Top 50 Best Things to Do in Istanbul
Top 50 Best Things to Do in Istanbul
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Top 50 Best Things to Do in Istanbul

Top 20 Night Attractions in Istanbul
Top 20 Night Attractions in Istanbul
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Top 20 Night Attractions in Istanbul

Popular Family-friendly Attractions in Istanbul
Popular Family-friendly Attractions in Istanbul
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Popular Family-friendly Attractions in Istanbul

Popular Cool Water Escapes in Istanbul
Popular Cool Water Escapes in Istanbul
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Popular Cool Water Escapes in Istanbul

Top 10 Activities in Istanbul
Top 10 Activities in Istanbul
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Top 10 Activities in Istanbul

Popular Best Things to Do Near Istanbul
Popular Best Things to Do Near Istanbul
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Popular Best Things to Do Near Istanbul

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Things to do in Istanbul (2026)

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Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia

2026 Global 100 - Best Things to Do
Byzantine murals & balcony view
Immediate access
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Istanbul
457m from downtown
Old City Sultanahmet
From 55
Basilica Cistern

Basilica Cistern

2026 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
I found the real-life Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets
Immediate access
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Istanbul
355m from downtown
Old City Sultanahmet
From 97
Historic Areas of Istanbul

Historic Areas of Istanbul

Historic landmark
Istanbul
144m from downtown
Old City Sultanahmet
Free entry
Dolmabahce Palace
Closes at 17:00

Dolmabahce Palace

No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Türkiye
Magnificent Ottoman palace
Immediate access
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Istanbul
4.3 km from downtown
Besiktas
From 78
Bosphorus

Bosphorus

2026 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
Admire European architecture at Dolmabahce Palace
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Istanbul
3.2 km from downtown
Taksim
From 14
Topkapi Palace

Topkapi Palace

2026 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
Topkapi Palace: The Heart of the Ottoman Empire
Istanbul
880m from downtown
Old City Sultanahmet
From 106
The Blue Mosque

The Blue Mosque

2026 Asia 100 - Best Things to Do
Sultan Ahmed Mosque, an architectural marvel of the Ottoman Empire
Istanbul
19m from downtown
Old City Sultanahmet
Free entry
Galata Tower

Galata Tower

No. 5 of Night Attractions in Türkiye
Enjoy a romantic dinner with stunning night views at this tower-top restaurant
Immediate access
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Istanbul
2.3 km from downtown
Galata
From 69
Cruise Experience in Bosphorus

Cruise Experience in Bosphorus

No. 6 of Night Attractions in Türkiye
Enjoy a Turkish song and dance show on a night cruise
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Istanbul
1.7 km from downtown
Old City Sultanahmet
From 14
Istanbul Archaeological Museums

Istanbul Archaeological Museums

No. 10 of Best Things to Do in Türkiye
The ideal place to photograph precious artifacts
Istanbul
758m from downtown
Sirkeci
From 38
Istiklal Avenue

Istiklal Avenue

No. 7 of Night Attractions in Türkiye
Nighttime cultural experience with lights and street performers
Istanbul
3.2 km from downtown
Taksim
Free entry
Grand Bazaar

Grand Bazaar

No. 13 of Best Things to Do in Türkiye
Experience Turkish bargaining shopping
Istanbul
959m from downtown
Old City Sultanahmet
Free entry
Taksim Square

Taksim Square

No. 11 of Night Attractions in Türkiye
Night shot of the bronze relief sculpture on the monument
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Istanbul
3.6 km from downtown
Taksim
From 109
Historic Sites Exploration in Istanbul

Historic Sites Exploration in Istanbul

No. 2 of Activities in Türkiye
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Türkiye · Istanbul
Old City Sultanahmet
127
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Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum

Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum

No. 13 of Best Things to Do in Istanbul
A wonder of a giant domed building
Istanbul
188m from downtown
Old City Sultanahmet
From 44
Galata Bridge

Galata Bridge

No. 14 of Night Attractions in Türkiye
Enjoy the captivating night view of the Golden Horn from the bridge
Istanbul
1.7 km from downtown
Golden Horn
Free entry
Sultanahmet Square

Sultanahmet Square

No. 16 of Night Attractions in Türkiye
Photographing an ancient monument under the lights at night
Istanbul
158m from downtown
Old City Sultanahmet
Free entry
Obelisk of Theodosius

Obelisk of Theodosius

Selected for Best Things to Do in Istanbul
A witness to the history of Istanbul
Istanbul
150m from downtown
Old City Sultanahmet
Free entry

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Popular Types of Attractions in Istanbul

Historical attractions  |  Nature and wildlife  |  Natural scenery  |  Beaches and shores  |  Mountain climbing  |  Cultural institutions  |  Themed exhibition halls  |  Museums  |  Sightseeing tours  |  Night view  |  Boat tour  |  Exhibitions & events  |  Performances  |  Concerts  |  Leisure activities  |  Farms and pastures  |  Spa/massage  |  Outdoor activities  |  Parks

Popular Restaurants in Istanbul

Aqua Restaurant  |  Matbah Restaurant  |  Isokyo  |  Nobu Istanbul  |  Shang Palace  |  Sunset Grill & Bar  |  Serica Restaurant  |  Lokanta by Divan İstanbul  |  Tuğra Restaurant  |  Arkestra  |  Neolokal  |  Atölye Restaurant  |  TURK Fatih Tutak  |  Nicole  |  Nusr-Et Steakhouse Etiler  |  Araka  |  Spago  |  Mikla  |  Old Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant  |  Adella Seafood Restaurant  |  Dragon Restaurant  |  No.1 Chinese Hotpot BBQ  |  Aila Restaurant  |  媖媖家中餐厅 İhediye Aile Çin Restoranı（Helal. حلال）Chinese Restorant  |  Sultanahmet Buhara Kebab House Restaurant  |  TÜNEL MADO  |  Tarihi Sultanahmet Koftecisi Selim Usta  |  Beyti  |  Şehzade Cağ Kebap  |  Seven Hills Restaurant

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