Attractions
Little Known Ways to Make the Most of Topkapi Palace – Part 1
Topkapi Palace (Topkapı Sarayı) is undoubtedly one of Istanbul’s top tourist attractions. Strategically located on Seraglio Point (Sarayburnu) in the historical part of Istanbul, it has been the heart of the Ottoman Empire and the
Big Bus Istanbul Gets You Up to Speed
Big Buses blend into the Istanbul background very well. You don’t see them unless you pay attention. And once you do, you start seeing Big Bus Istanbul’s brown double-deckers everywhere. They take hundreds of tourists
I Used Istanbul Tourist Pass For 3 Days: Is It Worth It?
Is buying the Istanbul Tourist Pass something I should consider, people often ask me. Since I had never used it, I always found it hard to answer this question. Sure, I could do a few
Entrance Fees of Istanbul’s Main Tourist Attractions
The entrance fees for Istanbul’s main tourist attractions range from free to 2000 TL per person. Often children can go in for free, but different sightseeing spots have different age limits. The overview below also
Opening Hours of Istanbul Sightseeing Spots and Attractions
Have a look at the opening hours of Istanbul’s main tourist attractions when planning a city trip to Istanbul, so you don’t find yourself standing in front of a closed door. Sightseeing spots such as the
Hagia Sophia – Church Turned Mosque Turned Museum Turned Mosque Again
The Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya) is among Istanbul’s most famous and fascinating monuments. This ‘church of divine wisdom’ was inaugurated by Emperor Justinian on 26 December 537, converted into a mosque in 1453 and declared a
Review of Rhythm of The Dance Show at Hodjapasha Cultural Center
Rhythm of The Dance is one of the shows you can enjoy at Hodjapasha. The cultural center was once a bathhouse that is now converted into a dance theater. It is a place where tourists
Why Madame Tussauds Istanbul Is Worth a Visit – Even with Kids
Why go to Madame Tussauds in Istanbul? After all, the museums can be found in many cities on four different continents. Here’s why the wax museum is such a popular attraction. Madame Tussauds is conveniently
