Hammams and Spa Days in Turkey: A Cash Guide
A proper Turkish bath is a holiday ritual, from historic Istanbul hammams to resort spas along the coast. Most run on cash for at least part of the experience, which is one more reason to buy Turkish lira before you go; a commission-free provider such as Travel FX sorts it online.
How the pricing works
The basic entry may go on a card at bigger establishments, but scrubs, foam massages and oils are often added on the day and settled in cash, and the attendants who work on you are tipped in lira.
Neighbourhood hammams
Traditional local bathhouses, often the most atmospheric, are frequently cash-only from the door.
Relax, prepared
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