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21 Places

Hidiv Kasri

Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites

Arap Camii

Sacred & Religious Sites

Beylerbeyi Palace

Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites

Blue Mosque

Sacred & Religious Sites

Rahmi M. Koc Museum

Specialty Museums

Gelik Atakoy

Restaurants

Maiden's Tower

Restaurants

Topkapi Palace

History Museums

Sultanahmet District

Historic Walking Areas, Neighborhoods

Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya)

Architectural Buildings, Sacred & Religious Sites, Historic Sites, History Museums

Bosphorus Strait

Bodies of Water

Basilica Cistern

Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites

Galata Tower

Historic Sites, Observation Decks & Towers

Taksim Square

Neighborhoods

Golden Horn

Historic Walking Areas, Bodies of Water

Eyup Sultan Mosque (Eyup Sultan Camii)

Architectural Buildings, Sacred & Religious Sites, Historic Sites

Dolmabahce Palace

Architectural Buildings

Ortakoy

Neighborhoods

Cicek Pasaji

Points of Interest & Landmarks

Rumeli Fortress

Historic Sites, History Museums

Anadolu Kavagi

Historic Sites

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Hidiv Kasri

Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites

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Arap Camii

Sacred & Religious Sites

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Beylerbeyi Palace

Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites

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Blue Mosque

Sacred & Religious Sites

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Rahmi M. Koc Museum

Specialty Museums

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Gelik Atakoy

Restaurants

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Maiden's Tower

Restaurants

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Topkapi Palace

History Museums

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Sultanahmet District

Historic Walking Areas, Neighborhoods

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Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya)

Architectural Buildings, Sacred & Religious Sites, Historic Sites, History Museums

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Bosphorus Strait

Bodies of Water

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Basilica Cistern

Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites

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Galata Tower

Historic Sites, Observation Decks & Towers

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Taksim Square

Neighborhoods

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Golden Horn

Historic Walking Areas, Bodies of Water

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Eyup Sultan Mosque (Eyup Sultan Camii)

Architectural Buildings, Sacred & Religious Sites, Historic Sites

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Dolmabahce Palace

Architectural Buildings

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Ortakoy

Neighborhoods

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Cicek Pasaji

Points of Interest & Landmarks

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Rumeli Fortress

Historic Sites, History Museums

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Anadolu Kavagi

Historic Sites

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Gokhan T's City Tips

Buy metro ticket and bus ticket seperately Try fish in bosphorus there are chip and luxure restaurants Try Turkish Kebab in "ocakbashi" restaurants (In front of the bbq style restaurants) Dont take a taxi, no need

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Hidiv Kasri
Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites
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Gokhan T Says:
Famous, historical and good to have breakfast.. Try in morning time
Good for
- Foodie
- Peace and Quiet Seeker
- Luxury Traveler
- Trendsetter
- Like a Local
- Family
- Art and Architecture Lover
Tips
- Ticket needed and may be expensive some...
Plan to stay:/ 1-2 hours
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Ranked #136 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
70 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Nice Palace with nice views 04/20/2017
- ´'My Swiss Chalet'' 03/11/2016
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- Hidiv Kasri
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Address:

Hidiv Yolu 32
Cubuklu-Beykoz
Istanbul
Turkey

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Arap Camii
Sacred & Religious Sites
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Gokhan T Says:
The one of the oldest mosque all wooden approximately from 1.000 years ago
Good for
- Peace and Quiet Seeker
- Family
- Art and Architecture Lover
- Hidden Gems
- Like a Local
Tips
- no ticket, just among the streets
Plan to stay:/Less than 1 hour
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Ranked #227 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
21 Reviews
- Oldest mosque in Istanbul 04/18/2017
- Hidden Arab Mosque 09/04/2016
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- Arap Camii
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Phone:

+90 212 237 6205

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Beylerbeyi Palace
Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites
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Gokhan T Says:
Ottoman style historical family residance, feel the presence
Good for
- Peace and Quiet Seeker
- History Buff
- Family
- Art and Architecture Lover
- Trendsetter
- Like a Local
Tips
- Ticket needed, cheap
Plan to stay:/ 1-2 hours
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Ranked #68 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
292 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Palace by the sea 04/17/2017
- great history and also gallery ! 02/13/2017
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- Beylerbeyi Palace
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Address:

Parte asiatica
a orillas del Bosforo
Istanbul
Turkey
Phone:

+90 216 321 9320

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Blue Mosque
Sacred & Religious Sites
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Gokhan T Says:
The famous mosque in Istanbul, no ticket, all free
Good for
- Thrifty Traveler
- Trendsetter
- Like a Local
Tips
- feel the presence
Plan to stay:/ 1-2 hours
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Ranked #3 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
25732 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Beautiful architecture 07/13/2017
- Beautiful Mosaics 07/13/2017
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- Blue Mosque
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Address:

Sultanahmet
Sultanahmet Mah
Istanbul 34122
Turkey
Phone:

+90 212 518 1319

Hours:

Fri
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Sat - Thu
8:30 am - 11:30 am
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
3:30 pm - 4:45 pm
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Rahmi M. Koc Museum
Specialty Museums
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Gokhan T Says:
The museum owned Koc family who has by the biggest Holding in Turkey: Subject is automotive...
Good for
- Luxury Traveler
- Family
- Trendsetter
Tips
- Ticket needed
Plan to stay:/ 2-3 hours
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Ranked #11 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
1162 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- GOOD FOR ANY AGE 07/11/2017
- Beautifully presented 07/04/2017
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- Rahmi M. Koc Museum
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Address:

Haskoy Cad. No: 5
Beyoglu, Haskoy
Istanbul 34445
Turkey
Phone:

+90 212 369 6600

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Gelik Atakoy
Restaurants (Barbecue, Turkish)
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Gokhan T Says:
The famous meat restaurant in Istanbul, delicious and famous
Good for
- Foodie
- Luxury Traveler
- Family
- Trendsetter
Tips
- Gelik Kebap is the best
Plan to stay:/ 1-2 hours
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Ranked #821 of 7,298 restaurants in Istanbul
223 Reviews
- Traditional Meat Restaurant close to the Airport 06/21/2017
- Traditional 05/23/2017
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- Gelik Atakoy
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Address:

Sail yolu Mobil karsIsI Atakoy
Istanbul
Turkey
Phone:

+90 212 560 7282

Hours:

Sun - Sat
11:00 am - 12:00 am
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Maiden's Tower
Restaurants (Turkish, Bar, Barbecue, European)
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Gokhan T Says:
Maiden Tower has a good story and nice to be there
Good for
- Foodie
- Peace and Quiet Seeker
- Luxury Traveler
- Trendsetter
- Like a Local
- Family
- Art and Architecture Lover
Tips
- Ticket needed, there is a restaurant in the land
Plan to stay:/ 1-2 hours
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Ranked #525 of 7,298 restaurants in Istanbul
295 Reviews
- Lovely 01/23/2017
- Very over rated 07/17/2016
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- Maiden's Tower
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Address:

Uskudar, Istanbul, Turkiye
Istanbul
Turkey
Phone:

+90 216 342 4747

Price range:

US$70 - US$100
Hours:

Mon - Fri
9:15 am - 6:45 pm
Sat - Sun
10:00 am - 6:45 pm
8:15 pm - 12:30 am
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Topkapi Palace
History Museums
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Gokhan T Says:
One of the best museum in Istanbul representing Ottoman and Early time of Turkish Republic
Good for
- Must See
- History Buff
- Family
- Art and Architecture Lover
- Trendsetter
- Hidden Gems
Tips
- Ticket needed
Plan to stay:/ More than 3 hours
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Ranked #7 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
20920 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Do not miss the Harem section! 07/13/2017
- Magnifies the ottoman sultanate 07/13/2017
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- Topkapi Palace
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Address:

Cankurtaran Mahallesi, Topkapi Palace Museum, 34122 Fatih/Istanbul, Turkey
Gulhane Park, near Sultanahmet Square
Istanbul
Turkey
Phone:

+90 212 522 4422

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Sultanahmet District
Historic Walking Areas, Neighborhoods
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Gokhan T Says:
The area is nice to buy something and discover back Street in Sultanahmet Area
Good for
- Hidden Gems
- History Buff
- Like a Local
Tips
- No ticket, the area is free
Plan to stay:/ More than 3 hours
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Ranked #4 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
12741 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Get ready to walk! 07/13/2017
- Let's call it old town! 07/13/2017
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- Sultanahmet District
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Address:

Sultanahmet
Istanbul 34012
Turkey
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Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya)
Architectural Buildings, Sacred & Religious Sites, Historic Sites, History Museums
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Gokhan T Says:
Histrorical and famous. All muslims and Christians must see
Good for
- Peace and Quiet Seeker
- Trendsetter
- Hidden Gems
- Like a Local
- History Buff
- Family
- Art and Architecture Lover
Tips
- Ticket needed but cheap
Plan to stay:/ 2-3 hours
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Ranked #1 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
32205 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Another Must See 07/13/2017
- great place 07/13/2017
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- Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya)
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Address:

Ayasofya Square, Sultanahmet
Istanbul
Turkey
Phone:

+90 212 522 1750

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Bosphorus Strait
Bodies of Water
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Gokhan T Says:
Discover the Bosphorus..There are too many place to visit so try to be at the both side of Bosphorus. How? Take a publis boat, chip or luxure all available!
Good for
- Foodie
- Peace and Quiet Seeker
- Must See
- Luxury Traveler
- Thrifty Traveler
- Trendsetter
- Like a Local
- Family
Tips
- Try fish always..but just from the sea
Plan to stay:/ More than 3 hours
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Ranked #8 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
8727 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Tour of the golden horn 07/13/2017
- Narrow body of water seperates old and modern architectures 07/13/2017
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- Bosphorus Strait
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Basilica Cistern
Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites
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Gokhan T Says:
One of the best museum in Istanbul, from the ages... Under ground!
Good for
- Must See
- History Buff
- Family
- Art and Architecture Lover
- Trendsetter
- Like a Local
Tips
- Ticket needed
Plan to stay:/ More than 3 hours
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Ranked #6 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
24861 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Beat the heat! 07/13/2017
- A place that you must visit. 07/12/2017
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- Basilica Cistern
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Address:

Alemdar Mahallesi, Yerebatan Caddesi, No:1/3
Istanbul 34410
Turkey
Phone:

+90 212 512 1570

Hours:

Sun - Sat
9:00 am - 5:30 pm
Other:

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Galata Tower
Historic Sites, Observation Decks & Towers
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Gokhan T Says:
Galata Tower from ages..Galata Chevalier... You must see the tower and try some delicious food in Galata
Good for
- Thrifty Traveler
- Trendsetter
- Hidden Gems
- Like a Local
- History Buff
- Family
- Art and Architecture Lover
Tips
- Ticket needed
Plan to stay:/ 1-2 hours
From the community

Ranked #20 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
6595 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Wonderful view, worth the wait 07/13/2017
- Galata tower 07/12/2017
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- Galata Tower
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Address:

Buyuk Hendek Cad.
Istanbul
Turkey
Phone:

+90 212 293 8180

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Taksim Square
Neighborhoods
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Gokhan T Says:
Taksim Square is the biggest and crowded area in Istanbul.. Hotels, restaurants, suvenir and gifts
Good for
- Shopping Fanatic
- Family
- Like a Local
Tips
- No ticket needed
Plan to stay:/ More than 3 hours
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Ranked #67 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
1965 Reviews
- You should always visit.... 07/13/2017
- Monument of Republic 07/12/2017
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- Taksim Square
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Address:

Gumussuyu Mh.
Beyoglu
Istanbul 34437
Turkey

Hours:

Sun - Sat
12:00 am - 11:59 pm
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Golden Horn
Historic Walking Areas, Bodies of Water
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Gokhan T Says:
Golden Horn... Try cheap bread&fish in boat-bbq with a drink Ask the strories of Golden Horn
Good for
- Family
- Trendsetter
- Hidden Gems
- Like a Local
Tips
- Try soem fish in bbg&boat style
Plan to stay:/ 2-3 hours
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Ranked #39 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
547 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Holiday Trip 07/04/2017
- Try to get a hotel in this area and you are near every thing 06/26/2017
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- Golden Horn
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Address:

Halic
Eminonu/Cagaloglu, Fatih
Istanbul
Turkey

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Eyup Sultan Mosque (Eyup Sultan Camii)
Architectural Buildings, Sacred & Religious Sites, Historic Sites
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Gokhan T Says:
Discover the historical mosque and listen Eyüp Soultan
Good for
- History Buff
- Family
- Thrifty Traveler
- Trendsetter
- Hidden Gems
- Like a Local
Tips
- No ticket needed, obey the islamic rules (easy)
Plan to stay:/ 2-3 hours
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Ranked #15 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
1427 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Historical yet overlooked 07/11/2017
- Really blessed place 07/08/2017
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- Eyup Sultan Mosque (Eyup Sultan Camii)
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Address:

Camii Kebir Caddesi
Eyüp. Meydani
Istanbul
Turkey
Phone:

0096597777110
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Dolmabahce Palace
Architectural Buildings
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Gokhan T Says:
One of the best in Istanbul... Discover the hidden place of Dolmabahce
Good for
- Art and Architecture Lover
- Hidden Gems
- History Buff
Tips
- Ticket needed
Plan to stay:/ More than 3 hours
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Ranked #10 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
5100 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Amazing 07/11/2017
- Beautiful palace 07/11/2017
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- Dolmabahce Palace
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Phone:

+90 212 236 9000

Hours:

Tue - Sun
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Ortakoy
Neighborhoods
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Gokhan T Says:
You can see historical bplacess hand-make bazaars. Take a seat in a cafee in Ortaköy seaside
Good for
- Thrifty Traveler
- Hidden Gems
- Like a Local
Tips
- Open area all free to visit everywhere
Plan to stay:/ More than 3 hours
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Ranked #27 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
1339 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Must go 07/13/2017
- a place to visit 07/11/2017
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- Ortakoy
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Address:

Bosphorus suburbs
Istanbul
Turkey

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Cicek Pasaji
Points of Interest & Landmarks
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Gokhan T Says:
The historical place give you a chance to taste local foods.
Good for
- Foodie
- Like a Local
Tips
- No ticket needed, it is a free area for shopping and food
Plan to stay:/ 2-3 hours
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Ranked #130 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
180 Reviews
- Ceneviz meyhanesi istanbul 07/10/2017
- Nice pasage 06/27/2017
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- Cicek Pasaji
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Address:

Huseyinaga Mh
Beyoglu
Istanbul
Turkey
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Rumeli Fortress
Historic Sites, History Museums
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Gokhan T Says:
The historical place for you.. There are not soo many things to see but if you enjoy climbing the Wall and be a part of towers so visit..
Good for
- History Buff
Tips
- Not Crowded whenever you go there wont be a problem in day time
Plan to stay:/ 2-3 hours
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Ranked #35 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
669 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Awesome 07/13/2017
- Looks more impressive from the boat 07/11/2017
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- Rumeli Fortress
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Address:

Tarabya Yenikoy Cad.
Istanbul
Turkey
Phone:

+90 212 263 5305

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Anadolu Kavagi
Historic Sites
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Gokhan T Says:
Boats, fish and seaside in Istanbul... One of the best seaside area in Istanbul
Good for
- Family
- Thrifty Traveler
- Like a Local
Plan to stay:/ 2-3 hours
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Ranked #89 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
293 Reviews
Certificate of Excellence 2014
- Splendid! 05/11/2017
- Nice location but not much to do 04/19/2017
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- Anadolu Kavagi
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Address:

Anadolu KavagI
Istanbul
Turkey
Phone:

+90 216 320 2056

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