4 Days in Istanbul: Unveiling Ancient Marvels and Culinary Delights

devrim beyaztaş

19 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling journey through Istanbul's rich history and vibrant food scene. Discover hidden gems, visit iconic landmarks, and savor delicious Turkish cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable adventure in the heart of Turkey!

Trip to Istanbul

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1From Underground Wonders to Towering Views

$91

$ 1

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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1 - 2 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$16

7 - 10 min

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Neoclassical museum showing the country's rich archaeological heritage within landscaped gardens.

10:30 AM - 1:30 PM

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$13

13 - 16 min

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Hatıralarla yaşayan bir cafe, Anne elinden lezzetler, Antika fincanlarda servis edilen kahve ve çay keyfi, Günün her saati kahvaltı saati :)

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$10

1 - 2 min

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

3:30 PM - 4:15 PM

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$34

3 - 4 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 2A Tapestry of Culture, Art, and Gastronomy

$52

$ 1

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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8 - 12 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Palace museum of Islamic & Turkish art, opened in 1983 & displaying ceramics, carpets & glassware.

11:00 AM - 12:30 PM

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$11

8 - 11 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

8 - 12 min

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

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Riverside museum with Turkish & international modern & contemporary art collections, plus a cinema.

4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$11

13 - 20 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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Day 3Palaces, Bazaars, and Coffee Bliss

$100

$ 3

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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7 - 10 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$24

12 - 15 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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$27

6 - 8 min

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

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

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$15

12 - 17 min

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Historical center featuring a large panoramic painting of the conquest of Constantinople.

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

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$15

8 - 10 min

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Taş fırında elle açılan Enfes İtalyan Pizzaları Ayrıca Dünya Mutfağından seçmeler

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$11

Day 4Mosques, Miniatures, and Literary Escape

$43

$ 2

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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9 - 14 min

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

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

17 - 21 min

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

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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15 - 22 min

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1:00 PM - 2:30 PM

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$13

11 - 14 min

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

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$13

Budget breakdown: $291 In total

Activities & Food:$286

Transport:$5