Türkiye
A city standing on two continents, holding historic mosques, old markets and the cafés along the Bosphorus.
Istanbul is one of the few destinations that satisfies a whole group at once — history for one traveller, markets for another, the strait for anyone who wants quiet, and Turkish cooking for everybody.
The European side holds the landmarks: Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the covered bazaar. The Asian side is calmer and closer to how the city actually lives, and deserves a full day of its own.
Its best quality is that it is walkable. Most of Sultanahmet sits within a short walk, and the tram or a Bosphorus ferry covers the rest.
GMT+3
Two landmarks facing each other across one square. Early morning, before the tour groups arrive.
An afternoon ferry between two continents, past the palaces and wooden waterfront houses.
Thousands of shops under one roof. Take your time — bargaining is part of it.
The city from the top of the tower, then the cafés in the streets below it.
The Ottoman sultans' residence and its historic collections.
A Byzantine underground cistern of lit columns.
Colourful houses, photogenic lanes and small neighbourhood cafés.
The highest view over the city, from the Asian side.
The main pedestrian street, its shops, cafés and red tram.
A full-day ferry trip to islands with no cars.
Four nights between Sultanahmet and the Bosphorus, staying close to the landmarks with a tour of the old city.
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Varies by passport
Entry requirements for Türkiye depend on your passport nationality and can change. We check the current requirements for you and help you prepare the application.
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