Two continents, three empires, one city
An independent guide to Istanbul — 95 mosques, museums, palaces, bazaars and neighborhoods, walked and written up first-hand.
The ones you came for
Hagia Sophia
If you’re someone who loves to visit buildings which literally take the breath right from your body, then the Hagia Sophia is the spot for you.
Blue Mosque
The Blue Mosque is a functioning mosque, it is one of the most visited spots in the entire city. People flock from everywhere to see the wonder and beauty.
Topkapi Palace
Topkapi Palace is the largest and the oldest palace surviving in today’s world. The breathtaking architecture will leave you in awe of this place.
Basilica Cistern
One of Istanbul’s most popular spots, Basilica Cistern is located in Sultanahmet, and is a historical, cultural, and downright amazing place to visit!
Grand Bazaar
One place you have to visit when you head to Istanbul is the large, colourful, busy, and maze-like Grand Bazaar for an experience which cannot be bettered.
Galata Tower
Combining one of the best photography spots in the entire city, with some of the most ancient history around, is Galata Tower.
Istanbul by category
Day-by-day itineraries
3 DAYS IN ISTANBUL FOR HISTORY LOVERS
Turkey is a come pleasant spot to spend a romantic holiday with your partner. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world to be chosen as a honeymoon for newlyweds.
5 DAYS IN ISTANBUL FOR SHOPPING LOVERS
Turkey is a come pleasant spot to spend a romantic holiday with your partner. It is one of the most beautiful places as a honeymoon for newlyweds.
5 DAYS IN ISTANBUL TO VISIT BEAUTIFUL BUILDING AND STRUCTURES
Turkey is a come pleasant spot to spend a romantic holiday with your partner. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world to be chosen as a honeymoon for newlyweds.
Neighborhoods
The essentials
How to get in from either airport, how the ferries and the metro fit together, and the history that explains what you're standing in front of.
Where to stay in Istanbul
Sultanahmet for the sights, Beyoglu for the nightlife, Kadikoy for the food. Live rates below.
From the guide
Turkish Street Food To Try In Istanbul
In this blog post, we introduce you to the best Turkish street food in Istanbul, from Savory street foods to sweet treats and traditional Turkish beverages.
3 DAYS IN ISTANBUL FOR HISTORY LOVERS
Turkey is a come pleasant spot to spend a romantic holiday with your partner. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world to be chosen as a honeymoon for newlyweds.
5 DAYS IN ISTANBUL FOR SHOPPING LOVERS
Turkey is a come pleasant spot to spend a romantic holiday with your partner. It is one of the most beautiful places as a honeymoon for newlyweds.