The most visited places in Istanbul
Istanbul is one of the most preferred destinations for tourists from all over the world. It offers many sights and tourist attractions for its visitors. In this article from Ebla Real Estate, we will talk about the most visited places in Istanbul.
The most visited places in Istanbul:
There are many interesting things to do and many attractive places to see in Istanbul, this great city in Turkey. It is impossible to mention all the tourist attractions in one article. Therefore, in this article, we will talk about some of the most visited places in Istanbul, which are:
1. Bosphorus Strait:
The Bosphorus is one of the most visited places in Istanbul, a 30 km-long waterway and 550 – 3,000 meters wide, with three bridges over it: the Bosphorus Bridge, Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge and Sultan Selim I Bridge.
The Bosphorus has many tourist attractions to visit, such as Maiden Castle, Topkapi Palace, Dolmabahce Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, Anadolu Hisari Castle and Rumeli Hisari Castle.
Moreover, tourists and visitors can have an interesting tour to the Asian or European side of Istanbul and enjoy the breathtaking sea view.
2. Princes’ Islands:
The Princes’ Islands are an archipelago in the Sea of Marmara. They are a small haven of peace in Istanbul and a perfect place to relax and enjoy nature.
The four main islands of the archipelago are Büyükada, Heybeliada, Burgazada, and Kinaliada. They are accessible by ferry from Beşiktaş, Eminönü, and Kabataş from the European side, and Kadıköy and Bostancı from the Asian side.
Princes’ island is one of Istanbul’s most spectacular places and one of the most important tourist destinations for tourists worldwide, in different seasons, whether in summer or winter.
3. Ortakoy Neighborhood:
Ortakoy, which is one of Istanbul’s most beautiful neighborhoods, is located in Besiktas on the European side of the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul. It includes some of the most visited places in Istanbul such as, Ciragan Palace, Ortakoy Square, Ortakoy Mosque and many restaurants and tourism facilities.
4. Galata Tower:
Galata Tower is one of Istanbul’s most prominent attractions, located in Galata Neighborhood in the heart of Istanbul, a popular destination for tourists from all over the world.
The medieval Galata Tower was built in the late 1340s by the Genoese. Constructed in a Romanesque style, the tower stands almost 67 meters (220 feet) tall. Visible from far and wide, the nine-storey building is a prominent feature on the Istanbul skyline.
The tower features a spiral staircase and a small museum showing photographs and information on the history and origin of the tower. Visitors can get to the top of Galata Tower to enjoy a super panoramic view of the entire Bosphorus bridge and water reflection. Moreover, they can have a good time in its restaurants and cafes.
5. Rumeli Fortress (Rumeli Hisari):
Rumeli Fortress is one of the most important tourist attractions and the most visited places in Istanbul, overlooking the Bosphorus with its impressive high walls and towers. It was built by Sultan Mehmet Fatih within four months to conquer Constantinople. Rumeli Castle has a strategic location on the European side of Istanbul, attracting tourists from all over the world.
6. Istiklal Street (Taksim Street):
Istiklal Street is located in the most famous district of Istanbul (Taksim). It has many tourist attractions and service and entertainment facilities, attracting more than 3 million visitors daily.
Istiklal Street has a wide range of hotels, cafes and shops with the most famous brands, as well as theaters, offices, art galleries and bookshops. Not to mention, it has restaurants serving all varieties of Turkish, Western, and Arabic cuisine.
7. Sultanahmet District:
Sultanahmet District is one of Istanbul’s most beautiful and fascinating tourist attractions. It is located in the heart of Istanbul and administratively belongs to the municipality of Fatih.
In Sultanahmet District, tourists will have the chance to see Sultan Ahmet Mosque, known as “the Blue Mosque ”, and SultanAhmet Square, Hagia Sophia Museum, Gulhane Park and others.
8. The Grand Bazaar:
The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul or the covered market is one of the most important historical bazaars in Turkey and the oldest covered market in the world.
It is characterized by roofed ceilings, arched ceilings that appear as an architectural and artistic hoop that attracts attention with its unique architecture and beautiful colors. The Grand Bazaar is among the most visited places in Istanbul as it attracts between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily.
9. Camlica Hill (Bride’s Hill):
It is one of Istanbul’s seven hills, the highest and most famous one, known as Camlica, or Brides Hill. Camlica Hill is located on the Asian side of Istanbul on the Bosphorus coast in Uskudar.
The hill views all of Istanbul, having a wide variety of restaurants and cafes. It has become a tourist attraction and a popular place for inhabitants in Istanbul.
10. The Snow Museum in Istanbul (Forum İstanbul Magic Ice Buz Müzesi):
The Snow Museum in Istanbul is one of the best modern and unique museums in Istanbul, located in the European section, within the Forum Istanbul shopping center in the Perm Pasha area.
Moreover, it is one of the places recommended to visit in Istanbul in the winter and one of the most important tourist attractions in Turkey.
The Snow Museum was established in Istanbul on an area of 1,400 square meters. It has a collection of more than 200 snow and ice sculptures, as well as a range of interactive exhibits.
11. Belgrade Forest:
Belgrade Forest is one of the recreational places to visit in Istanbul, located 15 km northwest of Istanbul. Moreover, it is one of the most attractive tourist places in Turkey.
There are fascinating fountains and flowers in addition to more than 2000 species of trees. Furthermore, Belgrade Forest is home to a large number of animals and birds. It is also an ideal place for hiking and camping.
Edited by: Ebla Group Real Estate
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