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3 Days in Istanbul: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Hidden Delights

Tufan SOYALTUN

11 Jan 2024

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Embark on a thrilling journey through Istanbul's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover iconic landmarks, wander through bustling bazaars, and savor mouthwatering local delicacies. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Turkey!

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Icons of the Past and Culinary Delights

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$78

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$ 4

Ataşehir Hera Suit & Residence

Depart from your stay 🏨

35 - 42 min

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Directions

Hagia Sophia

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Basilica Cistern

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

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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$32

7 - 9 min

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Egyptian Bazaar

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

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

4 - 6 min

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Directions

Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$20

8 - 12 min

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Directions

Çengelköy Börekçisi

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$26

Day 2Treasures of the Bazaar and Ottoman Splendor

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$98

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$ 4

Ataşehir Hera Suit & Residence

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 min

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Directions

Grand Bazaar

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

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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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.

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

15 - 18 min

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Topkapi Palace Museum

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

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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$54

8 - 11 min

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Çengelköy Börekçisi

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$26

4 - 5 min

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Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$18

Day 3Palaces, Miniatures, and Towering Views

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$184

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$ 5

Ataşehir Hera Suit & Residence

Depart from your stay 🏨

27 - 33 min

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Directions

Dolmabahçe Palace

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

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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$48

12 - 15 min

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Miniaturk

Park with Turkish landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, depicted in miniature format.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$16

15 - 18 min

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Galata Tower

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

12:00 PM - 12:45 PM

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$68

1 - 2 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 :)

1:15 PM - 2:45 PM

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$30

4 - 5 min

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Dükkan Galata

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$22

Budget breakdown: $371 In total

Activities & Food:$360

Transport:$11