What Best Things to Do are there in Istanbul?

These are all Best Things to Do in Istanbul:Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace, Bosphorus, Galata Tower

What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Istanbul?

Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Istanbul include:Hagia Sophia:4.8, Basilica Cistern:4.6, Topkapi Palace:4.5, Bosphorus:4.7, Galata Tower:4.5

At what locations in Istanbul can Best Things to Do in Istanbul be found?

The Best Things to Do in Istanbul are mainly located in:Hagia Sophia:Istanbul, Basilica Cistern:Istanbul, Topkapi Palace:Istanbul, Bosphorus:Istanbul, Galata Tower:Istanbul

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Hagia Sophia
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4.8/5
󰺂9.7
1864.45
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
457m from downtown
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Byzantine murals & balcony view
󱨜A historical symbol of multiculturalism
󱨠Saved by 1258 users󱨠2147 positive reviews
Basilica Cistern
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4.6/5
󰺂9.2
2025.25
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
355m from downtown
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
󰋄Medusa columns guard mysterious underground
󱨜Relive classic movie scenes
󱨠Saved by 1061 users󱨠412 positive reviews
Topkapi Palace

4.5/5
󰺂8.7
3895.08
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
879m from downtown
Featured in 2025 Asia 100 – Best Things to Do
Highlights:
󰋄Bosphorus Strait view available
Overlook the magnificent bay view from the high point of the palace
󱨠Saved by 603 users󱨠305 positive reviews
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Bosphorus
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4.7/5
󰺂8.6
Istanbul
27.2 km from downtown
Featured in 2025 Asia 100 – Best Things to Do
Highlights:
󰋄Roman & Ottoman ruins abound
󱤎Night cruise to enjoy the light show on both sides of the river
󱨠Saved by 751 users󱨠318 positive reviews
5
Galata Tower
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4.5/5
󰺂8.4
2261.91
Istanbul.Galata
2.3 km from downtown
No.4 of Night Attractions in Istanbul
Highlights:
󰋄Istanbul's stunning sunset views
󰀆Nightclub with belly dance show
󱨠Saved by 587 users󱨠248 positive reviews
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The Blue Mosque
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4.8/5
󰺂8.3
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
20m from downtown
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
󱨜Byzantine & Ottoman architecture fusion
󱨜Blue tiles reflect the six spires
󱨠Saved by 1046 users󱨠1104 positive reviews
7
Dolmabahce Palace

4.7/5
󰺂8.3
2657.87
Istanbul.Besiktas
4.3 km from downtown
Highlights:
󰀆Ottoman center & ceiling decor
󱓊Crystal stairs & chandelier
󱨠Saved by 480 users󱨠217 positive reviews
8
Grand Bazaar
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4.5/5
󰺂7.6
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
959m from downtown
Highlights:
Experience Turkish bargaining shopping
󱓊Taste kebabs for exotic experience
󱨠Saved by 607 users󱨠116 positive reviews
9
Istanbul Archaeological Museums
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4.5/5
󰺂7.2
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
802m from downtown
Highlights:
Near Gülhane Park & Topkapi Palace
󱓊1 million artifacts from various cultures
󱨠Saved by 174 users󱨠35% positive reviews
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Istiklal Avenue
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4.7/5
󰺂7.0
Istanbul.Taksim
3.2 km from downtown
No.6 of Night Attractions in Istanbul
Highlights:
󰋄3-mile walk through medieval Genoa
Consulates & churches along the street
󱨠Saved by 395 users󱨠127 positive reviews