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Things to See and Do in Istanbul

I focus here on useful and practical information about things to see and do in Istanbul. This means that I don’t want to reiterate the (already well known) history about the many sightseeing spots. Instead, I focus on practical tips for visiting the numerous places of interest. These include the best way to reach some places, money-saving tips, etc. In the Locals Share section, locals let you in on their favorite places to visit, shop, wine, and dine.

Istanbul sunset from the Bosphorus
Photo by Moyan Brenn ©

Sightseeing

  1. General
    • Opening Hours of Istanbul Sightseeing Spots and Attractions
    • Entrance Fees of Istanbul’s Main Tourist Attractions
    • What is the Istanbul Museum Pass, and Should I Get One?
    • I Used Istanbul Tourist Pass For 3 Days: Is It Worth It?
  2. Museums
    • Hagia Sophia – Church Turned Mosque Turned Museum
    • Are Istanbul’s Archaeology Museums Worth Your Time?
  3. Palaces
    • Little Known Ways to Make the Most of Topkapi Palace
    • See How Easily You Can Visit the Harem of Topkapi Palace
    • Dolmabahçe Palace, Turkey’s Biggest Palace
    • Guided Tours in Dolmabahçe Palace
  4. Mosques
    • If You Don’t Visit the Süleymaniye Mosque, You’ll Regret It Later
    • The Blue Mosque – One of the Most Famous Misunderstandings
  5. Places of Interest
    • What Bosphorus Cruise Tour to Take in Istanbul?
    • Why and How Should You Visit the Princes’ Islands in Istanbul?
    • Is Büyükada the Only Princes’ Island of Istanbul I Should Visit?
    • Where to See the Whirling Dervishes in Istanbul?
    • Whirling Dervishes Ceremony at Hodjapasha Cultural Center Review
    • The Basilica Cistern, the Coolest Spot in Town
    • Don’t Miss the 360º Panoramic View from Istanbul’s Galata Tower
    • The Grand Bazaar of Istanbul, World’s Oldest and Biggest Covered Market
    • How to Bargain Like a Pro in Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar and Elsewhere
    • The Egyptian or Spice Bazaar, the Hottest Spot in Town
    • Big Bus Istanbul Gets You Up to Speed
    • Rhythm of The Dance Show at Hodjapasha Cultural Center Review
    • Is the Asian Side of Istanbul Worth Visiting — Part 1
    • Is the Asian Side of Istanbul Worth Visiting — Part 2
    • Why Madame Tussauds Istanbul Is Worth a Visit – Even with Kids
    • Bebek, Istanbul’s Trendy Village Along the Bosphorus
    • Istanbul Aquarium, a Spectacular Tourist Attraction
    • Don’t Miss the International Tulip Festival
    • The Jewish Community and Notable Synagogues in Istanbul
    • The Golden Horn

Relaxing

  • What to Expect When Visiting a Turkish Bath or Hamam?
  • Things You Did Not Know About Turkish Baths or Hamams
  • Top Hotel Pools in Istanbul

Itineraries

  • Istanbul Tour in Balat Including Chora Church, City Walls, and the Patriarchate

Locals Share Their Istanbul Experiences

  • Aslı Lale Özgen
  • Dilara İnan Özbay
  • Seçil Erdoğan
  • Ali Kambay
  • Anıl Dündar
  • Aykut Kaya
  • Dumrul Alcici
  • Ekrem Başarır
  • Emrah Çağatay
  • Görkem Gül
  • Murat Avcı
  • Orkun Özbay
  • Volkan Çobanoğlu

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