Things to do in Istanbul

Admire a Byzantine church turned into a mosqueHagia Sophia
Istanbul
Appreciate an Ottoman-era historical imperial mosqueThe Blue Mosque
Istanbul
Climb this medieval tower for views of the BosphorusGalata Tower
Istanbul
Descend into an ancient underground cistern Basilica Cistern
Istanbul
Explore the former residence of Ottoman sultansTopkapi Palace Museum
Istanbul
Marvel at the grandeur of an ornate Ottoman palaceDolmabahçe Palace
Istanbul
Feel the atmosphere of one of the world\'s oldest covered marketsGrand Bazaar
Istanbul
Shop for spices, teas, and traditional Turkish sweetsEgyptian Bazaar
Istanbul
Take a boat tour along the Bosphorus StraitBosphorus
Istanbul
Stroll through one of the city\'s biggest and most beautiful parksGülhane Park
Istanbul