing experience , at the heart of old city. The hamam ritual in Gedikpasa Historical Turkish Bath , transcends mere hygiene, offering a transformative experience in gender seperated sections, acted by same-gender therapists . It commences in a warm chamber, where participants acclimate before engaging in a thorough exfoliation with a kessa glove. This is followed by a steam bath that opens the pores, promoting relaxation. A fragrant, full-body wash ensues, often accompanied by a soothing massage. The ritual culminates with a cooling phase, allowing the body to stabilize, often accompanied by refreshments. More than a cleansing practice, the hamam serves as a communal haven, fostering social bonds and embodying a holistic approach to wellness in a traditional way , in seperate men and women sections , with same-gender therapists' service .
Options
Private Hammam
Hammam in Private Section: Hammam ritual will be served in halvet ( private section ) closed by a curtain and attached to main bath .
Duration: 50 minutes
Private Hammam + Body Massage
30-Minute Full Body Massage: 30-Minute Full Body Massage with Oil/Cream in addition to 20-Minute Foam Massage during ritual.
Private Hammam Ritual: Includes hammam ritual in halvet ( private section attached to main bath ) closed by a curtain and body massage in private .
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Hammam & Body Massage
Hammam + 30-min Body Massage: Includes 15-minute hot marble stone rest , 10-minute scrub, 20-minute foam massage and 30-minute oil massage in private room.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Hammam Ritual
Hammam Ritual : Hammam ritual is a combination of 15-minute hot marble stone rest , 10-minute scrub ( kese ) and 20-minute foam massage.
Duration: 50 minutes
Private Hammam & Foot Massage
Private Hammam + Foot Massage: Includes hammam ritual in halvet ( private section attached to main bath ) closed by a curtain and foot massage in its area.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Hammam & Foot Massage
Hammam + 15-min Foot Massage: Includes 15-minute hot marble stone rest , 10-minute scrub, 20-minute foam massage and 15-minute foot massage.
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
DIY Hammam with No Therapist
Do it Yourself Hammam : DIY (Do-it-Yourself) is combination of hammam entrance and its equipment without a therapist service, to enjoy yourself .
Reviews
795 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Pamper yourself like a Sultan. You deserve it
cyril w,
Sep 6, 2025
- Viator
5.00What an experience. You get to be a Sultan for a few hours. As an American man the thought of another man giving me a scrub down and massage was unsettling. We looked at some of the couples options where we could get the experience together, but decided to go with the traditional Hamman. The headline here is that we immediately booked another session again for 4 days later, that's how awesome it was. The hot marble sauna was great. All the stress of work, domestic politics, and the madness of Istanbul slowly left my mind and body like the drops of sweat leaving my body. I really felt in the moment. The scrubbing was just right. The foam cleaning was actually the best massage I have ever had. The whole experience was rejuvenation of mind, body, and soul. Not being with my wife allowed me to selfishly concentrate on my experience. (Wife felt the same way) As mentioned we did this twice in a week and both experience were consistently awesome. We did these early on weekdays and both of us had our sections to ourselves. I highly recommend this place. Be a Sultan and pamper yourselves. Don't deny yourself this experience.
I really needed this after a long flight the day before.
William Z,
Aug 31, 2025
- Viator
5.00The atmosphere is very relaxing. Building with its structure being built in the 15th century really amazing the people very helpful and I really enjoyed the whole experience.
AMAZING experience from...
Brittney D,
Aug 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00AMAZING experience from the time I arrived to the time I left! I believe Sophia was the name of my masseuse and she was so kind and so amazing. She made the experience very comfortable and relaxing! Would definitely do this again!!!
The place is smaller than...
Amy B,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00The place is smaller than anticipated. Wide angle photos make it seem larger. This is true of many travel photos. The service was superb. One small note. I am a female who was not provided with temporary underwear as anticipated. I was not aware that I could have worn my lingerie (bra and panties) to the massage. Otherwise it was fantastic!
Private option is not private, but nice experience in Istanbul
Tina N,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
5.00I booked the private potion but it was not private so I suggest saving your money. The bath part was in a room with one stranger, the massage was private. This was not explained properly or I wouldn’t have booked the private option as there was no difference and it was wasted money. Each area where you are scrubbed and bubbled fits 2 people, there was not a private curtain area as described. Still worth doing just good to have proper information.
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