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Attractions
See all 7 activitiesOpens in new tab- Madame Tussauds Istanbul Ticket
Madame Tussauds Istanbul Ticket
1h 30m4.2/5(6)Free cancellation availablePrice is RM 84per adult
Shopping & fashion
See all 48 activitiesOpens in new tab- Istanbul: 1 or 2-Day Private Guided Tour with Hotel Transfer
Istanbul: 1 or 2-Day Private Guided Tour with Hotel Transfer
7h+5.0/5(2)Free cancellation availablePrice is RM 319per adult
History & culture
See all 439 activitiesOpens in new tab- Best of Istanbul: 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour
Best of Istanbul: 1, 2 or 3-Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour
7h5.0/5(5)Free cancellation availablePrice is RM 878per traveller*
Spa & wellness
See all 15 activitiesOpens in new tab- Historical Turkish Bath Experience
Historical Turkish Bath Experience
Free cancellation availablePrice is RM 181per adult
Wildlife & nature
See all 18 activitiesOpens in new tab- From Istanbul: Full-Day Princes Island Tour with Lunch
From Istanbul: Full-Day Princes Island Tour with Lunch
8h 30mFree cancellation availablePrice is RM 162per adult
Popular places to visit
Blue Mosque
Named for its dazzling interior covered in blue tiles, this is a hub of Istanbul's religious life.
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.
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.
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.
Topkapi Palace
Stately home to the Ottoman sultans for almost 400 years with an array of Turkish design and foreign art.
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
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.
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 Laleli-University Station or Aksaray Station to see more of the city.
Sultanahmet
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Blue Mosque to Grand Bazaar – discover Sultanahmet, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Kadikoy
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Kadikoy. Spend some time visiting top spots like Kalamıs and Fenerbahce Marina, and catch the metro at Bahariye Station or Acibadem Station to see more of the area.
Besiktas
Spend some time visiting places like Zorlu Performing Arts Center while getting to know Besiktas, 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.
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.
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