Istanbul
Slow travel between Europe and Asia. Coliving, work, immersion in a world city.
Le pont entre deux continents : bazars, mosquées, et tech hubs. Les Mira Amigos stambouliotes te font découvrir la vraie vie locale, du Bosphore aux quartiers cachés.
Istanbul is the destination that surprises most. It's not a stopover city — it's a metropolis of 16 million people with first-class infrastructure, one of the world's richest creative and food scenes, and a euro that goes twice as far as in Western Europe. The UTC+3 timezone is offset but manageable for most EU profiles. And unlike Bali or Medellín, Istanbul is also a city your clients and employers don't consider a risk.
Value: the Turkish lira makes everything 40–60% cheaper than Europe, even high-end restaurants
Position: a literal bridge between Europe and Asia, 3 hours from Paris by plane
Infrastructure: metro, ferry, fiber 5G, one of the highest-rated international airports in the world
Neighborhood
Neighbourhood selected by our team — central, safe, suited for remote work
Internet
High-speed fiber guaranteed
Climate
Hot summers 30–35°C. Ideal autumn 18–25°C. Winter 0–10°C. Best period: Apr. to June, Sept. to Nov.
Safety
High in nomad neighbourhoods (Karaköy, Beyoğlu, Beşiktaş). Stay alert in heavy tourist zones. Use Uber or BiTaksi
What you need to know
The neighborhood & space
Your living and working space in Istanbul
Every Mira space is selected by our team to meet our standards: fiber connection, quiet work areas, welcoming common spaces, central and safe neighbourhood. The exact location and photos are shared once your stay is confirmed.
Neighborhood
Neighbourhood selected by our team — central, safe, suited for remote work
What we look for
- High-speed fiber Wi-Fi
- Dedicated workspace
- Common areas
- Equipped kitchen
Examples of on-site experiences
Bosphorus Cruise
Private boat cruise between Europe and Asia at sunset. Mosques, Ottoman palaces and an illuminated skyline drifting past from the water.
Grand Bazaar Discovery
Guided tour through one of the world's oldest covered markets: 4,000 shops, craftspeople, spices, lamps — with a local who knows every corner.
Turkish Cooking Workshop
Learn to prepare traditional Turkish dishes (mantı, lahmacun, baklava) in a local workshop, then sit down and enjoy the result.
Included
- Coliving or hotel accommodation & coworking
- High-speed fiber Wi-Fi guaranteed
- Round-trip flights & airport transfers
- 1 e-visa & 24/7 assistance
- Local connections & included activities
Not included
- Meals
- Local taxes
