Sofular Hamamı

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Sofular Turkish bath is a 16th century hamam with two-story dressing cabins and an elegant pool with fountain. There are separate sections for men and women. Tea, coffee and soft drink services are available. It has two levels and it’s rooms are clean and well taken care of. It has a functioning (as of November 2010) pool in the center.

If you are looking a local and not expensive one Sofular hamamı in Horhor street in Fatih is the place. Sofular hamamı was also constructed by Sinan The architect and it has a great atmosphere. It is highly likely that you will be the only tourist here since their service is geared towards locals that live around the area.

Entry is 20 Liras, optional scrubbing service is 8 Liras

10pm for men – 8pm for Ladies

Aksaray, istanbul

Turkey

Phone +90-(212) 521 37 59

Tel: +90 212-5217050

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