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).
Taps Bebek
Cafes
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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Maiden's Tower
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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Bosphorus Night Cruise with Dinner in Istanbul
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EUR
Duration
4 h
Languages
English, Spanish, German, Italian, Russian, French, Estonian, Japanese, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Portuguese
Pierre Loti Hill
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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İnci Pastanesi
Cafes
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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Fıccın
Eating
25
7
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
Cafes
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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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
Duble Meze Bar
Eating
33
2
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
Eating
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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Kanlıca Yoğurdu
Cafes
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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Kadıköy
Cafes
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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Viktor Levi
Eating
18
9
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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Çorlulu Ali Paşa Medresesi
18
5
Come here to taste a range of different water pipe flavours in a truly authentic setting. Their tasty apple tea is famous, but in my opinion their Turkish coffee cooked on cinders is the best. It alone makes Çorlulu Ali Paşa Medresesi worth a visit.
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Kiki
Eating
17
1
At 11:30 pm they take away the tables to make room for dancing. The DJs who spin at Kiki are well-known characters in Istanbul’s creative scene. You can party here until 4 am to the rhythm of funk, house and disco music. It’s best to arrive before midnight as it’s not all that big and fills up fast.
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Vogue Restaurant & Bar
Eating
20
4
The drinks menu is both sophisticated and luxurious. The bar is a nice place to stop by for a relaxing after-work tipple. Although it’s quite expensive, the talented bartenders have a special touch.
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Any
Cafes
16
2
Arnavutköy is a cool neighborhood which has a shore to Bosphorus at European side; you could have long walks frı-om one side to another. When you feel tired of walking you could taste thedelicious dishes in the menu.
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