Attractions

This is the massive, centuries-old covered market at the heart of the old city. It's a labyrinth of streets under a single roof, packed with thousands of shops selling everything from carpets to jewelry.

Fatih

bazaar

Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia is a monumental building that has served as a church, mosque, and museum. Its massive dome and layered history make it a central landmark in Istanbul.

TL 1500·1h30m

Fatih·Covered

historic

Kılıç Ali Paşa Hamam

A historic Turkish bath designed by the great architect Mimar Sinan in the late 16th century. It's a working hamam where you can still get a traditional scrub and massage.

Varies·1h30m

Beyoğlu

hamam

Yedikule Fortress

A massive Byzantine and Ottoman fortress with thick walls and towers. It's a sprawling, atmospheric ruin where you can walk the ramparts and see the old Golden Gate.

Varies·1h30m

Fatih

historic

Yıldız Palace

A sprawling 19th-century palace complex built as an imperial residence, set within a large park in Beşiktaş. It's a quieter, more fragmented alternative to the grander Topkapı or Dolmabahçe palaces.

Varies·2h

Beşiktaş

historic

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Bosphorus Sunset Cruise

Hagia Sophia Skip-the-Line Ticket

Old City Walking Tour with Guide

Kadıköy Food Tour

Cappadocia Day Trip from Istanbul