Frankly, 3 days is scarcely enough time to explore very much of anything anywhere, let alone Istanbul, the seat of three world empires. Expect only to cover the bare basics of Istanbul, and to leave thoroughly exhausted, with an aching back and calloused feet. But you will also leave culturally enriched and pining for more. This section gives you a rough outline of what you can see, on a load of caffeine, in 1, 2, or 3 days in Istanbul. Consider these itineraries as a suggestion of Istanbul's greatest hits, the top sights you will want to cover regardless of the length of your trip.
Istanbul Travel Experiences
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Istanbul Pt.2: Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace
Bright and early the next morning, we rolled out of bed and continued on part 2 of the Istanbul tour. We brought along an extra pair of s... Continue reading »
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Islands of Oppulence
Our rooftop bunks turn to Saunas around 9:00. So to escape the heat of the city we decide to walk along the river toward the ferry... Continue reading »
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Very Old Things
On our first whole day in Istanbul, we tried to see as much historical stuff as possible. Fortunately, the major sites are all located ar... Continue reading »
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It's Istanbul not Constantinople
We traveled for ages on the train through the suburbs of Istanbul before finally reaching the centre. All of the houses were covered in f... Continue reading »
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Istanbul - before the trip
We arrived at Ataturk Airport in Istanbul round 1.30am and found a shuttle company to take us to the hostel for 50YTL, we discovered the... Continue reading »
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