Hamam, or rather Turkish Bath, is an ancient tradition to take a bath within cities. This popular healthful steam bath has been surviving from Helenic and Roman times. The traditional hamams are not mixed, there are usually ‘Men’s’ and ‘Women’s’ sides to the hamam. Beside its functional side it is also an ideal place for relaxing.

1. Best of Hamams
Hamam, or rather Turkish Bath, is an ancient tradition to take
a bath within cities. This popular healthful steam bath has
been surviving from Helenic and Roman times. The
traditional hamams are not mixed, there are usually ‘Men’s’
and ‘Women’s’ sides to the hamam. Beside its functional side
it is also an ideal place for relaxing. In turkey are several
inexpensive, simple, functional hamams and as well beautiful
historical hamams –a work of Ottoman architecture- mostly
built by the sultans to serve their imperial mosques.
The following favorite Hamams are identified as the 10 best
in turkey by the daily newspaper Hürriyet.

2. Cağaloğlu Hamamı: It was constructed by Sultan Mahmut 1 in 1714. This historic and touristy hamam, which is the closest to
Sultanahmet in Istanbul, is famous for its summer BBQ parties in the garden, and fireplace parties in winter months.
The separate men’s and women’s side share a cafe and bar area.
Bursa Kervansaray Termal Otel Hamamı: It takes his water from the geothermal spring, thus it is 44 degrees C and rich in calcium ion.
Çemberlitaş Hamamı: It was built by the famous Ottoman architect Sinan in 1584. Having a traditional bath, perfunctory massage, and
kese, a scrubbing using an abrasive mitt is very coveted here. Drinks such as tea and coffee are served. Moreover every customer is
insured against accidents in Hamam.
Galatasaray Hamamı: This elaborate, historical, and touristy hamam was built in 1715 and restored in 1965. Events such as dinners
with belly dancing shows and oriental orchestra sessions are hosted. It is dominatly decorated by stunning marble and fountains.
Süleymaniye Hamamı: This recently restored hamam is part of
the Süleymaniye mosque complex, designed by the Ottoman
architect Sinan and built by Sultan Süleyman the Magnificent.
It‘s one of the very few where men and women bath together.
Sofular Hamamı: This 16th century hamam has separate sections
for men and women, both with clean rooms and elegant decorated.
Sokullu Hamamı: It is located in Edirne and was built by Sinan
in 16th century. Including the building and the garden area it is
one of the largest hamams in Turkey. It has a classic style and an
ornate pool in the center.
Üsküdar Çinili Hamam: This historic hamam , which is located
in the Asian side, is the oldest in the area.
Trabzon Sekiz Direkli Hamam: This hamam is only open for
men except on thursdays.
Sivas Tarihi Meydan Hamamı: It only serves for men.