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InterNations - The Place for Koreans in Istanbul

Hwangyong-hamnida to all Koreans in Istanbul! Searching for other Koreans in Istanbul? Looking for reliable and useful insider tips from fellow Koreans for example, where in Istanbul can I find a South Korean restaurant? Or where in Istanbul can I find some kimchi?

Join InterNations today and become a member of our Istanbul community. By becoming a member, you will join our active group of South Korean expats, coming from all corners of South Korea, from Seoul, Incheon, Busan, and many more.

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Why you'll love InterNations in Istanbul

91,170

members in Istanbul

Korean members

monthly events

interest-based groups

and countless possibilities for fun and friendship!

Meet fellow Koreans at our events in Istanbul

Attend our monthly events and activities and join various interest-based groups to get to know like-minded expatriates and fellow Koreans in Istanbul.

Walking on Büyükada

12. July 2026, 11:30

24 attendees

The bucolic island of Büyükada has long served as a place of exile from the stress and chaos of Istanbul. On this walk, we will spend the afternoon hours wandering hills and forests that have inspired many writers, artists, and poets throughout the centuries. The walk will take roughly 4.5 hours (i

Legendary Alphaville in Istanbul !

12. July 2026, 19:59

9 attendees

FOREVER YOUNG....BIG IN JAPAN...SOUNDS LIKE A MELODY... Not much to say as it's so self explanatory! Please hurry up before tickets are sold out! Protocol 6,400 TL Cat 1. 4,700 TL Cat 2. 4,000 TL Cat 3. 3,300 TL Cat 4. 2,600 TL Cat 5. 2,100 TL Cat 6. 1,800 TL We'll

Picnic Day

14. July 2026, 18:00

8 attendees

🧺 Picnic Day ☀️ Let’s escape the summer heat and enjoy a picnic at Moda Sahil once the weather cools down! Bring your own food and drinks (wine, beer, juice… whatever you like! 🍷🥤). Don’t forget a picnic blanket or a folding chair. We’ll also play table tennis 🏓 and Jenga. 😄 Come hungry, br

Weekend Concert Amsterdam Escape

15. July 2026, 09:00

3 attendees

Experience an unforgettable journey from Istanbul to Amsterdam for one of the year’s most anticipated live performances — The Weeknd live on stage. 🗓️ 5-Day Program Day 1 – July 15 | Departure & Arrival in Amsterdam ✈️ Flight from Istanbul to Amsterdam 🚐 Private airport transfer & hotel check-in �

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Pursue your hobbies with amazing new friends

Do you want to continue pursuing your hobbies — or discover new ones — while living abroad? You can do that easily in our InterNations Groups, which offer activities based on a wide range of interests. Groups are hosted by dedicated Consuls with at least one activity each month. They organize everything from dinners to sightseeing to board game nights. For example, you can enjoy nature with the Outdoors Group, share your love of music with the Jazz Group, or go on an adventure with the Boat Trips Group. There’s something for everyone!