LET A STRANGER KNEAD YOU; TAKE A TURKISH BATH. Turkish bath (Turkish Hamam) is the best way to relax after a long day by walking. Don't forget to get a massage! Find locals to show you Istanbul: Read more.
GET TO THE TOP OF GALATA TOWER. Galata tower is Istanbul's one of the most striking landmarks. It has an awesome view of Istanbul. Find locals to show you Istanbul. Read more.
TAKE THE LIFT UP TO PIERRE LOTI. It has an awesome view. I would recommend you to have a breakfast there in the early morning or drink a tea while reading your book. Find locals to show you Istanbul. Read more.
CHILL OUT IN GULHANE PARK. Gulhane park is the garden of the Topkapı Palace. You can either run in the park or sit on the grass and relax. The park is full of green. Find locals to show you Istanbul: Read more.
SAY "BEN ÖĞRENCİYİM, BENDE PARA YOK" It means "I am a student, I don't have money"You will go to Grand Bazaar, Spice Bazaar etc. and if you use this sentence, it will work while asking for a discount. Read more.
TAKE A PHAETON TOUR IN PRINCES' ISLANDS. If you are visiting Istanbul in a warm weather, definitely, visit Princes' Islands and rent a bike or take a phaeton tour. Find locals to show you Istanbul Read more.
VISIT ISTANBUL ARCHAEOLOGY MUSEUMS. If you are interested in history, definitely visit Istanbul archeology museums where you can see more than one million objects. Find locals to show you Istanbul: Read more.
GO TO TAVERN IN KARAKÖY AND DRINK RAKI. Rakı is the most known and strongest(40% alcohol) national drink of Turkey. See a Raki Night Experience from a local in Istanbul Read more.
DRINK TURKISH COFFEE TO CURE THE HANGOVER. You can not leave the city before tasting one of the best coffee on the planet. Turkish coffee is worldwide brand itself. Read more.
GET TO THE ROOFTOP OF BUYUK VALIDE INN. It is kind of impossible to get there without a local because you need the key of rooftop's door. See locals to show you Istanbul: Read more.