The Best Tourist Areas in Istanbul 2021-2022

14/12/2021

Istanbul is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Turkey and the world, and it has hundreds of historical monuments and natural beauties to visit. Istanbul is one of the rare cities that attract millions of tourists from all over the world with its central location, developed transportation networks, and easily accessible from all countries and cities.

There are many historical heritages worth seeing in Istanbul, which has hosted dozens of different civilizations along with three great empires throughout history. In addition, there are natural areas, forests, and groves in Istanbul, which is famous for its developed construction sector and luxury residences. In this article, we mention about the best tourist areas to visit in Istanbul in 2021-2022. Of course, it is not possible to fit all the places in one article! But we have listed the places you must see in your Istanbul trip from our framework.

The best touristic areas of Istanbul in 2021-2022

Istanbul, which is visited by millions of people every year, is a city that stands out with its tourist destinations and places worth seeing. Offering an unforgettable experience to tourists with its magnificent palaces, historical bazaars, Bosphorus, bridges, and squares, Istanbul is one of the best tourist destinations in the world.

Let's examine the touristic places of Istanbul worth seeing in 2021-2022.

Galata Tower

Galata Tower is one of the iconic symbols that make up the silhouette of Istanbul.

Galata Tower is one of the iconic symbols that make up the silhouette of Istanbul. Every year, thousands of people form long queues to climb the Galata Tower and watch the magnificent view of the Historic Peninsula. The historical building, which was built as a lighthouse in 528 during the Byzantine Empire, is now used as a historical monument open to visitors. Galata Tower, which has a height of 67 meters, has 9 floors.

Maiden's Tower

One of the iconic symbols that everyone who will visit Istanbul should visit and see is the Maiden's Tower. Maiden's Tower, a tower from the Byzantine period, was restored in 2000 and started to serve as a restaurant. The Maiden's Tower, which can be reached by sea from Uskudar and Kabatas coast, is one of the must-see places in Istanbul.

Topkapi Palace

Topkapi Palace offers a unique experience to its visitors.

Built during the Ottoman Empire, which ruled the world's largest borders for centuries, Topkapi Palace awaits visitors in all its splendor. This palace, which witnessed the most magnificent weddings, enthronement ceremonies, etc., during the Ottoman Empire, has an atmosphere that fascinates the visitors. Topkapi Palace, which took 17 years to build and was put into service in 1478, offers a unique experience to its visitors.

Dolmabahce Palace

Dolmabahçe Palace, which was built by palace architects in the 19th century, was built in a European style by modern protocol rules. Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, the founder and first President of the Republic of Turkey, made his first speech at the Dolmabahce Palace. At the same time, Dolmabahçe Palace, where Atatürk died, and Atatürk's room can be visited.

Sultanahmet Mosque (The Blue Mosque)

The Blue Mosque is the most famous and most striking in Istanbul. Famous for its 6 minarets and blue Iznik tiles, the Blue Mosque is also famous for its square. Located in the same area with historical monuments such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, and Basilica Cistern, the mosque is one of the most visited places in Istanbul.

Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia is one of the best tourist places in Istanbul.

Undoubtedly, Hagia Sophia is one of the best tourist places in Istanbul. Hagia Sophia, which was built 3 times in the same place and took its final form in 537, has been reopened for worship as a mosque today.

Basilica Cistern

The cistern, which was built to meet the water needs of the palace during the Byzantine Period, is a place worth seeing with its eye-catching columns and inverted Medusa head.

Rumeli Fortress

Rumeli Fortress, with its magnificent Bosphorus view and unique architecture, was built in a short period of 90 days during the Ottoman Period. Rumeli Fortress, one of the most popular works of the city, is an artifact that is open to visitors as a museum and where events such as concerts are held today.

Rumeli Lighthouse

Rumeli Lighthouse, located on the Black Sea coast in the northernmost part of Istanbul's European Side, is the first entry point to the Bosphorus from the Black Sea. The lighthouse, which is located in natural beauties, and the small fishing town Garipce Village nearby are worth seeing.

Yedikule Dungeons

The building, which was built to host guest kings during the Byzantine Period, was converted into a military garrison with restoration during the Ottoman Period. Today it is one of the largest open-air museums in Istanbul, even Turkey.

Pierre Loti Hill

Pierre Loti Hill is a peaceful place away from the hustle and bustle of Istanbul, offering a magnificent view of the Golden Horn.

It is a peaceful place away from the hustle and bustle of Istanbul, offering a magnificent view of the Golden Horn. A cute cafe welcomes the visitors on the hill that can be reached by cable car. Sipping tea over the view and witnessing the exquisite view is at the top of the list of things to do here.

The Egyptian Bazaar

The historical Egyptian Bazaar is located in the heart of Eminonu district, one of the most famous and crowded places in Istanbul and it is one of the most preferred places for visiting and shopping today.

The Grand Bazaar

One of the most beautiful and most visited stops of the Historic Peninsula is the historical Grand Bazaar. There are thousands of shops in the Grand Bazaar, which has been operating for 550 years. Visitors who visit the Grand Bazaar today experience how lively trade is still in the old bazaar.

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