What Best Things to Do are there in Istanbul?

These are all Best Things to Do in Istanbul:Hagia Sophia, Basilica Cistern, Bosphorus, Topkapi Palace, The Blue Mosque

What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Istanbul?

Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Istanbul include:Hagia Sophia:4.8, Basilica Cistern:4.6, Bosphorus:4.7, Topkapi Palace:4.5, The Blue Mosque:4.8

At what locations in Istanbul can Best Things to Do in Istanbul be found?

The Best Things to Do in Istanbul are mainly located in:Hagia Sophia:Istanbul, Basilica Cistern:Istanbul, Bosphorus:Istanbul, Topkapi Palace:Istanbul, The Blue Mosque:Istanbul

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Hagia Sophia
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4.8/5
󰺂9.7
25.58
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
457m from downtown
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
Byzantine murals & balcony view
󱨜A historical symbol of multiculturalism
󱨠Saved by 1051 users󱨠2100 positive reviews
Basilica Cistern
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4.6/5
󰺂9.2
27.48
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
355m from downtown
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
󰋄Medusa columns guard mysterious underground
󱨜Relive classic movie scenes
󱨠Saved by 857 users󱨠380 positive reviews
Bosphorus
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4.7/5
󰺂8.8
Istanbul
27.2 km from downtown
Featured in 2025 Asia 100 – Best Things to Do
Highlights:
󰋄Roman & Ottoman ruins abound
󱤎Night cruise to enjoy the light show on both sides of the river
󱨠Saved by 650 users󱨠329 positive reviews
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Topkapi Palace
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4.5/5
󰺂8.7
48.02
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
974m from downtown
Featured in 2025 Asia 100 – Best Things to Do
Highlights:
󰋄Bosphorus Strait view available
Overlook the magnificent bay view from the high point of the palace
󱨠Saved by 490 users󱨠299 positive reviews
5
The Blue Mosque
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4.8/5
󰺂8.4
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
20m from downtown
Selected for 2 years in a row
Highlights:
󱨜Byzantine & Ottoman architecture fusion
󱨜Blue tiles reflect the six spires
󱨠Saved by 881 users󱨠1110 positive reviews
6
Galata Tower
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4.6/5
󰺂8.4
29.43
Istanbul.Galata
2.3 km from downtown
No.2 of Night Attractions in Istanbul
Highlights:
󰋄Istanbul's stunning sunset views
󰀆Nightclub with belly dance show
󱨠Saved by 498 users󱨠241 positive reviews
7
Dolmabahce Palace
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4.7/5
󰺂8.2
34.52
Istanbul.Besiktas
4.3 km from downtown
No.3 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Istanbul
Highlights:
󰀆Ottoman center & ceiling decor
󱓊Crystal stairs & chandelier
󱨠Saved by 407 users󱨠208 positive reviews
8
Grand Bazaar
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4.5/5
󰺂8.0
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
959m from downtown
No.4 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Istanbul
Highlights:
Experience Turkish bargaining shopping
󱓊Taste kebabs for exotic experience
󱨠Saved by 519 users󱨠127 positive reviews
9
Istanbul Archaeological Museums
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4.5/5
󰺂7.1
16.98
Istanbul.Old City Sultanahmet
802m from downtown
Highlights:
Near Gülhane Park & Topkapi Palace
󱓊1 million artifacts from various cultures
󱨠Saved by 152 users󱨠34% positive reviews
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Istiklal Avenue
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4.7/5
󰺂7.0
Istanbul.Taksim
3.2 km from downtown
Highlights:
󰋄3-mile walk through medieval Genoa
Consulates & churches along the street
󱨠Saved by 322 users󱨠136 positive reviews