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25 Best THINGS to Do in Istanbul (Updated → 2025)

It may take some time for the people visiting Istanbul for the first time to grasp the size of Istanbul. Especially foreign visitors are amazed by the number of things to do in Istanbul. In this mega city that has…

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Private WALKING TOURS in Istanbul (Updated → 2025)

Hello, my name is Serhat Engul. I organize private guided tours in Istanbul focusing on Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman history. In this article, you can find information about my private walking tours in Istanbul. Each of these tours lasts 3 to…

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Where to Stay in Istanbul (14 Best Places) → 2025

When you look at best places to stay in Istanbul on the map you may be confused. Sultanahmet, Beyoglu and Besiktas offer many options for tourists visiting Istanbul. The question of where to stay in Istanbul is perhaps the title that…

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Best STREET FOOD Places in Istanbul (Updated → 2025)

Visiting historical masterpieces like Hagia Sophia and taking a Bosphorus cruise are some of the must-do activities in Istanbul. While you explore historical places, you can also discover the best Turkish street food in Istanbul and turn your culture trip into…

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10 Best SHOPPING PLACES in Istanbul (Updated → 2025)

Istanbul boasts thousands years of cosmopolite history. This multicultural heritage from the Byzantine and Ottoman era finds its reflection even while shopping in Istanbul. Most of the shopping places in Istanbul date back centuries. While most of the shopping streets in…

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Best Places to Visit in Istanbul (Updated for 2025)

The list of the best places to visit in Istanbul may seem overwhelming at first glance. Since Istanbul was the capital of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires, it has a rich cultural heritage. In this article, I have shared detailed…

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10 Best HAMMAMS in Istanbul in (Updated → 2025)

The Turkish bath is essentially a Roman bath arranged according to Islamic rules. Turkish baths in Istanbul have a dressing room, a steam-heated domed hot room and a cold room to relax after bath. The best hammams in Istanbul are often…

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BOSPHORUS CRUISE Price & Schedule (Updated → 2025)

Bosphorus cruise is one of the most entertaining activities to do in Istanbul. While touring the Bosphorus, you can realize how Istanbul acts as a bridge between Asia and Europe. Because this hybrid culture was embodied in the structures on the…

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Private HALF DAY Tours of Istanbul (Updated 2025)

Hello, I am Serhat Engul. I have been a licensed tourist guide in Istanbul for about 20 years. I organize private half-day tours covering most of Istanbul’s historical sites. On this page you can find the private walking tours I offer…

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HAGIA SOPHIA Ticket Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)

Hagia Sophia was a church during the Byzantine period and a mosque during the Ottoman period. It remained as a museum for a long time, but was turned back into a mosque in 2020. Nowadays, praying in Hagia Sophia is free,…

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TOPKAPI PALACE Ticket Price & Hours (Updated → 2025)

Topkapi Palace is located in Sultanahmet, the heart of Istanbul’s Old City, and is within walking distance of other iconic buildings such as Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. Topkapi Palace ticket price is 2000 Turkish Liras in 2025. Museum Pass…

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30 of The BEST MUSEUMS in Istanbul (Updated → 2025)

The best museums in Istanbul are mostly located on the European side of the city. The most visited museums can be found in Sultanahmet (Old City), Beyoglu (Taksim) and on the shores of the Bosphorus (Besiktas and…

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25 of The BEST MOSQUES in Istanbul (Updated → 2025)

The best mosques to visit in Istanbul are mostly located in the Historic Peninsula. In addition, there are beautiful mosques on the shores of the Bosphorus. Many of these mosques are located in districts such as Beyoglu,…

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Byzantine Sites (Museums & Ruins) in Istanbul 2025

There are still many Byzantine sites worth seeing in Istanbul. Most of these structures, built between the 4th and 15th centuries, are located in the Historical Peninsula (former Constantinople). Currently, some of the Byzantine churches and palaces…

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Private Guided Tours

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Istanbul Travel Guide

Istanbul Clues travel guide is designed to introduce you to the history, museums, restaurants and culture of istanbul.

Private Tour Guide in Istanbul

Author of this blog, Serhat Engul, is a licensed tour guide based in Istanbul.

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