From Turkish and Arabic to Italian and Indian, most world cuisines can be found in Istanbul. The most famous Turkish snack is “simit”. It’s a bagel-shaped bread covered in sesame seeds typically eaten with a salted yoghurt drink ca…Open the full description
From Turkish and Arabic to Italian and Indian, most world cuisines can be found in Istanbul.
The most famous Turkish snack is “simit”. It’s a bagel-shaped bread covered in sesame seeds typically eaten with a salted yoghurt drink called “ayran”. The most widely known Turkish foods are “döner” (meat cooked on a vertical rotisserie), “lahmacun” (Turkish pizza) and “kebap” (grilled meat).
Mangerie Bebek
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28
7
Visit Mangerie for a delicious breakfast and beautiful Bosphorus views. The service is fast and the staff are friendly. You can enjoy your dinner or drinks on their outdoor terrace year-round as it’s heated in winter.
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İnci Pastanesi
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26
3
It’s a classic Beyoğlu stopover. Many people head to the area simply to stuff themselves with İnci Pastanesi’s famous profiteroles. Besides profiteroles, you’ll find a tempting selection of cakes, chocolates, cookies and sweet pastes, as well as homemade lemonade.
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Bosphorus Night Cruise with Dinner in Istanbul
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Duration
4 h
Languages
English, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, French, Estonian, Japanese, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Portuguese
Maiden's Tower
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24
4
It’s a great place for a 360-degree view of Istanbul. Take a seat at the café, have a drink at the bar or enjoy a meal at the restaurant. They serve breakfast and brunch. You can get a boat to the island from either Kabataş or Üsküdar-Salacak.
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Vefa Bozacısı
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33
10
This historical boza shop was established way back in 1876. The boza served here is thicker and tarter than traditional versions, and is now made by the great-great-grandchildren of the original owners.
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Taps Bebek
Bars
28
5
Taps is famous for its Smoked Lager, Kölsch and Red Ale, though there are plenty more beers to choose from. Come here on a slow Sunday afternoon and work your way through the menu.
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Kadıköy
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28
6
Visitors taste the best traditional Turkish food in every corner of Kadıköy. Also they can enjoy numerous bars, bookshops, cafes.
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Local Experience
Bosphorus Night Cruise with Dinner in Istanbul
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59
EUR
Duration
4 h
Languages
English, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, French, Estonian, Japanese, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Portuguese
J'adore Chocolatier Café
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20
4
With a friendly 70s vibe, French background music, good seasonal dishes and desserts and a delectable assortment of chocolates, J'adore Chocolatier Café is a great place for an intimate rendezvous.
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Kanlıca Yoğurdu
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21
4
Kanlıca yoghurt contains no additives and is good for the digestive system. The milk used to make it comes from cows and sheep that feed on natural fodder. You should definitely try it if you’re in the neighbourhood!
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Pierre Loti Hill
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34
7
Besides the café, Pierre Loti Hill has several restaurants, a cemetery and many historical buildings. You can either walk up the hill or take a cable car.
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Lucca
Bars
20
5
This place is located in Istanbul’s trendy Bebek neighbourhood near the beautiful Bosphorus. It’s well known for its delicious cocktails, especially its mojitos and satsuma vodka. At 11 pm the bistro transforms into a bar where you can dance and enjoy quality music.
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Ortakoy Mosque
Cafes
15
2
Ortakoy has a neat little collection of shops and restaurants along narrow windy streets that lead out to the pier. At the pier, the Ortakoy Mosque can be seen jutting out into the Bosphorus, with the Bosphorus bridge in the background.
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Dem Karaköy
Cafes
12
1
Turkish tea, black tea, green tea, white tea, red tea, oolong tea, herbal tea… With over 60 different varieties from all over the world, you’re bound to find something you like here.
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Cup of Joy
Cafes
15
2
In winter, if you want to take a small break from windy bosphorus, it it the best place. You choose your coffee among various types. Place is cosy and coffees are tasty. You can try many international special coffees.
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Hafız Mustafa 1864 Sultanahmet
Cafes
13
3
Original taste with oldest Turkish family recipes. Fresh food with the best quality and nice prices. The staff is very helpful. Turkish coffee is terrific. Inside everything is made in a classic Turkish style.
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Kuzguncuk
Cafes
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1
For centuries, this quaint neighborhood was home to a mix of Jews, Greeks, Armenians and Turks, evidenced by the synagogues, churches and mosques that rise side by side in the traditional and beautiful Kuzguncuk
Kuzguncuk is located in the Üsküdar district at the base of the Bosporus Bridge.
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