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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #21 of 149 attractions in Istanbul
Attraction type: Historic walking area
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #22 of 149 attractions in Istanbul
Attraction type: Religious site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #23 of 149 attractions in Istanbul
Attraction type: Military museum; Historic site; Performance
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #24 of 149 attractions in Istanbul

This bridge spans the Golden Horn, connecting the old city with Beyoglu, the northern district of Istanbul.

Attraction type: Bridge
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #25 of 149 attractions in Istanbul

This neighborhood in the modern section of the city is home to many foreign consulates, and is popular for its restaurants and nightlife.

Attraction type: Neighborhood
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #26 of 149 attractions in Istanbul

According to Turkish legend, a princess was locked in this tower to protect her from being bitten by a snake. Over the years the tower has been used as a customs station, lighthouse and a residence for retired naval officers.

Attraction type: Historic site; Landmark/point of interest
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #27 of 149 attractions in Istanbul

This mosque was positioned on a hill overlooking the harbor at Eminonu. Today, the local pigeons make their home in its graceful domes and arches.

Attraction type: Religious site; Architectural building
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #28 of 149 attractions in Istanbul

This cobblestone street attracts both locals and tourists who walk its length to enjoy the many restaurants, cafes and shops. Many of the city's movie theaters are also located here.

Attraction type: Street
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #29 of 149 attractions in Istanbul

Gedik Ahmet Paşa had Mimar Hayrettin who was one of the most famous architects of Ottoman Empire built ''Gedikpaşa Turkish Bath'' in 1475.Gedikpaşa Turkish Bat is one of the most important Ottoman...

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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #30 of 149 attractions in Istanbul

This palace was built in the mid 1800s to replace an earlier structure that was made of wood. The new palace incorporated sixteen separate buildings with stables, a flour mill and a clock tower among them.

Attraction type: Historic site; Historic home; Architectural building; History museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #31 of 149 attractions in Istanbul
Attraction type: Historic site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #32 of 149 attractions in Istanbul

Once the largest, private residence of the Ottoman Empire, this palace has been converted into the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts exhibiting a variety of artworks, Korans and antique carpets.

Attraction type: History museum; Architectural building; Art museum
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #33 of 149 attractions in Istanbul

One of the smaller mosques in the city, it was built by Rustem Pasa in 1561 and is noted for the very fine tiles covering the interior and exterior walls.

Attraction type: Architectural building; Religious site
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #34 of 149 attractions in Istanbul
Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #35 of 149 attractions in Istanbul

goturkeytours aims to provide excellent value for money for travellers without compromising their experiences, and offer quality accommodation, transportation, sightseeing and information services. goturkeytours provides tours for all travellers from backpackers to luxury tours and aspires to enable travellers to experience the local atmosphere and discover the real tradition of the destination while also visiting the cultural, historical and natural sights and enjoying all the area has to offer.With nearly 100% customer satisfaction, every year more and more travellers choose goturkeytours for their holidays: not only because of the competitive prices of the goturkeytours, for the great services and local knowledge that make their holidays really special.

Attraction type: Tour
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #36 of 149 attractions in Istanbul

This city square is the heart of the modern section of Istanbul. Many hotels and restaurants can be found here, and it is also the gathering place for locals to celebrate New Year's Eve.

Attraction type: Neighborhood; Town center/square/plaza
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 3.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #37 of 149 attractions in Istanbul
Attraction type: Performance
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #38 of 149 attractions in Istanbul
Attraction type: Museum
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TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #39 of 149 attractions in Istanbul
Attraction type: Bar/club; Jazz bar
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #40 of 149 attractions in Istanbul
Attraction type: Park
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