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Sogukcesme Sokak
Ollie #71 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Panorama 1453
Ollie #72 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  6.4 km from city centre
Eminonu Pier
Ollie #73 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Attraction type  Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Turkish Haman
Ollie #74 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
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Taksim Square
Ollie #75 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
3.5 of 5 stars 78 reviews
Owner description: This city square is the heart of the modern section of Istanbul. Many hotels and restaurants can be found here, and it is also the gathering place for...... more » Owner description: This city square is the heart of the modern section of Istanbul. Many hotels and restaurants can be found here, and it is also the gathering place for locals to celebrate New Year's Eve. « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Neighbourhoods
Distance  4.6 km from city centre
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Yedikule (Castle of the Seven Towers)
As featured in Istanbul off the beaten path
Ollie #76 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4 of 5 stars 14 reviews
This fortress of walls helped to protect the city but its towers were also used to house prisoners as well as the state's treasury.
Attraction type  Ancient Ruins; Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Balat
Ollie #77 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Owner description: This neighborhood of Istanbul was once known as the Jewish quarter of the city. Today you can still find many synagogues here, as well as a more...... more » Owner description: This neighborhood of Istanbul was once known as the Jewish quarter of the city. Today you can still find many synagogues here, as well as a more diverse group of residents. « less
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
Turk Telekom Arena
Ollie #78 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
3.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
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Cemberlitas Hamami
Ollie #79 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
3.5 of 5 stars 216 reviews

Great old Hamam! Ideal to unwind after a long day of meetings (or sightseeing) for a bit over an hour. There's a separated male and female section. Main entrance hall holds a... more »

Attraction type  Spas
Distance  3.8 km from city centre
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Sadberk Hanim Museum
Ollie #80 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  14.6 km from city centre
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Fenerbahce
Ollie #81 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Istanbul Dolphinarium
As featured in Istanbul for young kids
Ollie #82 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: Istanbul Dolphinarium, the largest indoor dolphinarium in Europe, puts on fun one-hour Sea-World-style shows with dolphins jumping through hoops,...... more » Owner description: Istanbul Dolphinarium, the largest indoor dolphinarium in Europe, puts on fun one-hour Sea-World-style shows with dolphins jumping through hoops, catching Frisbees and doing other charming tricks. For extra fees there are programs that allow you to swim or SCUBA dive with the dolphins. There are even individual dolphin-therapy sessions for kids. « less
Attraction type  Aquariums
Distance  14.7 km from city centre
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Cicek Pasaji
As featured in Istanbul off the beaten path
Ollie #83 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
3.5 of 5 stars 26 reviews
Owner description: Also know as the Flower Passage, the courtyard of the Cité de Péra building was once the favored spot for local flower-sellers. Today, the lively...... more » Owner description: Also know as the Flower Passage, the courtyard of the Cité de Péra building was once the favored spot for local flower-sellers. Today, the lively area is home to many restaurants, taverns and shops. « less
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
1001 Direk Sarnici
Ollie #84 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Bodies of Water; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Borusan Contemporary
Ollie #85 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Art Museums
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Mihrimah Sultan Mosque
Ollie #86 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Noted for its interesting construction and exceptionally high dome, this mosque was built in 1557 for the daughter of a Sultan.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Cagaloglu Hamami
Ollie #87 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
3 of 5 stars 97 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
Distance  3.5 km from city centre
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Road Runner Travel - Day Tours
Ollie #88 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Distance  0.3 km from city centre
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Yildiz Park
Ollie #89 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
4 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  2.6 km from city centre
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Istanbul Arkeoloji Muzeleri
Ollie #90 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Distance  2.1 km from city centre
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