Category: Istanbul Attractions

Most “Things to Do in Istanbul” guides are total BS. What they do is to list popular places and that’s it. We’ll go in a different direction. I’ll list not only the historical places (some of them still a must and will be included) but give you the best places to eat kebabs, drink Turkish…

Apart from the tourist attraction that this city is known for, the city of Istanbul absorbs a large number of tourists from different geographical regions, from Eastern Asia, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and America’s continent in order to do shopping and roll around in its bazaars and markets. The importance of tourists who come…

In this article, I aim to introduce the must-see churches in Istanbul and provide a brief explanation about each if possible. 1. Hagia Sophia: Conversion to Islam The Hagia Sophia (Holy Wisdom in ancient Greek language) is the biggest mosque and a symbol for the City of Istanbul, used to be a Cathedral for the…

With more than 50 different beaches for various purposes, whether running, swimming, partying, family style, or a private one, Istanbul beaches will satisfy your urge to get yourself floated.  Here are the best beaches in Istanbul! 1. Florya Beach: Great Sunny Union One of the best places to enjoy sunny weather and the smooth wind…

Turkey is a huge country. If you want to see the whole country, you need months and even years! There are so many places such as castles, archaeological remains, palaces, churches, mosques, and modern buildings to visit from the east to the west, from Kars to Edirne. There are archaeological sites of Byzantine times and…

Summer is the ideal season to revel in this magnificent city, with its captivating Bosphorus, bustling urban spaces, and rich historical landmarks. Although Istanbul typically experiences an average temperature range of 20 °C to 29 °C, it can get even warmer in the afternoon, reaching up to 38 °C due to humidity. However, as long…

Imagine a famous metropolitan in which everything you can think of exists including islands to escape! You imagined correctly; it is of course Istanbul we are talking about here. The city welcomes you with one of her numerous treasures: The Princes’ Islands. Let’s get to know these beauties, shall we? The Princes’ Islands (in plural…

Istanbul is beautiful year-round. In spring, trees blossom and a gentle breeze flows. In summer, there’s sun and cool sea air. Winter can be chilly, with temperatures ranging from -1 to 9 °C. Prepare for rain, wind, and snow by dressing appropriately and bringing moisturizer. Yet, there are still tons of things to do in…

Coco Chanel once famously said: “Best things in life are free. The second best are very expensive.” She was so right. Depending on the rotation, traveling abroad may be very costly, yet there remain quite a few free options that come with the cities themselves. Istanbul is one of them. So, I got you 9…

Exploring a city that is full of history and culture might be very challenging but also quite funny, especially the mentioned city is İstanbul! Whether you are a backpacker, business traveler, or a visitor with very little time, there are so many things to do in 24 hours in this magical city. Being a capital…