Istanbul Guide by Deniz: Unmissable Things To Do In Istanbul
The Best Music Venues & Clubs
Definetely best heavy metal & rock bar in İstanbul.
Lots of live gigs and mostly free entrance
Dorock Heavy Metal Club
No 11/A Kameriye SokakDefinetely best heavy metal & rock bar in İstanbul.
Lots of live gigs and mostly free entrance
Arka Oda
No:18/A Kadife Sk.Alternative-indie music venue +live gigs
Alternative - İndie Music bar + live gigs of underground bands. If you are in Kadıköy. You should definitely visit there.
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Karga Bar
No:16 Kadife Sk.Alternative - İndie Music bar + live gigs of underground bands. If you are in Kadıköy. You should definitely visit there.
Ağaç Ev Kadıköy
No:13 B Osmancık Sk.The best blues venue in town + live gigs
The Wall Saloon & Performance
5-7/A Neşet Ömer SokakIndie, rock and punk live gigs
A fancy club & restaurant with a great İstanbul view
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''The multi award winning 360istanbul is set in a penthouse perched on a 19th century apartment building overlooking the old embassy row in Beyoglu. It commands a 360 breathe taking landscape view of Istanbul all the way from the up close steeple of St Antoine’s Church and across the Bosphorus strait to the Hagia Sophia Mosque and out to the Sea of Marmara. 360 is open for lunch and dinner, offering a twist on the modern Turkish meze fused with international cuisine and an exclusive wine selection to compliment it. 360 turns into Club360 on the weekends so come enjoy your fresh elixir while listening to our talented Djs and vocalists with live dancers and performances. 360istanbul also endocrine’s the 360 concept of dining experience.
This concept consists of four crucial elements; Cuisine - Design - Entertainment and Atmosphere. No element in 360istanbul is more or less important than the other. Instead they coexist in harmony.''
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360 Istanbul
A fancy club & restaurant with a great İstanbul view
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''The multi award winning 360istanbul is set in a penthouse perched on a 19th century apartment building overlooking the old embassy row in Beyoglu. It commands a 360 breathe taking landscape view of Istanbul all the way from the up close steeple of St Antoine’s Church and across the Bosphorus strait to the Hagia Sophia Mosque and out to the Sea of Marmara. 360 is open for lunch and dinner, offering a twist on the modern Turkish meze fused with international cuisine and an exclusive wine selection to compliment it. 360 turns into Club360 on the weekends so come enjoy your fresh elixir while listening to our talented Djs and vocalists with live dancers and performances. 360istanbul also endocrine’s the 360 concept of dining experience.
This concept consists of four crucial elements; Cuisine - Design - Entertainment and Atmosphere. No element in 360istanbul is more or less important than the other. Instead they coexist in harmony.''
Roxy Club Istanbul, has been the premier live music stage for numerous artists from all parts of the globe.
For serious clubbing fans, Roxy in Istanbul has been a popular nightspot since 1994, with DJ nights and the occasional live act.
Music favoured is nu-jazz, rock and latin, with weekend disco-dance nights, enjoyed by an easy-going, unfussy crowd.
As the official club of the International Istanbul Jazz Festival, Roxy has hosted such names as Brandford Marsalis, Marcus Miller, Ernest Rangling, Red Snapper, Groove Collective, Transglobal Underground, DJ Gilles Peterson, Buggee Wesseltoft and Rainer Trüby.
In terms of its live stage Roxy (with a capacity of 750 people standing) is open all forms of music but especially to nu-jazz, rock, latin and DJs including electronic and funk vibes.
Roxy is also famous with the weekend disco-dance nights and includes performances, films and video art. As a pioneer, Roxy Club organizes for the last 15 years the annual Roxy Music Days, which is a prominent contest that introduces new talents to the Turkish music scene.
Roxy Istanbul
Adress: Sıraselviler Cd Aslan Yatağı Sk. 9 Taksim
Arslan Yatağı Sk No:9
9 Arslan Yatağı SokakRoxy Club Istanbul, has been the premier live music stage for numerous artists from all parts of the globe.
For serious clubbing fans, Roxy in Istanbul has been a popular nightspot since 1994, with DJ nights and the occasional live act.
Music favoured is nu-jazz, rock and latin, with weekend disco-dance nights, enjoyed by an easy-going, unfussy crowd.
As the official club of the International Istanbul Jazz Festival, Roxy has hosted such names as Brandford Marsalis, Marcus Miller, Ernest Rangling, Red Snapper, Groove Collective, Transglobal Underground, DJ Gilles Peterson, Buggee Wesseltoft and Rainer Trüby.
In terms of its live stage Roxy (with a capacity of 750 people standing) is open all forms of music but especially to nu-jazz, rock, latin and DJs including electronic and funk vibes.
Roxy is also famous with the weekend disco-dance nights and includes performances, films and video art. As a pioneer, Roxy Club organizes for the last 15 years the annual Roxy Music Days, which is a prominent contest that introduces new talents to the Turkish music scene.
Roxy Istanbul
Adress: Sıraselviler Cd Aslan Yatağı Sk. 9 Taksim
A historic beer factory in the Bomonti neighborhood of Istanbul has undergone a complete renovation and repurposing to become Bomontiada, a large complex full of restaurants, shops, an art gallery, and a concert hall. We took a closer look at all the exciting things happening at Bomontiada and all its venues interconnected in one exciting space.
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Kiva Bomonti
Birahane SokakA historic beer factory in the Bomonti neighborhood of Istanbul has undergone a complete renovation and repurposing to become Bomontiada, a large complex full of restaurants, shops, an art gallery, and a concert hall. We took a closer look at all the exciting things happening at Bomontiada and all its venues interconnected in one exciting space.
Babylon Bomonti is located in Bomontiada in Sisli. The concert hall is big, it can hold more than 1000 -1500 people at once Also the interior design is quite nice. The concert hall has a bar at the back. The sound system is cool. Close to many eating/drinking options both in and out of Bomontiada.
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Babylon
1 Silahşör Caddesi & Birahane SokakBabylon Bomonti is located in Bomontiada in Sisli. The concert hall is big, it can hold more than 1000 -1500 people at once Also the interior design is quite nice. The concert hall has a bar at the back. The sound system is cool. Close to many eating/drinking options both in and out of Bomontiada.
Nardis Jazz Club
8 Galata Kulesi Sk.Best jazz club in town. Cozt and great jazz tunes.
Many names of local and foreign music will meet with the audience.
Beyoğlu's newest concert venue. This place was the old venue of Babylon Bomonti.
Blind
no:3 Şehbender SokakMany names of local and foreign music will meet with the audience.
Beyoğlu's newest concert venue. This place was the old venue of Babylon Bomonti.
The Wall Bar
22 İmam Adnan Sk.Punk rock bar. If you like punk music, you will lile this venue.
Peyote Nevizade - The long-running Peyote is one of the most popular and beloved venues in Istanbul. Tucked away in Nevizade in the heart of Beyoğlu, Peyote hosts live music several days a week and its terrace always hosts excellent DJs. Peyote is known for its commitment to supporting local artists and countless acts from Istanbul's music scene have cut their teeth on its venerable stage. A wonderful place to get a drink from anytime between the early afternoon to the early morning.
Peyote Nevizade
No: 4 Kameriye SokakPeyote Nevizade - The long-running Peyote is one of the most popular and beloved venues in Istanbul. Tucked away in Nevizade in the heart of Beyoğlu, Peyote hosts live music several days a week and its terrace always hosts excellent DJs. Peyote is known for its commitment to supporting local artists and countless acts from Istanbul's music scene have cut their teeth on its venerable stage. A wonderful place to get a drink from anytime between the early afternoon to the early morning.
Food & Drink
Kokoreç is one of the most consumed fast foods in Turkey. It is made of lamb intestines. You should definitely try!
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Şampiyon Kokoreç
No:21 Sahne Sk.Kokoreç is one of the most consumed fast foods in Turkey. It is made of lamb intestines. You should definitely try!
İşkembe Çorbası / Turkish style tripe soup
One of the best places is Lale İşkembecisi to eat this soup. You should try!
Lale İşkembecisi
5 Tarlabaşı Bulvarıİşkembe Çorbası / Turkish style tripe soup
One of the best places is Lale İşkembecisi to eat this soup. You should try!
This is the old and historical patisserie with lots of sweet stuff. Try to eat profiterol!
The iconic İnci Pastanesi opened in 1944 on İstiklal Caddesi, quickly becoming famous for its profiteroles and classic interior. In 2012, the gentrification that has driven almost all of the original small business owners on İstiklal also forced İnci to move to a nearby backstreet, abandoning its home of nearly seven decades. Though the new location isn't quite the same, the taste of its heavenly profiteroles hasn't changed in the slightest. As İnci remains open until midnight, it's common practice around Beyoğlu to ditch dessert after dinner and head straight here for the real deal
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İnci Pastanesi
18/A Mis Sk.This is the old and historical patisserie with lots of sweet stuff. Try to eat profiterol!
The iconic İnci Pastanesi opened in 1944 on İstiklal Caddesi, quickly becoming famous for its profiteroles and classic interior. In 2012, the gentrification that has driven almost all of the original small business owners on İstiklal also forced İnci to move to a nearby backstreet, abandoning its home of nearly seven decades. Though the new location isn't quite the same, the taste of its heavenly profiteroles hasn't changed in the slightest. As İnci remains open until midnight, it's common practice around Beyoğlu to ditch dessert after dinner and head straight here for the real deal
Best Dürüm place! Have an Adana Dürüm! So Tasty and cheap! ps:
Once Anthony Bourdain ate there and he loved the food!
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Dürümzade
26/A Kamer Hatun Cd.Best Dürüm place! Have an Adana Dürüm! So Tasty and cheap! ps:
Once Anthony Bourdain ate there and he loved the food!
The Flower Passage is a historical arcade containing cafes, restaurants and wineries. The arcade originally contained a theatre, which was destroyed in a fire. After the Russian Revolution of 1917, many formerly wealthy Russian women sold flowers here, giving the area its name. This is an exquisite feat of architecture that you can enjoy either by strolling through or by sitting and enjoying a meal or a beverage under the domed roof.
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Çiçek Pasajı Manolya Restaurant
The Flower Passage is a historical arcade containing cafes, restaurants and wineries. The arcade originally contained a theatre, which was destroyed in a fire. After the Russian Revolution of 1917, many formerly wealthy Russian women sold flowers here, giving the area its name. This is an exquisite feat of architecture that you can enjoy either by strolling through or by sitting and enjoying a meal or a beverage under the domed roof.
Solera Winery
44 Yeni Çarşı Cd.A great little wine bar!
One of best affordable typical Turkish breakfast in town. And ıt is qute close to the our flat.
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Van Kahvaltı Evi
52/A Defterdar Ykş.One of best affordable typical Turkish breakfast in town. And ıt is qute close to the our flat.
“Istanbul traditional restaurant”
“Great fish & raki and helpful staff”
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Asmalı Cavit
16/D Asmalı Mescit Cd.“Istanbul traditional restaurant”
“Great fish & raki and helpful staff”
It is a cute cafe with delicious desserts. As you enjoy your dessert, you can have a taste of Ara Guler's photos on the walls and look at photography books
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Cafe Ara
2 Ara Güler SokağıIt is a cute cafe with delicious desserts. As you enjoy your dessert, you can have a taste of Ara Guler's photos on the walls and look at photography books
Urban is a great place to chill out and have a few drinks and eat delicious dishes at a reasonable price. and here is quite Artsy and one of the important meeting spot for the artists. The outside area is quiet. Away from the Istiklal madness. The inside is something very special. I suggest sitting outside on a warm afternoon with friends. Grabbing a cold beer and pizza or sitting inside one fine evening and sharing a bottle of wine with someone special. A hidden gem in a chaotic area
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Urban Cafe
No:6/A Galatasaray Kartal sokUrban is a great place to chill out and have a few drinks and eat delicious dishes at a reasonable price. and here is quite Artsy and one of the important meeting spot for the artists. The outside area is quiet. Away from the Istiklal madness. The inside is something very special. I suggest sitting outside on a warm afternoon with friends. Grabbing a cold beer and pizza or sitting inside one fine evening and sharing a bottle of wine with someone special. A hidden gem in a chaotic area
Cheap and tasty Turkish home foods and lots of food options. Here we go!. And it's quite close to us. Enjoy your meal1
Balcan Lokantası
24/A Kurabiye SokakCheap and tasty Turkish home foods and lots of food options. Here we go!. And it's quite close to us. Enjoy your meal1
Great restaurant, since the Ottoman period (1888)! I have eaten an lamb on oven that was excellent! Good service and price!
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Hacı Abdullah Lokantası
No:9/A Atıf Yılmaz Cd.Great restaurant, since the Ottoman period (1888)! I have eaten an lamb on oven that was excellent! Good service and price!
This is a local breakfast spot. The menu is tasty menemen (egg, pepper & tomato scramble) with nice tea at a reasonable price. Great way to start your day with a delicious breakfast.
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Lades Menemen
11/12 11/12 11 Sadri Alışık Sk.This is a local breakfast spot. The menu is tasty menemen (egg, pepper & tomato scramble) with nice tea at a reasonable price. Great way to start your day with a delicious breakfast.
The unique was of this place’s signature item which they call “ wet burger” it’s basically placing a medium cooked beef Pattie inside a bun and pouring tomato sauce made of commercial Ketchup + water used to be good.
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Kizilkayalar
No:2/C Sıraselviler Cd.The unique was of this place’s signature item which they call “ wet burger” it’s basically placing a medium cooked beef Pattie inside a bun and pouring tomato sauce made of commercial Ketchup + water used to be good.
At Çiya Sofrası, the tastes of Southeastern Anatolia and Eastern Mediterranean cuisine are prepared in accordance with their originality.
The ingredients used in the dishes they prepare with a wide variety of recipes from different regions of Anatolia, mainly Eastern Mediterranean and Southeastern Anatolia, are also provided from these regions. There are interesting dishes such as Şıhilmehşi, mualle, tattoo, forget me, maş soup, malhıtalı soup, lebeni soup, firik pilaf, kömeç vaccine, sitti bagel, and green plum pan. The meal can be ended with Fig Dessert and Melengiş Coffee. You can follow the daily menu online, order local delicacies on the menu or fill your plate with delicious olive oil dishes from the salad bar. On the other hand, the pickles set in the showcase are extremely successful both in appearance and taste. The sweet conversation between Musa Bey and his wife, who is behind all this success, is another reason why we stopped by Çiya. Çiya has more than one shop on the same street.
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Çiya Sofrası
Güneşli Bahçe SokağıAt Çiya Sofrası, the tastes of Southeastern Anatolia and Eastern Mediterranean cuisine are prepared in accordance with their originality.
The ingredients used in the dishes they prepare with a wide variety of recipes from different regions of Anatolia, mainly Eastern Mediterranean and Southeastern Anatolia, are also provided from these regions. There are interesting dishes such as Şıhilmehşi, mualle, tattoo, forget me, maş soup, malhıtalı soup, lebeni soup, firik pilaf, kömeç vaccine, sitti bagel, and green plum pan. The meal can be ended with Fig Dessert and Melengiş Coffee. You can follow the daily menu online, order local delicacies on the menu or fill your plate with delicious olive oil dishes from the salad bar. On the other hand, the pickles set in the showcase are extremely successful both in appearance and taste. The sweet conversation between Musa Bey and his wife, who is behind all this success, is another reason why we stopped by Çiya. Çiya has more than one shop on the same street.
Museums, parks, districts and places to see
This spot has one of the best view of Bosphorus. Grab your drink from the market and go there and enjoy with the view!
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Cihangir Merdivenleri
No:1 Tüfekçi Salih Sk.This spot has one of the best view of Bosphorus. Grab your drink from the market and go there and enjoy with the view!
This hotel has a great view at their terrace and also they have a bar. You can drink cocktails, beer or wine. Definitely you should visit to see a great view of GoldenHorn.
Also, Fatih Akın's movie Gegen Die Wand and Crossing The Bridge – The Sound of Istanbul had some scenes in this hotel.
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Grand Hotel De Londres
53 Meşrutiyet Cd.This hotel has a great view at their terrace and also they have a bar. You can drink cocktails, beer or wine. Definitely you should visit to see a great view of GoldenHorn.
Also, Fatih Akın's movie Gegen Die Wand and Crossing The Bridge – The Sound of Istanbul had some scenes in this hotel.
The best Modern art Museum in Town! You should definitely visit.
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Istanbul Museum of Modern Art
No:1/1 Meşrutiyet Cd.The best Modern art Museum in Town! You should definitely visit.
Galata Port is a complex whic has Fancy cafes, restraurants and bars. Also galata port has a perfect view of Bosphorus. You don't need to go to that venues, you can grab your own drink and food and you can walk at the sea side of Galata Port.
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Galataport Liman Isletmeleri
Galata Port is a complex whic has Fancy cafes, restraurants and bars. Also galata port has a perfect view of Bosphorus. You don't need to go to that venues, you can grab your own drink and food and you can walk at the sea side of Galata Port.
A great venue for contemporary art! There is a restaurant, bookstore and exhibitions! You should visit!
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SALT Beyoğlu
No:136 İstiklal Cd.A great venue for contemporary art! There is a restaurant, bookstore and exhibitions! You should visit!
My favourite bookstore n Town. They have a giant options for all kind of books. Also there is many english books, too. If you visit there, also you can find my publication ''Heyt be! Fanzin'' Heyt be is published in English, Turkish. That's an underground diy art publication.
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Robinson Crusoe 389
No:136 İstiklal Cd.My favourite bookstore n Town. They have a giant options for all kind of books. Also there is many english books, too. If you visit there, also you can find my publication ''Heyt be! Fanzin'' Heyt be is published in English, Turkish. That's an underground diy art publication.
A huge art complex which is quite close to the flat. There is bookstore, exhibitions and cafe in AKM.
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Ataturk Cultural Center
Tak-ı Zafer CaddesiA huge art complex which is quite close to the flat. There is bookstore, exhibitions and cafe in AKM.
Towering over Galatasaray Sq, this sleek cultural centre affiliated with a major Turkish bank stages art exhibitions, hosts classical-music concerts, and is home to a research library of books on arts and culture. The light-filled exterior staircase overlooking İstiklal Caddesi is a popular spot for selfies
Yapı Kredi Kültür Sanat Yayıncılık
No: 161 İstiklal CaddesiTowering over Galatasaray Sq, this sleek cultural centre affiliated with a major Turkish bank stages art exhibitions, hosts classical-music concerts, and is home to a research library of books on arts and culture. The light-filled exterior staircase overlooking İstiklal Caddesi is a popular spot for selfies
Elgiz Collection consists of works of by influential Turkish and international artists, such as Ömer Uluç, Fahrelnissa Zeid, Abdurrahman Öztoprak, Tracey Emin, Jan Fabre, Barbara Kruger, Cindy Sherman, Andy Warhol, Julian Schnabel, Sol LeWitt, Peter Halley, Paul McCarthy, Gilbert & George, Robert Rauschenberg, Doug Aitken. The eclectic content of the collection allows the viewer to enjoy a comprehensive journey through the major contemporary art movements of the last two decades.
Proje4L was founded by collectors Sevda and Can Elgiz under the name of “Istanbul Museum of Contemporary Art” in its former premises in Levent. The museum opened in 2001, when there were no non-profit institutions in Turkey dedicated to contemporary art. In September 2011, Elgiz Museum started celebrating the 10th year of its commitment to contemporary art in Turkey with a book and a panel of international women collectors as well as special exhibitions and events that will be lasting until September 2012. Established with a mission to promote the development of contemporary art in Turkey, the initiative focused on providing space, support and international visibility to projects by young Turkish artists. As new art institutions and museums bloomed in Turkish art scene in 2005, the collectors converted the space to a private collection museum under the name ‘Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art’ to host the Elgiz Collection. Proje4L/Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art is located in the dynamic business district of Istanbul, Maslak and is open to the public free of charge.
Elgiz Museum
Elgiz Collection consists of works of by influential Turkish and international artists, such as Ömer Uluç, Fahrelnissa Zeid, Abdurrahman Öztoprak, Tracey Emin, Jan Fabre, Barbara Kruger, Cindy Sherman, Andy Warhol, Julian Schnabel, Sol LeWitt, Peter Halley, Paul McCarthy, Gilbert & George, Robert Rauschenberg, Doug Aitken. The eclectic content of the collection allows the viewer to enjoy a comprehensive journey through the major contemporary art movements of the last two decades.
Proje4L was founded by collectors Sevda and Can Elgiz under the name of “Istanbul Museum of Contemporary Art” in its former premises in Levent. The museum opened in 2001, when there were no non-profit institutions in Turkey dedicated to contemporary art. In September 2011, Elgiz Museum started celebrating the 10th year of its commitment to contemporary art in Turkey with a book and a panel of international women collectors as well as special exhibitions and events that will be lasting until September 2012. Established with a mission to promote the development of contemporary art in Turkey, the initiative focused on providing space, support and international visibility to projects by young Turkish artists. As new art institutions and museums bloomed in Turkish art scene in 2005, the collectors converted the space to a private collection museum under the name ‘Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art’ to host the Elgiz Collection. Proje4L/Elgiz Museum of Contemporary Art is located in the dynamic business district of Istanbul, Maslak and is open to the public free of charge.
A visit to Istiklal Street is an opportunity to experience the unique energy and spirit of Istanbul at its most organic. The street is the busiest in the city, comparable to Fifth Avenue in NYC or Oxford Street in London. The long stretch has shops with every product imaginable, cafes and restaurants, live music, bars, cinemas and much more. This is our list of the best attractions on Istiklal Street.
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Istiklal Caddesi
İstiklal CaddesiA visit to Istiklal Street is an opportunity to experience the unique energy and spirit of Istanbul at its most organic. The street is the busiest in the city, comparable to Fifth Avenue in NYC or Oxford Street in London. The long stretch has shops with every product imaginable, cafes and restaurants, live music, bars, cinemas and much more. This is our list of the best attractions on Istiklal Street.
This museum was built in tribute to the ceremony conducted by the Turkish order of Whirling Dervishes. The ceremony denotes an ancient practice of spinning in a deep prayer trance, arms raised in praise of God. It is a ceremony that only those admitted into the order can perform and is one of the most fascinating spectacles that travellers can witness in Turkey. This museum archives many artefacts and documents from the long history of this ceremony, including the origins and its outlawing in the 1920s.
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Galata Mevlevihanesi Müzesi
No:15 Galip Dede Cd.This museum was built in tribute to the ceremony conducted by the Turkish order of Whirling Dervishes. The ceremony denotes an ancient practice of spinning in a deep prayer trance, arms raised in praise of God. It is a ceremony that only those admitted into the order can perform and is one of the most fascinating spectacles that travellers can witness in Turkey. This museum archives many artefacts and documents from the long history of this ceremony, including the origins and its outlawing in the 1920s.
The arcade has been in Istanbul since the 1870s and was one of many locations in the city renovated due to fire damage. It remains an integral city landmark, hosting a cinema and shops. A stroll through this arcade is a fascinating look into how regular Istanbul citizens live and socialise. This is a great stop for any traveller who wants a real glimpse of Istanbul – behind the guidebooks and travel brochures.
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Atlas Cinemas
131 İstiklal Cd.The arcade has been in Istanbul since the 1870s and was one of many locations in the city renovated due to fire damage. It remains an integral city landmark, hosting a cinema and shops. A stroll through this arcade is a fascinating look into how regular Istanbul citizens live and socialise. This is a great stop for any traveller who wants a real glimpse of Istanbul – behind the guidebooks and travel brochures.
you must visit, the history of thus amazing mosque is absolutely awe inspiring as is the truly amazing architecture.
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Hagia Sophia
No:1 Ayasofya Meydanıyou must visit, the history of thus amazing mosque is absolutely awe inspiring as is the truly amazing architecture.
Icon of the Istanbul skyline, Galata Tower is a high medieval stone tower offering amazing views of Istanbul's historic peninsula and the Bosphorus. There is a restaurant on the upper floor. A Must-See when in town.
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Galata Tower
Icon of the Istanbul skyline, Galata Tower is a high medieval stone tower offering amazing views of Istanbul's historic peninsula and the Bosphorus. There is a restaurant on the upper floor. A Must-See when in town.
It is an amazing place, there is history and effort everywhere, love in every stone Its history was made 2500 years ago. It was built by the Athenian commander Alcibiades, and the Byzantine Emperor Manuel Comnenos strengthened the building with stones and had it designed as a complete tower. He wanted to protect his daughter from snake attack, had a tower built in the middle of the sea and took her daughter there...
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Maiden's Tower
Salacak MevkiiIt is an amazing place, there is history and effort everywhere, love in every stone Its history was made 2500 years ago. It was built by the Athenian commander Alcibiades, and the Byzantine Emperor Manuel Comnenos strengthened the building with stones and had it designed as a complete tower. He wanted to protect his daughter from snake attack, had a tower built in the middle of the sea and took her daughter there...
This site is definitely worth visiting! Located right on the water with views of Faith Sultan Mehmet Köprüsü bridge, this fortress stands out amongst the surrounding modern architecture.
We spent about 1 hour walking around the inside. Cool views from inside the fortress looking out at the water (can see in attached photos). Also lovely to see from outside the fortress!
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Rumelihisarı
Yahya Kemal CaddesiThis site is definitely worth visiting! Located right on the water with views of Faith Sultan Mehmet Köprüsü bridge, this fortress stands out amongst the surrounding modern architecture.
We spent about 1 hour walking around the inside. Cool views from inside the fortress looking out at the water (can see in attached photos). Also lovely to see from outside the fortress!
The iconic Camondo (or Kamondo) staircase was built in the late 19th century - sponsored by the Jewish Camondo family, who were leading bankers during the Ottoman period. It provides a convenient route for climbing from Bankalar Caddesi (Bank Street) in Karakoy to the Galata Tower, the daily route between home and the workplace for the Camondos. It is also said that it was built for the children of the Camondo family.
This staircase is built in the Art Noveau style and is said to resemble a flowing river. You will often come across a musician or two on its landings, who provide live music while you pause for breath and click a photo.
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Kamondo Stairs
NO:10 Bankalar Cd.The iconic Camondo (or Kamondo) staircase was built in the late 19th century - sponsored by the Jewish Camondo family, who were leading bankers during the Ottoman period. It provides a convenient route for climbing from Bankalar Caddesi (Bank Street) in Karakoy to the Galata Tower, the daily route between home and the workplace for the Camondos. It is also said that it was built for the children of the Camondo family.
This staircase is built in the Art Noveau style and is said to resemble a flowing river. You will often come across a musician or two on its landings, who provide live music while you pause for breath and click a photo.
A huge art complex! There is a big library, bookstore, cafe, bar and restaurants. and SaltGalata has a great Golden horn view. You should definitely visit there. I love their library.
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SALT Galata, Istanbul
No:11 Bankalar Cd.A huge art complex! There is a big library, bookstore, cafe, bar and restaurants. and SaltGalata has a great Golden horn view. You should definitely visit there. I love their library.
The Rahmi M Koç Museum is the first major museum in Turkey dedicated to the history of Transport, Industry and Communications. Housed in magnificent buildings - themselves prime examples of industrial archaeology - on the shore of the historic Golden Horn, the collection contains thousands of items from gramophone needles to full size ships and aircraft.
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Rahmi M. Koc Museum
No:5 Aziz Sk.The Rahmi M Koç Museum is the first major museum in Turkey dedicated to the history of Transport, Industry and Communications. Housed in magnificent buildings - themselves prime examples of industrial archaeology - on the shore of the historic Golden Horn, the collection contains thousands of items from gramophone needles to full size ships and aircraft.
The Museum of Innocence (Turkish: Masumiyet Müzesi) is a museum in a 19th-century house in Istanbul (Çukurcuma) created by novelist Orhan Pamuk as a companion to his novel The Museum of Innocence. The museum and the novel were created in tandem, centred on the stories of two Istanbul families. On 17 May 2014, the museum was announced as the winner of the 2014 European Museum of the Year Award.[1]
The narrative and the museum offer a glimpse into upper-class Istanbul life from the 1970s to the early 2000s.[2] The novel details the story of Kemal, a wealthy Istanbulite who falls in love with his poorer cousin, and the museum displays the artefacts of their love story.[2][3] According to the museum website, the collection, which includes more than a thousand objects, presents what the novel’s characters "used, wore, heard, saw, collected and dreamed of, all meticulously arranged in boxes and display cabinets."
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Museum of Innocence
2 Dalgıç Çk.The Museum of Innocence (Turkish: Masumiyet Müzesi) is a museum in a 19th-century house in Istanbul (Çukurcuma) created by novelist Orhan Pamuk as a companion to his novel The Museum of Innocence. The museum and the novel were created in tandem, centred on the stories of two Istanbul families. On 17 May 2014, the museum was announced as the winner of the 2014 European Museum of the Year Award.[1]
The narrative and the museum offer a glimpse into upper-class Istanbul life from the 1970s to the early 2000s.[2] The novel details the story of Kemal, a wealthy Istanbulite who falls in love with his poorer cousin, and the museum displays the artefacts of their love story.[2][3] According to the museum website, the collection, which includes more than a thousand objects, presents what the novel’s characters "used, wore, heard, saw, collected and dreamed of, all meticulously arranged in boxes and display cabinets."
You'll fall in love with the grounds, the museum, and the views. There is a restaurant on the grounds, and the views from it are spectacular (Although it is pricey, it is worth it). The museum is a little further north on the European side, but well-worth the trip
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Sabancı University Sakıp Sabancı Museum
42 Sakıp Sabancı Cd.You'll fall in love with the grounds, the museum, and the views. There is a restaurant on the grounds, and the views from it are spectacular (Although it is pricey, it is worth it). The museum is a little further north on the European side, but well-worth the trip
The İstanbul Toy Museum (Turkish: İstanbul Oyuncak Müzesi) is a toy museum located in the Göztepe neighbourhood of Kadıköy district in İstanbul, Turkey.
The museum was founded by the Turkish poet and novelist, Sunay Akın, in 2005. The museum opened on April 23, a national holiday in Turkey, National Sovereignty and Children's Day. Currently, the museum has on display 4,000 toys and miniatures from Turkey and abroad; many of the exhibits are antiques, some of which date back nearly 200 years. The first floor of the museum is the site of the Eyüp Toy Shop, a famous toy shop that closed down in the 1950s.
In 2012, the museum was nominated and shortlisted for the annual European Museum Academy Children’s Museum Award.[1]
The museum is open weekdays (except Mondays), 9:30-18:00, and weekends, 9:30-19:00. It is located at Ömerpaşa Caddesi, Dr. Zeki Zeren Sokak 17, Göztepe-Kadıköy, Istanbul.
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İstanbul Oyuncak Müzesi
No:15 Dr. Zeki Zeren SkThe İstanbul Toy Museum (Turkish: İstanbul Oyuncak Müzesi) is a toy museum located in the Göztepe neighbourhood of Kadıköy district in İstanbul, Turkey.
The museum was founded by the Turkish poet and novelist, Sunay Akın, in 2005. The museum opened on April 23, a national holiday in Turkey, National Sovereignty and Children's Day. Currently, the museum has on display 4,000 toys and miniatures from Turkey and abroad; many of the exhibits are antiques, some of which date back nearly 200 years. The first floor of the museum is the site of the Eyüp Toy Shop, a famous toy shop that closed down in the 1950s.
In 2012, the museum was nominated and shortlisted for the annual European Museum Academy Children’s Museum Award.[1]
The museum is open weekdays (except Mondays), 9:30-18:00, and weekends, 9:30-19:00. It is located at Ömerpaşa Caddesi, Dr. Zeki Zeren Sokak 17, Göztepe-Kadıköy, Istanbul.
Pera Museum (Turkish: Pera Müzesi) is an art museum in the Tepebaşı quarter of the Beyoğlu (Pera) district in Istanbul, Turkey, at Meşrutiyet Avenue No. 65 (adjacent to İstiklal Avenue and in close proximity to Taksim Square.)[1] It has a particular focus on Orientalism in 19th-century art, modern and contemporary art.
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Pera Museum
65 Meşrutiyet Cd.Pera Museum (Turkish: Pera Müzesi) is an art museum in the Tepebaşı quarter of the Beyoğlu (Pera) district in Istanbul, Turkey, at Meşrutiyet Avenue No. 65 (adjacent to İstiklal Avenue and in close proximity to Taksim Square.)[1] It has a particular focus on Orientalism in 19th-century art, modern and contemporary art.
The Borusan Contemporary Perili Köşk (Haunted Mansion) Istanbul was founded with the vision to introduce the Borusan Contemporary Art Collection to a wider audience and to strengthen interest in contemporary art in Turkey. Based on the "office-museum" concept, Borusan Contemporary aims to become a pioneer in the field of media art with its unique physical environment hosting the works and a distinct visiting experience.
Prominent art works from the Borusan Contemporary Art Collection are exhibited on the office floors of the Haunted Mansion for extensive periods of time and can be visited by art enthusiasts every weekend. The building serves as the office of the Borusan Holding Company during the week and hosts a variety of selections from the collection, solo or group exhibitions organized by nationally and internationally recognized curators over the weekends.
A further goal of the museum is to contribute to the production of knowledge by supporting the exhibitions with educational programs and academic discussions intended for children from all age groups as well as adults, thereby directly influencing Turkey's artistic and cultural environment.
With its art shop and cafeteria, the Borusan Contemporary offers a unique and fully developed museum experience, unrivalled in Turkey.
www.borusancontemporary.com
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Borusan Contemporary
No:5 Balta Limanı Hisar Cd.The Borusan Contemporary Perili Köşk (Haunted Mansion) Istanbul was founded with the vision to introduce the Borusan Contemporary Art Collection to a wider audience and to strengthen interest in contemporary art in Turkey. Based on the "office-museum" concept, Borusan Contemporary aims to become a pioneer in the field of media art with its unique physical environment hosting the works and a distinct visiting experience.
Prominent art works from the Borusan Contemporary Art Collection are exhibited on the office floors of the Haunted Mansion for extensive periods of time and can be visited by art enthusiasts every weekend. The building serves as the office of the Borusan Holding Company during the week and hosts a variety of selections from the collection, solo or group exhibitions organized by nationally and internationally recognized curators over the weekends.
A further goal of the museum is to contribute to the production of knowledge by supporting the exhibitions with educational programs and academic discussions intended for children from all age groups as well as adults, thereby directly influencing Turkey's artistic and cultural environment.
With its art shop and cafeteria, the Borusan Contemporary offers a unique and fully developed museum experience, unrivalled in Turkey.
www.borusancontemporary.com
An Important Culture and Tourism Investment from Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Culture Inc.
Miniaturk: Where time stands still
Miniatürk, bringing together the rich architectural heritage of the civilizations that had ruled and left their marks on this ancient land from ancient ages to Rome, Byzantine, Seljuk Empire and Ottoman Empire, was completed by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Culture Inc. on May 2nd, 2003.
Miniaturk has become a showcase of Turkey with the Slogan of 'A small Model of a Big Country'.
136 models in total, 60 from Istanbul, 63 from Anatolia and 13 from Ottoman territory outside of Turkey, that were selected among thousands of architectural works based on their reput. All models are 1/25 of the real size.
Miniaturk is not limited to Turkey and Turkish culture. It carries the life experiences of the nearby geography, including the values that give Anatolia its character. Reaching to the Golden Horn three thousand years ago, the traces left by the civilizations ruled by peace, tolerance and justice are brought together in this park.
On one side, the caravanserais, social complexes, madrasas, bridges, stations, piers, castles, city walls, tombs, mosques, churches, synagogues, palaces, mansions, obelisks, monuments and sculptures, on the other side, unique natural formations from fairy chimnies to Pamukkale were selected by the meticulous work of an expert team.
Also, two of the seven wonders of the ancient ages, Artemis Temple and Halicarnassus Mausoleum, which were built in Anatolia and do not exist are displayed.
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Miniatürk
An Important Culture and Tourism Investment from Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Culture Inc.
Miniaturk: Where time stands still
Miniatürk, bringing together the rich architectural heritage of the civilizations that had ruled and left their marks on this ancient land from ancient ages to Rome, Byzantine, Seljuk Empire and Ottoman Empire, was completed by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Culture Inc. on May 2nd, 2003.
Miniaturk has become a showcase of Turkey with the Slogan of 'A small Model of a Big Country'.
136 models in total, 60 from Istanbul, 63 from Anatolia and 13 from Ottoman territory outside of Turkey, that were selected among thousands of architectural works based on their reput. All models are 1/25 of the real size.
Miniaturk is not limited to Turkey and Turkish culture. It carries the life experiences of the nearby geography, including the values that give Anatolia its character. Reaching to the Golden Horn three thousand years ago, the traces left by the civilizations ruled by peace, tolerance and justice are brought together in this park.
On one side, the caravanserais, social complexes, madrasas, bridges, stations, piers, castles, city walls, tombs, mosques, churches, synagogues, palaces, mansions, obelisks, monuments and sculptures, on the other side, unique natural formations from fairy chimnies to Pamukkale were selected by the meticulous work of an expert team.
Also, two of the seven wonders of the ancient ages, Artemis Temple and Halicarnassus Mausoleum, which were built in Anatolia and do not exist are displayed.
Maçka Democracy Park is a recreational area in Istanbul, Turkey, which has paths for jogging, walking and dog walking. It also has children's areas, rest areas and benches and decorative pools
Don't forget to bring your drink and food.
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Maçka Democracy Park
Mim Kemal Öke CaddesiMaçka Democracy Park is a recreational area in Istanbul, Turkey, which has paths for jogging, walking and dog walking. It also has children's areas, rest areas and benches and decorative pools
Don't forget to bring your drink and food.
Yıldız Park (Turkish: Yıldız Parkı) is a historical, urban park in Beşiktaş district of Istanbul, Turkey. It is one of the largest public parks in Istanbul. The park is located in Yıldız quarter between the palaces of Yıldız and Çırağan.
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Yıldız Park
Çırağan CaddesiYıldız Park (Turkish: Yıldız Parkı) is a historical, urban park in Beşiktaş district of Istanbul, Turkey. It is one of the largest public parks in Istanbul. The park is located in Yıldız quarter between the palaces of Yıldız and Çırağan.
Our neighbour is a small art center which belongs to one of the famous painters of Turkey. His name is Bedri Baykam. Visit their temporary exhibitions during passing by the
Piramid Sanat
No:23/25 Feridiye CaddesiOur neighbour is a small art center which belongs to one of the famous painters of Turkey. His name is Bedri Baykam. Visit their temporary exhibitions during passing by the
The districts that you should visit!
A great district with lots of bars, cafes, bookstore and restaurants with lots of Turkish hipsters.
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Kadıköy
A great district with lots of bars, cafes, bookstore and restaurants with lots of Turkish hipsters.
This neighborhood of Istanbul was once known as the Jewish quarter of the city. Today you can still find many synagogues here, as well as a more diverse group of residents.
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Balat
This neighborhood of Istanbul was once known as the Jewish quarter of the city. Today you can still find many synagogues here, as well as a more diverse group of residents.
Great bosphorus spot! It’s just amazing view excellent for jogging or walking it has a very nice and busy neighbourhood excellent cafes
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Bebek
Great bosphorus spot! It’s just amazing view excellent for jogging or walking it has a very nice and busy neighbourhood excellent cafes
Istanbul has two major tourist attractions that will take almost a full day out of your holiday: a visit to one or more of the Princes’ Islands and a boat tour on the Bosphorus. People rightfully ask me if it’s worth sacrificing one or two days of their often already short stay in Istanbul? That is a tough question to answer, and completely based on personal preferences. So let me explain what you can expect from a daytrip to the Princes’ Island, and how to best go about.
Picture of the Princes' Islands in Istanbul, Turkey.
Princes’ Islands in front of Istanbul. © Photo by Michiel Mobach
What Are the Princes’ Islands of Istanbul
The Princes’ Islands (Kızıl Adalar or just Adalar) are a chain of nine rather small islands in the Sea of Marmara. They evolved from a place of exile during the Byzantine era, to a popular destination for tourists and Istanbulites alike to escape the hectic city life for a day. Of those nine islands, only four of them are open to the public: Büyükada, the biggest and most popular, Burgazada, Heybeliada and Kınalıada.
Princes’ Islands Features
Picture of a horse-drawn carriage on the Princes' Islands in Istanbul, Turkey.
Horse-drawn carriage. © Michiel Mobach
The main feature of any of the Princes’ Islands is the sound of … silence. All fuel-driven vehicles are banned, making the islands an oasis of peace and quiet. The main transportation means are bicycles, electric buses and electric taxis. The latter replacing the typical horse-drawn carriages since 2020. The only sounds you’ll hear are bicycle bells and footsteps.
But that’s not the only feature that makes the Princes’ Islands unique. You’ll find yourself walking or riding through narrow streets flanked by either untouched pine-forests or fine, wooden Victorian cottages.
Ps: My favourite island is Burgazada (second island). If ıt is summer time, don't forget to bring your swimsuit!
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Adalar
Istanbul has two major tourist attractions that will take almost a full day out of your holiday: a visit to one or more of the Princes’ Islands and a boat tour on the Bosphorus. People rightfully ask me if it’s worth sacrificing one or two days of their often already short stay in Istanbul? That is a tough question to answer, and completely based on personal preferences. So let me explain what you can expect from a daytrip to the Princes’ Island, and how to best go about.
Picture of the Princes' Islands in Istanbul, Turkey.
Princes’ Islands in front of Istanbul. © Photo by Michiel Mobach
What Are the Princes’ Islands of Istanbul
The Princes’ Islands (Kızıl Adalar or just Adalar) are a chain of nine rather small islands in the Sea of Marmara. They evolved from a place of exile during the Byzantine era, to a popular destination for tourists and Istanbulites alike to escape the hectic city life for a day. Of those nine islands, only four of them are open to the public: Büyükada, the biggest and most popular, Burgazada, Heybeliada and Kınalıada.
Princes’ Islands Features
Picture of a horse-drawn carriage on the Princes' Islands in Istanbul, Turkey.
Horse-drawn carriage. © Michiel Mobach
The main feature of any of the Princes’ Islands is the sound of … silence. All fuel-driven vehicles are banned, making the islands an oasis of peace and quiet. The main transportation means are bicycles, electric buses and electric taxis. The latter replacing the typical horse-drawn carriages since 2020. The only sounds you’ll hear are bicycle bells and footsteps.
But that’s not the only feature that makes the Princes’ Islands unique. You’ll find yourself walking or riding through narrow streets flanked by either untouched pine-forests or fine, wooden Victorian cottages.
Ps: My favourite island is Burgazada (second island). If ıt is summer time, don't forget to bring your swimsuit!
Besiktas is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Istanbul. This region is located on the European part of the Bosphorus. It is considered one of the most famous and vital areas in the European section of the city.
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It contains everything a tourist can do from a bazaar, fish market, cultural and artistic activities, nightlife, shopping malls, historic buildings and a soccer club to beachside recreation, places to eat, and ferry docks
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Beşiktaş
Besiktas is one of the oldest neighborhoods in Istanbul. This region is located on the European part of the Bosphorus. It is considered one of the most famous and vital areas in the European section of the city.
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It contains everything a tourist can do from a bazaar, fish market, cultural and artistic activities, nightlife, shopping malls, historic buildings and a soccer club to beachside recreation, places to eat, and ferry docks