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 ...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).
Pierre Loti Hill
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Named after the well-known French novelist Pierre Loti, this hill offers perfect views of the Golden Horn. It’s also home to a famous café that bears the same name. Loti lived in Istanbul for many years and was a big fan of the city. The café is a meeting point for lovers and couples, and has featured in many Turkish romance films.
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İnci Pastanesi
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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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Maiden's Tower
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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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Duble Meze Bar
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It has a great view and cozy atmosphere. You can see the sunset above the old city and Golden Horn. Also it is located in the central are where you have many options for nightlife. Also you can taste the best Turkish tapas.
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Vefa Bozacısı
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“Boza” is a fermented drink made with semolina, water and sugar, traditionally topped with roasted chickpeas and a sprinkling of cinnamon. It’s one of the oldest drinks in Turkey, dating back to the 4th century. It’s only consumed during the winter months.
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Taps Bebek
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Being the first and only brewery in Turkey makes Taps Bebek truly unique. Locals love this place for its tasty beers and fantastic view of the Bosphorus.
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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
Lucca
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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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Fıccın
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This simple and cosy local eatery has a bit of a feminist edge. Not only do the women who run it employ local women, but they also source their ingredients exclusively from women.
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Mangerie Bebek
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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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Kadıköy
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Visitors taste the best traditional Turkish food in every corner of Kadıköy. Also they can enjoy numerous bars, bookshops, cafes.
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Ortakoy Mosque
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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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Cibalikapı Balıkçısı
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The food served here is amazing. It’s a great place to enjoy various “meze” along with Turkish raki. Try “saraylı” (fish marinated in herbs) and "enginar tatlısı”(an artichoke dessert). Keep in mind that it’s on the pricier side.
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J'adore Chocolatier Café
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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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Viktor Levi
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Good prices for delicious meals. Has a nice garden and it is like a surprise in that neighborhood. Place has also its own wines, especially number 17 is my favorite one. Inside areas are non-smoking but you can smoke in garden.
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İncirli Şaraphane
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As it’s set in the same building as its two sister restaurants – Kydonia (Greek) and La Mancha (Mediterranean) – you can select a bottle and take it directly to your table, no matter where you choose to dine. You can also buy wine to take home. The staff know their stuff and are more than happy to advise.
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