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5 Days in Istanbul: Unveiling the Secrets of the East 🕌

imaru pimentel

imaru pimentel

10 Jan 2024

Embark on a mesmerizing journey through Istanbul's rich history and vibrant culture. Discover hidden gems, savor delectable cuisine, and immerse yourself in the enchanting atmosphere of this ancient city.

Trip to Istanbul

Day 1Bites, Views, and Art in Galata
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$49

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$ 2

Atom Fırın Ekmek & Su Böreği
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
7 - 9 min

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Miniaturk
Park with Turkish landmarks, including the Blue Mosque, depicted in miniature format.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8
15 - 18 min

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Galata Tower
Restored 14th-century tower and former prison overlooking the Bosphorus with a top-floor restaurant.
11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
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$34
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 :)
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$1
4 - 5 min

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Dükkan Galata
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$3
Day 2Culinary Delights and Historic Wonders
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$27

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$ 1

Lale Lokantası
50 yıldır tamamen hijyenik mutfağımızda hazırlanan zengin Türk mutfağına ait ev yemeklerimizi deneyimli personelimizle sizlerin beğenisine sunmaktayız.
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
2 - 3 min

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Rahmi M. Koç Museum
Museum on transportation, industry & communications with a car collection & some hands-on exhibits.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$15
11 - 14 min

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Egyptian Bazaar
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
4 - 6 min

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Tarihi Temiz Köftecisi
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$7
8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 3Coffee, Palaces, and Modern Art
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$62

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$ 2

Black Cup Coffee
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
7 - 10 min

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Dolmabahçe Palace
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
11 - 14 min

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Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
Riverside museum with Turkish & international modern & contemporary art collections, plus a cinema.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$11
17 - 21 min

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Basilica Cistern
Huge underground Roman water source held up with 336 marble columns covering 9,800 sq. meters.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$16
5 - 8 min

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Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$4
2 - 3 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
Day 4Breakfast Bliss and Cultural Treasures
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$23

Saade Kahvaltı
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$1
8 - 12 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
6 - 9 min

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Istanbul Archaeological Museums
Neoclassical museum showing the country's rich archaeological heritage within landscaped gardens.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$13
7 - 10 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
10 - 15 min

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Day Day Pastanesi
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$5
Day 5Boza, Mosques, and the Grand Bazaar
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$38

Vefa Bozacısı
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$3
7 - 10 min

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Suleymaniye Mosque
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
9 - 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
8 - 12 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4
9 - 14 min

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Topkapi Palace Museum
Huge, opulent 15th-century palace, occupied by sultans for 400 years, housing Ottoman treasures.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$27
8 - 11 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$4

Budget breakdown: $202 In total

Activities & Food:$199
Transport:$3