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A Week in Istanbul: Exploring the Rich Culture and Delightful Cuisine

Imane CHEIKH

Imane CHEIKH

20 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling journey through Istanbul, Turkey as I discover hidden gems, indulge in delicious food, and immerse myself in the vibrant local culture. From historic landmarks like Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace to charming cafes and bustling markets, this itinerary is packed with unforgettable experiences. Get ready for an adventure of a lifetime!

Trip to Istanbul

Day 1
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$7

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$ 3

Archeo Café and Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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Black Cup Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
34 - 41 min

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İBB Emirgan Korusu
Lush public park featuring an array of plants, 2 ponds, jogging paths & play equipment for kids.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
12 - 17 min

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Color. Full. Bakery
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$1
9 - 11 min

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Emek Mantı Evi
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
47 - 57 min

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The Blue Mosque
Well-known site, also known as the Blue Mosque, built in 1616 & containing its founder's tomb.
No time set
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Free
Day 2
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$10

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$ 2

Archeo Café and Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 15 min

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Laledan Restaurant
Laledan Restaurant, on the hotel building’s ground floor, serves the richest breakfast buffet in town with over 250 delicious items, 80 percent of which are made with locally sourced organic ingredients. The Legendary Çırağan Brunch on Sundays is from 12:00 noon to 4:00 pm.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
11 - 16 min

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Yıldız Park
Suburban public park with cafes & a hilltop museum in an Ottoman palace dating from the 1880s.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Velvet Cafe
Hatıralarla yaşayan bir cafe, Anne elinden lezzetler, Antika fincanlarda servis edilen kahve ve çay keyfi, Günün her saati kahvaltı saati :)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$7
4 - 5 min

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Dükkan Galata
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$2
18 - 27 min

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Çiçek Pasajı
Historic passageway between 2 streets, featuring ornate architecture, shops & cafes.
No time set
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Free
Day 3
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$11

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$ 2

Archeo Café and Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

6 - 8 min

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Kurukahveci Nuri Toplar
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
1 - 2 min

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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 - 16 min

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Suleymaniye Mosque
Ornate 16th-century mosque with gardens, plus a terrace with views over the Golden Horn.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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Fatih Mosque
Huge hilltop mosque rebuilt in the 1700s, with 4 semi-domes around a central dome, plus 2 minarets.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Malta Fırını Ekmek&Unlu Mamüller
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$4
14 - 21 min

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Karadeniz Restaurant
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 4
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$9

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$ 2

Archeo Café and Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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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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$1
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
23 - 28 min

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Hagia Sophia
Iconic, storied mosque set within a vast, domed former Byzantine church with stained-glass windows.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$1
2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
12 - 18 min

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Beyazıt Mosque
Imperial mosque complex built in the early 1500's including a school, baths & a soup kitchen.
No time set
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Free
Day 5
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$17

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$ 2

Archeo Café and Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

15 - 18 min

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Day Day Pastanesi
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
4 - 5 min

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Grand Bazaar
Historic sprawling network of indoor souks & market streets peddling leather, jewelry & gifts.
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Gülhane Park
Venerable, tranquil forested park featuring gardens, paths, a creek & a science museum.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
0
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$7
Day 6
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$2

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$ 2

Archeo Café and Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Saade Kahvaltı
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$2
Day 7
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$0

Archeo Café and Hostel

Depart from your stay 🏨

Budget breakdown: $66 In total

Activities & Food:$56
Transport:$10