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ADAPTATION, RESTORATION, REBIRTH20th Adaptation Studies Association Conference

Travel and Accommodation

Travel options for international visitors (air and rail links):

Istanbul is served by two major airports:

  • Istanbul Airport (European side): Recently named the best-connected airport hub globally, offering direct flights to over 300 destinations, including multiple major cities in North America and Europe. Explore destinations.  
  • Sabiha Gökçen Airport (Asian side): Provides numerous international connections, especially to European and Middle Eastern cities. Explore destinations

Many hotels provide airport shuttle services. Alternatively, both airports are well-connected to the city center via public transportation, with fares payable with an İstanbulkart available for purchase at ticket vending machines in major metro hubs, or through a downloadable app. 

The Istanbulkart itself costs 70 TL / €2 and can be loaded & reloaded according to the number of journeys (TENpass = 200 TL / €5) or per diem for unlimited use (3 days = 680 TL / €18; 5 days = 1350 TL / €36)

İstanbul has a comprehensive system of metro and tramway lines. Click here for the Istanbul Railway Network Map.

The city bus network is also extensive:

https://www.iett.istanbul/en 

Click here for sea transportation options.

 

The santralistanbul campus of İstanbul Bilgi University is well serviced by public transportation, with current information on Google Maps.

 

Accomodation:

Availability of local hotels (range, affordability, proximity etc):

Istanbul offers a wide range of lodging options, from boutique hotels to well-known international chains, accommodating various budgets. Prices range from under 100€ to over 300€ per night.

Several hotels are located within a walkable 2 km from the İstanbul Bilgi University santralistanbul campus. Note that prices are approximate and may vary; early reservation is recommended, especially given the holiday period following the conference: