The Top 20 Attractions in Istanbul
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Istanbul. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Istanbul is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 18, 2025
She alone is worth a trip to Istanbul!
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Busy bridge over the Golden Horn with sidewalks, street vendors and basement cafes.
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Galata Tower is an amazing structure, a bit of a workout to get to it from the golden horn bridge 😂
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A nice bazaar, but always busy.
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Since the middle of the 15th century, this is the most famous bazaar in Istanbul and the shopping mecca par excellence. Here, on an area of as much as 20,000 …
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Beautiful city to explore. It's unfortunate for the few hustlers and scammers that target tourists. I had to help 2 French ladies who were almost forced into a restaurant by staff members.
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a gift from the German Kaiser Wilhelm the 2nd to the sultan
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Beautiful mosque in a beautiful city😍
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For centuries, Topkapi Palace in Istanbul was the residence and seat of government of the sultans and the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire.
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Another beautiful local mosque 🕌 ❤️
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