Istiklal Avenue Tours

Photo by Koray Koymen
Photo by Koray Koymen
Photo by Koray Koymen
Photo by Koray Koymen
Photo by Koray Koymen
Photo by Koray Koymen
Photo by Koray Koymen
Photo by Koray Koymen
Photo by Shweta Vinod
Photo by Shweta Vinod

If you've got time to stop for a while in Istanbul City Center, Istiklal Avenue is a good place to kick off your sightseeing. This public thoroughfare is one of many attractions worth seeing here. Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, and Topkapi Palace are also waiting for you close by.

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Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

Carina Gold Hotel and Restaurant

4 out of 5
Sultanahmet
Price was $1,674, price is now $529 per person
$529
per person
Mar 24 - Mar 29
found 24 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Beirut (BEY) to Istanbul (IST)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (605 reviews)
Very clean. Courteous staff. Excellent location. Very good breakfast. I would come back without hesitation.

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

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Bosphorus Explorer: 3-Hour Cruise with Asian Side Visit

Bosphorus Explorer: 3-Hour Cruise with Asian Side Visit

Activity duration is 4 hours
8.0 out of 10 with 26 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $12 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Istanbul Highlights Private Tour: Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off

Istanbul Highlights Private Tour: Hotel Pick-Up & Drop-Off

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
The previous price was $234 and current price is $191 per adult*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Istanbul: Explore Bosphorous on a Sunset Boat Cruise

Istanbul: Explore Bosphorous on a Sunset Boat Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $4 per adult
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Classes & workshops

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Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Pool in Taksim

Istanbul: Private Turkish Bath, Massage, and Pool in Taksim

Activity duration is 50 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $53 per adult
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Air, helicopter & balloon tours

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Semi-Private Tour to Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Laodicea with Lunch

Semi-Private Tour to Pamukkale, Hierapolis, Laodicea with Lunch

Activity duration is 15 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is $233 per adult*
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Reviews of Istiklal Avenue

4.3
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
146
5 - Excellent 44%
4 - Good
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4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 10%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 2%
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1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

be prepared it gets very noisy & overwhelming on the weekends

5/5 - Excellent

Kenda

Lots of food dining and shopping options. Visit Hakki Zade for the best Turkish delight

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Pera Palace Hotel

Pera Palace Hotel

Learn about the local history of Istanbul with a stop at Pera Palace Hotel. Stroll along the area's seaside or experience its fascinating museums.

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Tunel Square

5/5(2 reviews)

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Tarik Zafer Tunaya Cultural Center

Enjoy an outing to Tarik Zafer Tunaya Cultural Center during your stay in Istanbul. Discover the area's fascinating museums and stunning cathedral.

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Galata Mevlevi Museum

You can study the exhibits at Galata Mevlevi Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Istanbul. Visit the area's notable monuments or amble around its seaside.

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Museum of Illusions Istanbul Istiklal

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of Illusions Istanbul Istiklal during your travels in Istanbul. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this culturally rich area.

Museum of Illusions Istanbul Istiklal

Illusion Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Illusion Museum in Istanbul. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this culturally rich area.

Illusion Museum

Best Lodging Options Near Istiklal Avenue

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

The Ritz-Carlton, Istanbul

5 out of 5
Suzer Plaza, Askerocagi Caddesi, No:6 Istanbul
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The Marmara Pera

The Marmara Pera

4 out of 5
Mesrutiyet Cad. Tepebasi Istanbul Istanbul
The Marmara Pera
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul

5 out of 5
Gümüssuyu Mah. Inönü Cad. No:8 Istanbul Istanbul
CVK Park Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
Titanic City Taksim

Titanic City Taksim

4 out of 5
Kocatepe Mahallesi Lamartin Caddesi Istanbul Beyoglu
Titanic City Taksim
Pera Palace Hotel

Pera Palace Hotel

Mesrutiyet Cad. No. 52 Istanbul Istanbul
Pera Palace Hotel
The Marmara Taksim

The Marmara Taksim

5 out of 5
Taksim Square Istanbul Istanbul
The Marmara Taksim
Divan Istanbul

Divan Istanbul

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cd. No:1, Taksim, Sisli Istanbul Istanbul
Divan Istanbul
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

InterContinental Istanbul by IHG

5 out of 5
Asker Ocagi Cad No: 1 Taksim Istanbul Istanbul
InterContinental Istanbul by IHG
Corinne Art & Boutique Hotel

Corinne Art & Boutique Hotel

Turnacibasi Cad. Ayhan Isik Sok. No: 41 Istanbul Istanbul
Corinne Art & Boutique Hotel
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