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3 Days in Istanbul: Unveiling History and Savoring Local Delights

Familia Hernandez Perez

13 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Istanbul's rich history and vibrant culinary scene. Discover hidden gems, explore ancient marvels, and indulge in mouthwatering local delicacies. Join me as I uncover the secrets of this enchanting city.

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Pide Delights, Bazaars, and Ottoman Charms

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$288

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$ 4

Oz Develi Pidecisi

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$54

3 - 4 min

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Directions

Egyptian Bazaar

Covered, 17th-century market known as the Egyptian Bazaar, with spice, food & textile shops.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Basilica Cistern

Huge underground Roman water source held up with 336 marble columns covering 9,800 sq. meters.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$96

8 - 11 min

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Gülhane Park

Venerable, tranquil forested park featuring gardens, paths, a creek & a science museum.

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Çengelköy Börekçisi

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$60

4 - 5 min

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Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$78

Day 2Culinary Delights, Architectural Wonders, and a Historic Mosque

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$180

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$ 7

Fuego Restaurant

Fuego brings together over 25 years of international culinary experience and provides authentic hospitality to local and international guests.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

6 - 9 min

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Hagia Sophia

Iconic, storied mosque set within a vast, domed former Byzantine church with stained-glass windows.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

11 - 14 min

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Grand Bazaar

Historic sprawling network of indoor souks & market streets peddling leather, jewelry & gifts.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

10 - 15 min

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Suleymaniye Mosque

Ornate 16th-century mosque with gardens, plus a terrace with views over the Golden Horn.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

5 - 8 min

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Karadeniz Restaurant

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$78

14 - 17 min

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Directions

Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$54

Day 3Literary Cafes, Majestic Palaces, and BBQ Extravaganza

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$714

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$ 10

Çayistanbul Kitap&Kafe

Türkiye'nin en keyifli Kitap Kafesi. Açık ve kapalı bahçemiz 73 çeşit çayımız ile Eyüp ve Fatih'deyiz.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$48

3 - 4 min

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Eyüp Sultan Mosque

A friend of the prophet Muhammad is thought to be buried at this 15-century mosque rebuilt in 1800.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

16 - 20 min

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Galata Tower

Restored 14th-century tower and former prison overlooking the Bosphorus with a top-floor restaurant.

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

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$204

8 - 10 min

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Topkapi Palace Museum

Huge, opulent 15th-century palace, occupied by sultans for 400 years, housing Ottoman treasures.

11:45 AM - 1:15 PM

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$162

21 - 26 min

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Black Cup Coffee

1:45 PM - 3:15 PM

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$90

7 - 10 min

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Dolmabahçe Palace

Grand, domed sultan's palace, now a museum, including collections of art, calligraphy and carpets.

3:15 PM - 4:15 PM

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$144

18 - 27 min

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Just BBQ

Kısık ateşte yavaş pişim tekniği ile gerçek barbekü lezzetini İstanbul'un kalbi Akaretler'e taşıyan geleneksel barbekü restoranı. Kiraz odunu

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$66

Budget breakdown: $1201 In total

Activities & Food:$1182

Transport:$19