Take holidays in Istanbul for relaxing sailing trips down the Bosphorus, then
explore Sultanahmet's Ottoman palaces and mosques. On your Istanbul
holiday, discover ancient treasures at the Archaeology Museum and
today's Turkish art at Istanbul Modern. On a shopping holiday to
Istanbul, try Nişantaşi's fashion boutiques, then sip cocktails in
Beyoglu's trendy rooftop bars with Istanbul views.
Sightseeing on holidays in Istanbul
On your Istanbul holiday, you'll be drawn to old Ottoman capital at
Sultanahmet for the vast Hagia Sofia and Blue Mosque, and
centuries of history at Istanbul's Archaeology Museums. Wander over
Galata Bridge, the symbolic link between religious and secular Istanbul
which features frequently in Turkish literature, theatre, poetry and painting.
Looking for a relaxing Istanbul holiday? Watch the world go by in traditional
Istanbul teahouses or join locals at a hamam Turkish bath.
Dining on holidays in Istanbul
Enjoy fresh fish on your Istanbul holiday at busy restaurants along the
Bosphorus waterfront. Enjoy Istanbul views and top European cuisine on a
rooftop terrace in Beyoglu. For a real Istanbul experience on holiday, enter
the fun around Beyoglu at a meyhane traditional tavern with live folk
music.
Nightlife on holidays in Istanbul
On your holiday, sample Istanbul nightlife in Beyoglu bars filled with local
musicians, or sip cocktails at glamorous rooftop bars. If you prefer dressing up,
join glamorous Istanbullus at Ortakoy's clubs for house music. Relax
on your Istanbul holiday with a cool beer and backgammon at easy-going cafes on
Galata Bridge.
Daytrips on holidays in Istanbul
On your Istanbul holiday, sail out to Prince's Islands for a
horse-and-carriage ride around to car-free Bukukada. For a relaxing holiday,
leave Istanbul's crowds behind and sail up the Bosphorus to peaceful
Sariyer village to spot Istanbul's graceful yali wooden
summer houses or explore Rumeli Hisar fortress along the way.
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