Istanbul Tour Guide
26 Best THINGS TO DO in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)
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 GUIDED TOURS in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)
Hello, my name is Serhat Engul. I have been working as a private tour guide in Istanbul since 2004. I organize private walking tours in Istanbul focusing on Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman history. In this article, you can find information about…
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14 Best PLACES TO STAY in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)
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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Istanbul MUSEUM PASS (Price & List) Updated → 2022
Istanbul Museum Pass is a useful card for those who want to visit many museums in Istanbul. The most important feature of the card is that it saves you from waiting in line at museum entrances. In this article you can…
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Best STREET FOOD Places in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)
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 → 2022)
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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30 Best PLACES TO VISIT in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)
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 → 2022)
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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Private HALF DAY Tours of Istanbul (Updated → 2022)
Hello, I am Serhat Engul, I have been working as a private tour guide in Istanbul since 2004. If you want to explore the history and culture of the city with an experienced and friendly tour guide, you can book one…
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10 Best RESTAURANTS in ISTANBUL (with View) → 2022
Istanbul has a unique location located on both European and Asian continents. Located in the middle of Istanbul, Bosphorus offers a magnificent view to both locals and tourists in the city. In this article, you can find the best restaurants in…
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Istanbul Tourist Attractions Map PDF (Updated → 2022)
There are many tourist attractions in Istanbul. Visitors to the city first focus on buildings such as Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace. These are easy to find as they are within walking distance of each other. However, in order…
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30 Best MUSEUMS to Visit in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)
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 Best Mosques to Visit in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)
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 in Istanbul – Museums & Ruins
Hello, I am Serhat Engul, a historian and tour guide based in Istanbul. In this article, I would like to share information about the Byzantine sites in Istanbul. You can find Byzantine churches, museums, walls and cisterns…
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