The best night view of the Galata Bridge from on the water. Try to arrive by boat if you can make it happen. Either way, you'll see a ton of B-list Turkish celebs as you drink your Vodka Red Bull
Great neighborhood to stay in if you want to check out real, posh Istanbul. But it's a trek to the center and the tourist sights, so plan accordingly.
Yes, this is grill & bar, not a bar & grill. I don't know why. But, it has one of the best Sunset views (and dinner menus) in the city.
The Harem was not a prison full of women kept for the Sultan’s pleasure. It was actually the Sultan’s family quarters.
Such a peaceful and beautiful mosque. Worth going just a little out of the way to visit.
I had no idea what Georgian food tasted like before dinner here. Now I can only assume all Georgian food is phenomenal.
Take the TurYol cruise. Costs 12TL for a 1.5 hour cruise boarding at Eminonu. (Grab snacks and water before you go on!!!)
There are many ancient cisterns beneath Istanbul, and this is the largest one. Bulit in the 6th century, the Basilica Cistern is where you'll find the two columns carved with Medusa's image.
