Most of the mosques in Istanbul were built between the 15th and 20th centuries, when it was the capital of the Ottoman Empire. However, there are also noteworthy mosques built during the Republic period. In this article, I listed the most beautiful mosques of Istanbul from the eyes of a professional tour guide and tried to answer frequently asked questions about them. Of … [Read more...] about ISTANBUL MOSQUES Opening Hours (Updated 2024)
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FENER BALAT Walking Tour (with Private Guide) 2024
Fener and Balat districts stand out with their centuries-old churches, mosques, synagogues and colorful houses. As a licensed guide, I organize private guided tours in Istanbul and you can discover the hidden treasures of these districts on my Fener Balat walking tour. On the Fener and Balat tour, you can learn a lot about the life of non-Muslims in Istanbul during the … [Read more...] about FENER BALAT Walking Tour (with Private Guide) 2024
Byzantine Istanbul Tour (with Private Guide) 2024
Hello, I am Serhat Engul. I have been a licensed tour guide based in Istanbul for nearly 20 years. If you are reading this article, you have probably asked me about the details of the Byzantine Istanbul tour that I offer in Istanbul. Since 2019, I have been organizing half-day or full-day tours introducing Byzantine history in Istanbul. The programs of these tours may vary … [Read more...] about Byzantine Istanbul Tour (with Private Guide) 2024
İstanbul Müze Giriş Ücretleri ve Saatleri (Güncel 2024)
İstanbul müzeleri için ziyaret saatleri yaz ve kış sezonuna göre farklılaşıyor ve İstanbul müze giriş ücretleri de çok sık değişiyor. İstanbul’un en çok ziyaret edilen müzeleri hakkında güncel bilgileri bu yazıda bulabilirsiniz. İstanbul müzelerinin giriş ücretleri ve ziyaret saatleri çeşitli etkinliklere ve tadilatlara göre değişebilir. Bu sebeple “Ziyaret Saatleri” … [Read more...] about İstanbul Müze Giriş Ücretleri ve Saatleri (Güncel 2024)
Theodosius Cistern Ticket Price & Hours [Updated 2024]
Theodosius Cistern is located in Sultanahmet, one of the most popular touristic centers of Istanbul. There are light shows every hour in the cistern, which was recently restored and opened to visitors. The most famous cistern in Istanbul is the Basilica Cistern from the reign of Emperor Justinian. But Theodosius Cistern is essentially even older than Basilica Cistern. This … [Read more...] about Theodosius Cistern Ticket Price & Hours [Updated 2024]
Grand Bazaar (Istanbul) Opening HOURS [Updated 2024]
Grand Bazaar draws attention with its gigantic dimensions and hosts more than 3000 shops spread over 67 streets. Although Istanbul is famous for its modern shopping centers, shopping in the unique atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar is one of the must-do things in Istanbul. In this article, you can find insider tips you need to know about the Bazaar. About Grand Bazaar The … [Read more...] about Grand Bazaar (Istanbul) Opening HOURS [Updated 2024]
Spice Bazaar (Istanbul) Opening HOURS [Updated 2024]
Spice Bazaar is located in Eminonu, one of the busiest districts of Istanbul. You can experience the traditional shopping style of the city in this 350-year-old historical bazaar. In this article, you can find insider tips you need to know about the Spice Bazaar. About Spice Bazaar Spice Bazaar was originally a place where only spices were sold during the Ottoman … [Read more...] about Spice Bazaar (Istanbul) Opening HOURS [Updated 2024]
10 Best PLACES TO VISIT in Istanbul [Updated 2024]
There are many mosques, churches and museums among the best places to visit in Istanbul. In this article, you can find 10 of the most popular historical monuments in the city. As a private tour guide in Istanbul for many years, I accompanied hundreds of tourists. In this article, I have selected the most preferred places among tourists visiting the city. Thus, I believe that … [Read more...] about 10 Best PLACES TO VISIT in Istanbul [Updated 2024]
10 Best Breakfast Places in Istanbul [Updated 2024]
The best breakfast places in Istanbul are on the shores of the Bosphorus (Ortakoy and Bebek), in Beyoglu (Karakoy, Galata, Taksim) and Sultanahmet (Old City). When you go to these districts on the weekend, you can see that Istanbulites enjoy their delicious breakfasts. It is a great pleasure to have breakfast in Istanbul, especially with the view of the Bosphorus. For this, … [Read more...] about 10 Best Breakfast Places in Istanbul [Updated 2024]
MUSEUM PASS Istanbul Worth It? (April 2024)
The Istanbul Museum Pass is a very useful card for those who come to the city for a cultural trip. Those who will visit several museums can easily cover the money they pay for the museum card. So is the Museum Pass Istanbul worth it? You can find insider tips about the museum card in this post. The museums in Istanbul are very crowded between April and November, the city's … [Read more...] about MUSEUM PASS Istanbul Worth It? (April 2024)