Things to do in Istanbul
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Most popular experiences in Istanbul
Food, drink & nightlife
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Taste of Two Continents: Istanbul Food Tour
Shows & concerts
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Bosphorus Dinner & Show Cruise (All Inclusive)
Shopping & fashion
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Monuments of Ottoman Empire Tour - Skip the Line Tickets
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Turkish Baths Experience at Cemberlitas Hamam with Private Transfer
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Popular places to visit
Grand Bazaar
Visit one of the biggest and oldest covered markets in the world, a real taste (and smell and sound!) of the diversity that Turkey has to offer.
Blue Mosque
Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.
Hagia Sophia
A world famous monument to the ever-changing history of Istanbul, and one of the largest churches in the world.
Galata Tower
Standing for over 650 years, this imposing cylindrical lookout point continues to offer special views over the city of Istanbul.
Topkapi Palace
Stately home to the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years with an array of Turkish design and foreign art.
Bosphorus Bridge
Travel from Europe to Asia on the first bridge to connect the two continents, admire the bridge from below during a cruise and visit centuries-old buildings.
Dolmabahce Palace
A monument to the opulence of the rulers of the Ottoman Empire, with a notable clock tower, gardens and mosque.
Basilica Cistern
'The Sunken Palace' is the biggest of the hundreds of underground reservoirs underneath the streets of Istanbul, dating from Byzantine Constantinople.
Süleymaniye Mosque
Admire the stunning exterior architecture and captivating interior design of the grandest mosque in Istanbul.
Areas of Istanbul
Istanbul City Center
Known for its charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Istanbul City Center. Check out top attractions like Grand Bazaar and Blue Mosque, and jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Aksaray Tram Station to see more of the city.
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Hagia Sophia – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Taksim
Enjoy the popular shops in Taksim. Taksim Square is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Taksim Station or Findikli Station to see more of Istanbul.
Kadıköy
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadıköy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Hagia Sophia, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem Station to see more of the area.
Fatih
Enjoy the popular shops in Fatih. Grand Bazaar is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Aksaray Station or Yusufpasa Station to see more of Istanbul.
Beşiktaş
Spend some time visiting places like Taksim Square while getting to know Beşiktaş, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Nispetiye Station or Etiler Station to see more of the area.
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