A Day in the Heart of Istanbul: Exploring Taksim, Istiklal, Galata, Karaköy, and Pera

Meeting point 9 :00 at your hotel. 

Morning (Taksim and Istiklal Street):

• Taksim Square: Start your day at Taksim Square, the heart of Istanbul.

• Istiklal Street: Enjoy a pleasant walk along Istiklal Street starting from Taksim Square.

• You can take a nostalgic ride on the historic tram.

• Visit the Çiçek Passage and enjoy the historical atmosphere.

• You can visit Saint Antoine Church.

Noon (Pera):

• Pera: Walk along Istiklal Street to reach the Pera district.

• Visit the Pera Museum.

• See the historic Pera Palas Hotel from the outside.

• You can have lunch in one of the historical venues and cafes in the Asmalımescit area.

Afternoon (Galata and Karaköy):

• Galata Tower: Go up the Galata Tower and enjoy the stunning view of Istanbul.

• Walk through the narrow streets around the Galata Tower to feel the historical ambiance.

• Visit the Galata Mevlevihanesi Museum to learn more about the Mevlevi culture.

• Karaköy:  Having a late lunch break at Karaköy Lokantasi. (1 hr)

• Take a walk along the historic Bankalar Street.

• Take a coffee break at one of Karaköy’s popular cafes.

• Back to hotel arround 5 pm. 

Private guiding 

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We can provide a private minivan transportation for pick up and drop off drom/to your hotel upon a supplement cost.