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5 language schools in Istanbul from 86US$ for a 1 week Turkish course

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Royal Turkish Education Center, Istanbul
Royal Turkish Education Center, Istanbul
Turkish Language Center, Istanbul
Turkish Language Center, Istanbul
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, Istanbul
Study & Live in your Teacher's Home, Istanbul
Influent, Istanbul
Influent, Istanbul
Magic Talk Academy, Istanbul
Magic Talk Academy, Istanbul
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Istanbul ratings & opinions

How our students rated their experience in Istanbul

4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Overall attractiveness of Istanbul
120 authentic ratings from students who reserved a course with us in Istanbul
Nightlife
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Friendliness of locals
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Interesing things to do
4.8

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Geographic setting
4.7

Rating: 4.7/5.0

Public transport
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Climate
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Cleanliness
3.8

Rating: 3.8/5.0

Affordability
4.4

Rating: 4.4/5.0

Shopping
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

Safety
4.5

Rating: 4.5/5.0

What our students said about Istanbul

Hospitable, friendly city, lots of stores and entertainment catering to all tastes and wallets. Fairly safe place - there is an active life until 1 am in the tourist part of the center, some stores are open, a lot of police, but no disturbances. Historical monuments, museums, parks, a city with a very convenient public transportation system. Fresh air, sunny weather and friendly people create an unforgettable atmosphere of joy and pleasure. Depending on the time of year, it is possible to visit the nearby islands to enjoy a beach holiday.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Valentina Russia

This city is very impressive! It is buzzing day and night. The cleanliness is as good as I have ever experienced in any big city. You can experience whatever your heart desires. The various services are almost without exception impressively good and of great creativity. The cuisine is also very appealing.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Heike Germany

Great, exhausting, exciting, colourful - Istanbul is something you have to walk around or use public transport. Taksim is the area to go for shopping, eating out, amusement, contemporary witnesses can be found everywhere in the city. Multicultural and open-minded.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Kirstin Germany

Istanbul is a fascinating city with a mix of tradition and modernity. There are many sights, great walking districts, lots of helpful people and a great public transport network. Unfortunately, the euro has also arrived here and many things have become expensive.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Nadine Germany

Istanbul is the best city on earth. It is hip, free and has all kinds of people. Istanbul is an open air museum, wherever you go you will see beautiful and interesting things. Every district is different, you can never get enough of Istanbul.

4.0

Rating: 4/5

Dünya Netherlands

I liked the ferry rides best, and apart from that I walked around a lot and found Orhan Pamuk's museum very imaginative. As a solo traveller, I had no problems at all going out to eat. However, I can't say anything about the nightlife...

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Margitta Germany

Istanbul is my favourite city in the whole world! I am nowhere as happy as in İstanbul! The warmest people I know live in Istanbul and the city will always have a place in my heart!!!

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Hannah Germany

Istanbul is a huge city with an enormous history. There are a lot of sights, beaches and night life is not neglected either.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Ünal Germany

Everything from a big city. Unfortunately, as a foreigner you have to pay a lot for everything.

5.0

Rating: 5/5

Inge Belgium

A beautiful city and I am very much in love with it, I will come again inschalah

4.0

Rating: 4/5

Hussein Germany

Most recent student reviews of language schools in Istanbul

Royal Turkish Education Center

The teachers are very good and especially very sweet. The classes are small, so you get a lot of attention. You can get a cup of tea during your break and chat with classmates. You learn a lot in a short time.

13 August 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 3 weeks
Student age: 17 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 58 reviews
Royal Turkish Education Center

Very nice and courteous staff. Highly recommended.

16 July 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 1 week
Student age: 30 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 58 reviews
Royal Turkish Education Center

I would like to praise the excellent organization before and during my stay. There was always someone to talk to if I had any questions or challenges. The central location of the school was also very convenient. The lessons are taught exclusively in Turkish with English assistance. The teachers were all very helpful and open. Shoukran to Emine :-)

4 June 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 40 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 58 reviews
Royal Turkish Education Center

The teacher Merve made time for all questions and concerns. Everyone was always really friendly.

4 June 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 2 weeks
Student age: 49 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 58 reviews
Royal Turkish Education Center

Really great teacher who kept us motivated and speaking. I had an amazing 4 weeks of learning!

22 April 2024
Course: Intensive Course - 4 weeks
Student age: 31 years

4.8

Rating: 4.8

| 58 reviews

Information about Istanbul

Why Istanbul? Istanbul is one of the truly great romantic cities, with it´s skyline studded with domes and minarets. Its history tracks back from Byzantium to Constantinople to its place at the head of the Ottoman Empire. Fragments of this varied architectural inheritance are visible, with stunning Ottoman mosques, classical columns, Byzantine structures, ancient city walls and fine churches. Today Istanbul hums as Turkey's cultural heart and good-time capital. With the buzzing atmosphere of the pedestrian Istiklal Caddesi and its hundreds of bars, cinemas, art galleries, restaurants and bistros, the city seems more funky and cosmopolitan than ever.
Population: XL  14,805,000
Time zone: +12h. (GMT +2)
Region: Istanbul,
Currency: TRY (1 TRY = 0.0294 USD)
Name of city in Turkish: İstanbul
Visa: Nationals from USA do not require a visa to study short term Turkish courses up to 90 days. Check visa requirements for nationals from other countries.
Visa requirements data last updated on 04 Jun. 2024 (Source)
For the most up-to-date visa information please consult with the embassy or consulate of Turkey in your country.
High season: August
Low season: January
Average course price per week (High season): 145 €
Average course price per week (Low season): 184 €
Cost of Living:
* 100 = prices in New York
  • Price index excluding rent: 65* (35% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index including rent: 53* (47% cheaper than New York)
  • Price index food only:65* (35% cheaper than New York)
  • Big Mac price (Turkey average): 91.16 TRY
    (48% cheaper than in USA)
Mains electricity:
  • Plug Type C
  • Plug Type F
  • Residential voltage: 220 V
  • Frequency: 50 Hz
Climate Table
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Night-time Temperature
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Hours of Sunshine
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Water Temperature
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Best time to take a language course in Istanbul
September
Istanbul Gastronomy Festival
Istanbul Gastronomy Festival

03 September 2024 - 06 September 2024A must-see event for all foodies, where you can explore a wide array of delicious Turkish cuisine.

November
Istanbul Marathon
Istanbul Marathon

03 November 2024Take in the sights of Istanbul while running a distance with your family and friends, and conquer your goals. Multiple distance options available.

Topkapi Palace
Topkapi Palace
Süleymaniye Mosque
Süleymaniye Mosque
The Blue Mosque
The Blue Mosque
Istiklal Caddesi
Istiklal Caddesi
Grand Bazaar
Grand Bazaar
Turkish Bath
Turkish Bath
Istanbul Atatürk (IST) - 12 km. from Istanbul city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 5 minutes, 30 minutes.

Main stops: Ataturk Airport Havalimani, Zeytinburnu, Aksaray

Every 240 minutes, 75 minutes.

Main stops: Havaalani dis hatlar, Yenikapi transit

Taxi: 15 minutes drive to city center of Istanbul

Sabiha Gökçen International (SAW) - 32 km. from Istanbul city center

Public transportation to city center:

Every 30 minutes, 75 minutes.

Main stops: Sabiha Gokcen Airport, Faith Sultan Mehmet Bridge, 1.Levent

Taxi: 35 minutes drive to city center of Istanbul

Q&A - Questions about Turkish courses and schools in Istanbul

  • We have several excellent accredited schools in Istanbul that offer Intensive Turkish courses.
    Sawsan Zein, LanguageCourse.Net - Apr 26, 2024
  • We have partner schools in Istanbul offering excellent English courses.
    Sawsan Zein, LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 16, 2023

FAQ - Frequently asked questions about Turkish courses in Istanbul

  • If you are an absolute beginner, you will need grammar before you can converse, as you will naturally need to learn to build sentences first.
    Robin Rebecca Pietersma, Language Travel Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Mar 12, 2024
  • On average, for A1/A2 level you need about 100-120 hours, for B1/B2 450-490 hours and for C1/C2 1000-1100 hours of study. Of course, it all depends on how quickly you pick it up, what your prior knowledge is (possibly also of a similar language) and whether you learn the language in the country of origin. So, for this reason, we specialise in offering languages in the country of origin, as there you improve your language skills the fastest!
    Robin Pietersma, Dutch Consultant from LanguageCourse.Net - Oct 21, 2022

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