The 6th-century church of Hagia Sophia that dominates the Istanbul skyline is one of the best known and most visited sites of the historic peninsula.
Any shopping lover will appreciate bargaining at the Grand Bazaar. With over 5,000 vendors, this shopping extravaganza is a great way to shop for Turkish treasures
I love Lokma! Beautiful views and traditional Turkish breakfast. Reasonable and frequented by locals. A great casual and relaxing venue
There is nothing better in the world that to see the sunset enjoying a gin tonic at the top terrace of The Marmara Pera Hotel!
Lokmalarındaki tarçın Hindistan'dan özel getiriliyor. Sadece tarçın için deneyin.
A must see for the view. Don't expect the best food or service. Ideal for an afternoon drink.
Come up here to sit at the spot where the French novelist supposedly found inspiration, even though the view that will greet you is far more built-up than the one that so enthralled him.
Topped with a distinctive witch's hat roof, the prominent Galata Tower dates back to the days when Genose traders were settled in this part of town.
Awesome place. Try all the different locations all over town. Each has its own look and feel.
Best Turkish delight in Istanbul! Historic candy company that started making candies for the Sultan way-back-when.. Enjoy!
Galata Bridge, Until the 19th century old Byzantine city of Constantinople was completely seperated from Galata and Pera by the Halic or Golden Horn
Amid Istanbul's many surprises, few places can be more unexpectedly romantic than the wonderful Yerebatan Cistern, which lurks underground just across the tram lines from Hagia Sophia.
Stop the efforts to replace this old park with concrete buildings! Sign the petition at Taksim squre!
Taksim Square, with its monument to the founding of the Turkish Republic, is very much the symbolic heat of modern Istanbul, a busy transport intersection within walking distance of all cafes,...
Head to Reşat Balık, a third-generation family business that has supplied traditional meyhanes around town with lakerda (pickled bonito) since the 1940s. Read more.
İ loved this place, which kept full spirit of old Istanbul-Pera, an atmosphere magic that makes you feel like a princess on the scene of this rich history with its authentic decoration
İstanbul’da en iyi kahvaltı edilecek yerlerden biri. Standart kahvaltı tabağının yanı sıra kıymalı kol böreği, poğaçaları ve sahanda yumurtayla kahvaltıyı uzatmak mümkün. - Müge Akgün Read more.
Since 1871 this family run business has made the Turkish coffee famous worldwide. Wait in the long line for a cup or go near the front window and grab a pack of freshly roasted coffee to make at home.
One of our favorite meyhanes. For mezes, try patlican salatasi (eggplant puree) & soslu patlican (fried eggplant in a tangy tomato sauce). The ciğer (liver) & grilled hamsi (anchovies) are delicious. Read more.
Kavurmasi tek kelime ile enfes. Et suyu ile yapılan pilav da tabiiki iyi bir arkadaş :) ayranla beraber 10 tl. Mekan salaş ve küçük. Fasulye de var onu da bidakine deneyecez.
Caution: over ordering is common. If not careful, there will be a meat explosion on your table.
Istanbul Pale Ale is a traditional English cask Ale, Haliç Gold is a spicy and strong ale, B4 is a more bitter beer. They are all served in their own special glasses. Read more.
