Fascinating city - old and new, east meets west, great food, transport, friendly people. I will definitely be back!

My sister and I spent 6 days (5 nights) in Istanbul in June 2013. Time was just enough to see a lot, but not everything, so we want to come back and repeat experiance but also explore more. We were exploring city during the day, which was our aim, so we can not say a thing about nightlife. We booked... More

The 3 day Galipoli, Troy & Ephesus Tour provided by †he New Deal Travel Agency is simply a must if this is your first trip to Turkey. The guides are young enthusiastic walking encyclopaedias .The sites can be breathtaking and then there is the 5 star accommodation ( i recommend this option ). Everything is organised. All you have to... More

I was in Istanbul for more than 2 month and visited all part of Istanbul (both European & Asian), and now I can recommend you with the highest level of confidence that "Gülhane" district is the best place for tourists who want see the Old City of Istanbul. By booking a hotel in this area you can reach "Blue Mosque",... More

Take a camera as there are lots to see and do. Great walking around the area - wear comfortable shoes!

Liked:- the atmosphere, the people, the bazaars, the shopping! Disliked:- the street sellers (gets a little wearing after a while, found saying 'no' in German helped get ride of them). Disturbed by:- the very young children street sellers, who are out all hours, day & night; and who often sleep on the streets or the river bridge.

I first went to Istanbul some 8 years ago with my teenage daughter. This time I took my wife. If you stay in Sultanahmet area (I particularly recommend any hotel on the street Akbiyik Caddesi) then you are within 10-15 minutes walk of 75% of the major sights, plus you're close to the Sultanahmet Tram stop for if you want... More

Most of the historical places are nearby like blue mosque ,hagia sopia ,grand bazaar..you can do at your own no need to take group tours.

We saw so much and learned a lot too. no problem with protests going on during the time of our stay.