Galataport, the Istanbul Cruise Port, was redesigned as a wonderful shopping and activity center after many years of restoration. There are many things to do around Galataport, which is located in one of the most beautiful spots in the city. There are branches of Istanbul's best restaurants, cafes and Turkish dessert shops inside Galataport. In this way, Galataport functions … [Read more...] about Galataport (Istanbul Cruise Port) Map → Updated 2024
Istanbul Neighborhoods
Things to Do in Besiktas, Istanbul (Updated 2024)
Besiktas is the most popular district of Istanbul and also a transportation hub between the European and Asian sides. Besiktas district is famous for its fish market, palaces, luxury hotels and football team. The name of the district of Besiktas comes from a legend dating back to the Byzantine period. According to tradition, parts of the cradle of Jesus were brought from … [Read more...] about Things to Do in Besiktas, Istanbul (Updated 2024)
8 Things to Do in BEBEK Istanbul (Updated → 2025)
Bebek is among the most popular districts of Istanbul located on the shores of the Bosphorus. Bebek, which means "Baby" in Turkish, is indeed the most special bay of the Bosphorus and is as beautiful as a baby. Bebek is also at the center of one of the most beautiful walking routes of the Bosphorus. A walk starting from Ortakoy, passing through Bebek and ending at Rumeli … [Read more...] about 8 Things to Do in BEBEK Istanbul (Updated → 2025)
8 Things to Do in ORTAKOY Istanbul (Updated → 2025)
Ortakoy is one of the most beautiful districts on the shores of the Bosphorus. Istanbulites go to Ortakoy Square on weekends to take pictures and have a good time. Every Istanbulite has the classic Ortakoy photograph with the Ortakoy Mosque and the Bosphorus Bridge in the background. In my opinion, having a nice breakfast in Ortakoy first and then going for a walk to Bebek … [Read more...] about 8 Things to Do in ORTAKOY Istanbul (Updated → 2025)
12 Places to See on Mesrutiyet Street (Updated 2025)
Mesrutiyet Street is located in Beyoglu district. Mesrutiyet Street was home to the most modern buildings of Istanbul in the 19th century and reflected the European characteristics of Ottoman Istanbul. During the Ottoman period, the Beyoglu district was mostly called "Pera". You can see that this tradition is still kept alive in the name of the hotels and museums on … [Read more...] about 12 Places to See on Mesrutiyet Street (Updated 2025)
Galata Tower Ticket Price & Visiting Hours (2026 Update)
Galata Tower was built in 1348 by the Genoese as the main watchtower of their fortified trade colony on the northern shore of the Golden Horn. Rising nearly 67 meters above the slope of Galata, it later served as an observation tower, fire-watch post, and one of Istanbul’s most recognizable landmarks. Today, following an extensive restoration, Galata Tower operates as a … [Read more...] about Galata Tower Ticket Price & Visiting Hours (2026 Update)
Best Things to Do in BEYOGLU (aka Taksim) 2024
Beyoglu is the most European district in Istanbul and there are many places to visit here. Therefore, it’s hard to imagine Beyoglu as forestland where Ottoman sultans used to go hunting considering it’s the most active district of Istanbul today. Beyoglu used to be outside the city center until the last century of the Ottoman Empire and was known as “Pera”. However, it … [Read more...] about Best Things to Do in BEYOGLU (aka Taksim) 2024
Patriarchal Church of St George in Istanbul (2024)
Patriarchal Church of St George is located in Fener district of Istanbul. The church is located within the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate complex and has been the seat of the Patriarch of Constantinople for 430 years. During the Byzantine Empire, the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople was operating in Hagia Sophia. After the Ottoman conquest in 1453, the Patriarchate … [Read more...] about Patriarchal Church of St George in Istanbul (2024)