Long Layover in Istanbul: 10+ Istanbul Landmarks to Explore, Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul is a hub city for many who travel from west to east or vice versa. With various flight schedules, you鈥檒l likely have a long layover in Istanbul. And if you can choose your connection flights with a few hours in between, I highly recommend visiting Istanbul. With this guide, I will help you to make the most of your Istanbul layover.
Istanbul is the only city located in both Europe and Asia, making it a bucket list destination for many. With a rich history, many Istanbul landmarks, and fascinating museums and palaces, it鈥檚 hard to jam-pack everything in a few hours.聽
The best way to experience the city is to wander the streets, nibble on some of the best Turkish street food while admiring modern and ancient architecture, and drink Turkish coffee at one of the cafes and people-watch.聽
The first thing to consider about your layover in Istanbul is that the city is vast, and by that, I mean enormous,聽with 39 neighborhoods! There are hundreds of things to see, do, and experience in Istanbul. Therefore, you must be smart about spending your layover in Istanbul and prioritizing what you want to do here.聽 ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Istanbul is the only city located in both Europe and Asia, making it a bucket list destination for many. With a rich history, many Istanbul landmarks, and fascinating museums and palaces, it鈥檚 hard to jam-pack everything in a few hours.聽
The best way to experience the city is to wander the streets, nibble on some of the best Turkish street food while admiring modern and ancient architecture, and drink Turkish coffee at one of the cafes and people-watch.聽
The first thing to consider about your layover in Istanbul is that the city is vast, and by that, I mean enormous,聽with 39 neighborhoods! There are hundreds of things to see, do, and experience in Istanbul. Therefore, you must be smart about spending your layover in Istanbul and prioritizing what you want to do here.聽 ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: Long Layover in Istanbul: 10+ Istanbul Landmarks to Explore
Guide Location: Turkey » Istanbul
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Baia Dzagnidze
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Turkey » Istanbul
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Article (B))
Author: Baia Dzagnidze
Read it on Author's Website:
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- Florenta Hotel
- Marius Hotel
- Hotel Sultania Boutique Class
- Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
- Sultan Ahmed Mosque
- Sultanahmet
- Serpent Column
- Obelisk of Thutmosis III
- Turkish and Islamic Art Museum
- Topkapi Palace complex
- Dolmabahce Palace
- Beyazit Square
- The Basilica Cistern
- Grand Bazaar
- Spice Bazaar
- Galata Bridge
- gorgeous Italian-looking tower
- Grand Avenue of Pera
- T眉nel Square
- Taksim Square
- Marmara Hotel
- Atat眉rk Cultural Centre
- Gezi Park
- Taksim Mosque
- Emin枚n眉 Pier
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