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Visiting Istanbul with family.

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Istanbul is city and historical monument good for family with teenagers to feel the traces of ages and ancient also to eat Turkish food and to understand an environment of Europe and Asia.

Good for
  • Family
  • History Buff
  • Shopping Fanatic
  • Art and Architecture Lover
  • Foodie

21 Places

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21 Places

Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya)

Architectural Buildings, Sacred & Religious Sites, Historic Sites, History Museums

Bagdat Street

Neighbourhoods

Maiden's Tower

Historic Sites, Observation Decks & Towers

Miniaturk

Points of Interest & Landmarks

Galata Bridge

Bridges

Beyazit

Neighbourhoods

Bebek

Neighbourhoods, Parks

Istanbul Aquarium

Aquariums

Topkapi Palace

History Museums

Sultanahmet District

Historic Walking Areas, Neighbourhoods

Bosphorus Strait

Bodies of Water

Historic Areas of Istanbul

Historic Sites

The Bosphorus Bridge

Bridges

Basilica Cistern

Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites

Suleymaniye Mosque

Architectural Buildings, Sacred & Religious Sites

Galata Tower

Historic Sites, Observation Decks & Towers

Taksim Square

Neighbourhoods

Golden Horn

Historic Walking Areas, Bodies of Water

Dolmabahce Palace

Architectural Buildings

Istanbul Archaeological Museums

History Museums

Istiklal Street

Points of Interest & Landmarks

SNR79's City Tips

  • While in Istanbul need to visit fish restaurant under Galata bridge.
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    Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya)
    Architectural Buildings, Sacred & Religious Sites, Historic Sites, History Museums
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    SNR79 Says:

    This cathedral is a great monument of Greek and Byzantine religious architecture.

    Good for
    • Must See
    • History Buff
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    Tips
    • Go in the morning because of a lot of people.
    From the community
    Ranked #1 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Another Must See 13/07/2017
    • great place 13/07/2017
    • Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya)
    Address:
    Ayasofya Square, Sultanahmet
    Istanbul
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 212 522 1750
    Other:
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    Bagdat Street
    Neighbourhoods
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    SNR79 Says:

    It's a Main Street of Asian part of the city. Good for a walk with family and for shopping.

    Good for
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • Couples
    • Shopping Fanatic
    • Family
    Tips
    • come in the evening time
    Plan to stay:/
    1-2 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #78 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Good place for shopping 06/07/2017
    • Great 15/06/2017
    • Bagdat Street
    Address:
    Asian Side of Istanbul
    Istanbul
    Turkey
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    Maiden's Tower
    Historic Sites, Observation Decks & Towers
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    SNR79 Says:

    It is impossible to express Bosphorus straight without the maiden tower.

    Good for
    • Must See
    • Friends
    • Couples
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    Tips
    • good restaurant
    Plan to stay:/
    1-2 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #39 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Could visit everyday :) 09/07/2017
    • The World is not Enough 06/07/2017
    • Maiden's Tower
    Address:
    Uskudar
    Istanbul
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 216 342 4747
    Hours:
    Mon - Fri
    09:15 - 18:45
    Sat - Sun
    10:00 - 18:45
    20:15 - 00:30
    Other:
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    Miniaturk
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    SNR79 Says:

    It is interesting for tourists who wants to know more about Turkish history, to know more the famous places in whole Turkey.

    Good for
    • Solo
    • Must See
    • Friends
    • History Buff
    • Couples
    • Senior
    Tips
    • make pictures and share with people you know.
    Plan to stay:/
    1-2 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #25 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • turkey in one hour 09/07/2017
    • Visit Turkey in 2 Hours 03/07/2017
    • Miniaturk
    Address:
    Imrahor Caddesi
    Sutluce
    Istanbul 34445
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 212 222 2882
    Hours:
    Sun - Sat
    09:00 - 18:00
    Other:
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    Galata Bridge
    Bridges
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    SNR79 Says:

    Probably best fish restaurants are there. Fish is fresh and tasty

    Good for
    • Foodie
    • Must See
    • Friends
    • Couples
    • Family
    • Nightlife Seeker
    Tips
    • Live music in the evening
    From the community
    Ranked #33 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Walk or Fishing 11/07/2017
    • Crossing the Golden Horn 10/07/2017
    • Galata Bridge
    Address:
    Galata Koprusu Kemankes Karamustafa Pasa
    Beyoglu
    Istanbul 34425
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 212 243 9501
    Other:
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    Beyazit
    Neighbourhoods
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    SNR79 Says:

    The part of the city where located many historical places.

    Good for
    • Must See
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • History Buff
    • Couples
    • Shopping Fanatic
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    • Nightlife Seeker
    Tips
    • crowds all the day.
    Plan to stay:/
    2-3 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #136 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    • HISTORICAL BEYAZIT WITH MODERN CULTURE 04/05/2017
    • Historical sqaure 23/10/2016
    • Beyazit
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    Bebek
    Neighbourhoods, Parks
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    SNR79 Says:

    It is a place with parks nightlife, luxury villas, cars eats.

    Good for
    • Must See
    • Luxury Traveller
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • Couples
    • Family
    • Nightlife Seeker
    Tips
    • celebrities are there.
    Plan to stay:/
    1-2 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #88 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Nice and upper-class waterfront neighborhood of Bosphorus 20/06/2017
    • just Walk and breath 11/06/2017
    • Bebek
    Address:
    Misir konsoloslugu Yani
    Istanbul
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 507 444 2268
    Hours:
    Mon - Fri
    09:00 - 12:30
    13:00 - 17:00
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    Istanbul Aquarium
    Aquariums
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    SNR79 Says:

    It is a place to go with family and kids, nature lovers.

    Good for
    • Must See
    • Friends
    • Family
    • Nature Lover
    Tips
    • popular place for locals and tourists.
    From the community
    Ranked #37 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Florya/Bakırköy/İstanbul, Turkey 11/07/2017
    • Istanbul Aquarium - Great Experience 10/07/2017
    • Istanbul Aquarium
    Address:
    Senlikkoy Mahallesi, Yesilkoy Halkali Cad. No:93, Florya
    Istanbul
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 4449744729
    Other:
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    Topkapi Palace
    History Museums
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    SNR79 Says:

    The palace of Osman sultans where holy Muslim pieces and famous sultan's jewelry exhibited.

    Good for
    • Must See
    • Like a Local
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • History Buff
    • Couples
    • Senior
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    Tips
    • Visit Harem especially.
    Plan to stay:/
    2-3 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #7 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Do not miss the Harem section! 13/07/2017
    • Magnifies the ottoman sultanate 13/07/2017
    • Topkapi Palace
    Address:
    Cankurtaran Mahallesi, Topkapi Palace Museum, 34122 Fatih/Istanbul, Turkey
    Gulhane Park, near Sultanahmet Square
    Istanbul
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 212 522 4422
    Other:
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    Sultanahmet District
    Historic Walking Areas, Neighbourhoods
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    SNR79 Says:

    An area where the historic places and a lot of souvenir and sweets shops are located. Come and visit it in the evening time as well.

    Good for
    • Foodie
    • Must See
    • Like a Local
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • History Buff
    • Couples
    • Senior
    • Shopping Fanatic
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    • Nightlife Seeker
    Tips
    • try lookups and other Turkish delights.
    Plan to stay:/
    2-3 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #4 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Get ready to walk! 13/07/2017
    • Let's call it old town! 13/07/2017
    • Sultanahmet District
    Address:
    Sultanahmet
    Istanbul 34012
    Turkey
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    Bosphorus Strait
    Bodies of Water
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    SNR79 Says:

    Take a ship tour on Bosphorus strait to see the famous places from the sea. It's different feeling to look at them from the sea side.

    Good for
    • Must See
    • Like a Local
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • History Buff
    • Couples
    • Senior
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    • Nightlife Seeker
    • Nature Lover
    Tips
    • make a pictures and share with friends
    From the community
    Ranked #8 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Tour of the golden horn 13/07/2017
    • Narrow body of water seperates old and modern architectures 13/07/2017
    • Bosphorus Strait
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    Historic Areas of Istanbul
    Historic Sites
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    SNR79 Says:

    It is to visit most of them, but you better do it in few trips, as it is a lot to see.

    Good for
    • Must See
    • Like a Local
    • History Buff
    • Shopping Fanatic
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    • Nightlife Seeker
    • Nature Lover
    • Foodie
    • Peace and Quiet Seeker
    • Luxury Traveller
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • Couples
    • Senior
    • Family
    Tips
    • it is better to plan your trip, tickets ets.
    From the community
    Ranked #2 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Feels so good 12/07/2017
    • Living in HIstory 11/07/2017
    • Historic Areas of Istanbul
    Other:
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    The Bosphorus Bridge
    Bridges
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    SNR79 Says:

    It is recommended to look at it from the strait while having the ship tour.

    Good for
    • Must See
    • Like a Local
    • History Buff
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    • Nightlife Seeker
    • Nature Lover
    • Foodie
    • Luxury Traveller
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • Couples
    • Senior
    • Family
    Tips
    • the traffic on the bridge most of the day.
    Plan to stay:/
    1-2 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #28 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Connecting Two Continents 13/07/2017
    • Europe-Asia link 12/07/2017
    • The Bosphorus Bridge
    Address:
    Bosphorus
    Istanbul
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 507 430 1556
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    Basilica Cistern
    Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Historic Sites
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    SNR79 Says:

    It's recommended to visit this historical monument provided the city with water. They say Medusa lived there.

    Good for
    • Peace and Quiet Seeker
    • Must See
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • History Buff
    • Couples
    • Senior
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    • Nature Lover
    Tips
    • better come earlier
    Plan to stay:/
    Less than 1 hour
    From the community
    Ranked #6 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Beat the heat! 13/07/2017
    • A place that you must visit. 12/07/2017
    • Basilica Cistern
    Address:
    Alemdar Mahallesi, Yerebatan Caddesi, No:1/3
    Istanbul 34410
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 212 512 1570
    Hours:
    Sun - Sat
    09:00 - 17:30
    Other:
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    Suleymaniye Mosque
    Architectural Buildings, Sacred & Religious Sites
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    SNR79 Says:

    The mosque of Sultan Suleyman, became famous after the well-known film.

    Good for
    • Must See
    • Like a Local
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • History Buff
    • Couples
    • Senior
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    Tips
    • increase of historical knowledge
    Plan to stay:/
    1-2 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #5 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Great view 12/07/2017
    • must seen 11/07/2017
    • Suleymaniye Mosque
    Address:
    Sinan Aga Mah. Zeyrek Cad. No:4
    Zeyrek, Fatih
    Istanbul
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 506 769 3392
    Other:
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    Galata Tower
    Historic Sites, Observation Decks & Towers
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    SNR79 Says:

    It's recommended to visit it and to see the city also. Many restaurants and shops are ther

    Good for
    • Foodie
    • Must See
    • Luxury Traveller
    • Like a Local
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • History Buff
    • Couples
    • Shopping Fanatic
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    • Nightlife Seeker
    Tips
    • come there nighttime
    Plan to stay:/
    2-3 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #20 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Wonderful view, worth the wait 13/07/2017
    • Galata tower 12/07/2017
    • Galata Tower
    Address:
    Buyuk Hendek Cad.
    Istanbul
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 212 293 8180
    Other:
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    Taksim Square
    Neighbourhoods
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    SNR79 Says:

    The main square of the city. Many shops, hotels, restaurants are nearp

    Good for
    • Foodie
    • Must See
    • Like a Local
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • History Buff
    • Couples
    • Shopping Fanatic
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    • Nightlife Seeker
    Tips
    • enjoy sim it and sweets
    Plan to stay:/
    1-2 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #67 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    • You should always visit.... 13/07/2017
    • Monument of Republic 12/07/2017
    • Taksim Square
    Address:
    Gumussuyu Mh.
    Beyoglu
    Istanbul 34437
    Turkey
    Hours:
    Sun - Sat
    00:00 - 23:59
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    Golden Horn
    Historic Walking Areas, Bodies of Water
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    SNR79 Says:

    The water gate to Osman sultans residence where the chain obstacle for ships get in was placed in ottoman times

    Good for
    • Foodie
    • Must See
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • History Buff
    • Couples
    • Senior
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    • Nightlife Seeker
    Tips
    • fish bazar there
    Plan to stay:/
    1-2 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #40 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Holiday Trip 04/07/2017
    • Try to get a hotel in this area and you are near every thing 26/06/2017
    • Golden Horn
    Address:
    Halic
    Eminonu/Cagaloglu, Fatih
    Istanbul
    Turkey
    Other:
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    Dolmabahce Palace
    Architectural Buildings
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    SNR79 Says:

    The palace is interesting from two sides first -the residence of last era Osman sultans and Turkish Republic presents

    Good for
    • Peace and Quiet Seeker
    • Must See
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • History Buff
    • Couples
    • Senior
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    Tips
    • Nice cafe there
    Plan to stay:/
    2-3 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #10 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Amazing 11/07/2017
    • Beautiful palace 11/07/2017
    • Dolmabahce Palace
    Phone:
    +90 212 236 9000
    Hours:
    Tue - Sun
    09:00 - 16:00
    Other:
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    Istanbul Archaeological Museums
    History Museums
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    SNR79 Says:

    It is one of the biggest archeological collection resulted with excavation works in different part of the city

    Good for
    • Must See
    • History Buff
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    Tips
    • Quite valuable exponats are there
    Plan to stay:/
    1-2 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #26 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Archaeological Nirvana 12/07/2017
    • Extremely impressive collection 10/07/2017
    • Istanbul Archaeological Museums
    Address:
    Osman Hamdi Bey Yokusu
    Sultanahmet
    Istanbul
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 212 520 7740
    Other:
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    Istiklal Street
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
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    SNR79 Says:

    The most crowded place in the city with restaurants, shops, different events ets

    Good for
    • Must See
    • Like a Local
    • Solo
    • Friends
    • Couples
    • Senior
    • Shopping Fanatic
    • Family
    • Art and Architecture Lover
    • Nightlife Seeker
    Tips
    • Weekend is recommendable
    Plan to stay:/
    More than 3 hours
    From the community
    Ranked #35 of 1,057 things to do in Istanbul
    Certificate of Excellence 2014
    • Colourful shops 13/07/2017
    • The most attractive street of İstanbul 12/07/2017
    • Istiklal Street
    Address:
    istiklal street Taksim
    Beyoglu
    Istanbul
    Turkey
    Phone:
    +90 532 421 6164
    Other:
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