11-Day Turkey City Break in Istanbul

Your exciting city break begins as soon as you arrive in the beautiful city of Istanbul. You’ll stay in Istanbul for 10 nights.

You’ll choose between some of the best hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Istanbul. With lots of excellent hotels to choose from, you're sure to have a fantastic experience during your city break.

Istanbul has plenty of sights, monuments, and places of interest to explore. Luckily, you have plenty of time to do so for the next 11 days. Choose an early flight to get started with your sightseeing in Istanbul right away.

An attraction we recommend you check out today is Galata Bridge. This bascule bridge has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 29,577 travelers.

When you're ready to head out for dinner, an excellent restaurant you may want to try is Hanzade Terrace Restaurant. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 5,898 customers and is sure to satisfy your hunger after a long day of exploring.

Another acclaimed restaurant in the city of Istanbul is Mivan Restaurant & Cafe. Rated at an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 3,913 customers, guests often have an outstanding experience at this restaurant.

Istanbul is also home to several great bars for every travel budget. One of the best bars in the city is Arch Bistro. This claim is supported by 798 customers who have rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

This is the time to raise a toast for the beginning of your incredible 11-day vacation in Istanbul!

Wake up to day 2 of your exciting city break in Istanbul. You still have 9 nights left in Istanbul, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Istanbul today is the incredible Hagia Sophia. This attraction is a minor basilica and place of interest, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 111,022 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Spice Bazaar. Spice Bazaar is a popular bazaar and travel destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 138,947 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent bazaar in Istanbul too.

For the full Istanbul experience, visit the incredible Grand Bazaar. This one-of-a-kind bazaar is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 117,762 visitors.

After or in between exploring Istanbul, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is Saltanat Fish & Kebab House, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,112 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Divella Bistro Restaurant. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,711 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Harab'be Cafe. This place has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,610 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Istanbul to come!

On day 3 of your fun city break in Istanbul, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 8 nights left in Istanbul.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated minor basilica in Istanbul, Hagia Sophia. About 111,022 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

The popular Spice Bazaar is another top sight in Istanbul that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This bazaar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 138,947 reviews.

Grand Bazaar is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Istanbul. This bazaar has received an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 117,762 visitors.

Exploring Istanbul's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Istanbul's food culture.

Turkish Cuisine is one of the most popular restaurants in Istanbul. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Turkish Cuisine’s excellent menu. Approximately 1,399 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out İstanbul kebab cafe & restaurant. This Istanbul-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,220 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Last Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant. Around 1,647 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Istanbul, Turkey.

Wake up to day 4 of your exciting city break in Istanbul. You still have 7 nights left in Istanbul, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Istanbul today is the incredible Hagia Sophia. This attraction is a minor basilica and place of interest, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 111,022 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Spice Bazaar. Spice Bazaar is a popular bazaar and travel destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 138,947 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent bazaar in Istanbul too.

For the full Istanbul experience, visit the incredible Grand Bazaar. This one-of-a-kind bazaar is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 117,762 visitors.

After or in between exploring Istanbul, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is Gulhane Sark Sofrasi, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,078 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Arch Bistro. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 798 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Old English Pub ® Cafe & Restaurant. This place has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,963 customers.

To enjoy a great atmosphere, continue your evening at Lacivert. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,960 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Istanbul to come!

On day 5 of your fun city break in Istanbul, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 6 nights left in Istanbul.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated minor basilica in Istanbul, Hagia Sophia. About 111,022 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

The popular Spice Bazaar is another top sight in Istanbul that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This bazaar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 138,947 reviews.

Grand Bazaar is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Istanbul. This bazaar has received an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 117,762 visitors.

Exploring Istanbul's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Istanbul's food culture.

Harab'be Cafe is one of the most popular restaurants in Istanbul. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Harab'be Cafe’s excellent menu. Approximately 2,610 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Istanbul, Turkey.

Wake up to day 6 of your exciting city break in Istanbul. You still have 5 nights left in Istanbul, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Istanbul today is the incredible Hagia Sophia. This attraction is a minor basilica and place of interest, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 111,022 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Spice Bazaar. Spice Bazaar is a popular bazaar and travel destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 138,947 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent bazaar in Istanbul too.

For the full Istanbul experience, visit the incredible Grand Bazaar. This one-of-a-kind bazaar is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 117,762 visitors.

After or in between exploring Istanbul, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is Istanbul Anatolian Cuisine, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 2,545 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Istanbul to come!

On day 7 of your fun city break in Istanbul, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 4 nights left in Istanbul.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated minor basilica in Istanbul, Hagia Sophia. About 111,022 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

The popular Spice Bazaar is another top sight in Istanbul that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This bazaar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 138,947 reviews.

Grand Bazaar is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Istanbul. This bazaar has received an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 117,762 visitors.

Exploring Istanbul's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Istanbul's food culture.

Las Tapas Restaurant is one of the most popular restaurants in Istanbul. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Las Tapas Restaurant’s excellent menu. Approximately 2,052 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out Last Ottoman Cafe & Restaurant. This Istanbul-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,647 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Ararat Terrace Restaurant & Rooftop. Around 874 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Istanbul, Turkey.

Wake up to day 8 of your exciting city break in Istanbul. You still have 3 nights left in Istanbul, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Istanbul today is the incredible Hagia Sophia. This attraction is a minor basilica and place of interest, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 111,022 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Spice Bazaar. Spice Bazaar is a popular bazaar and travel destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 138,947 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent bazaar in Istanbul too.

For the full Istanbul experience, visit the incredible Grand Bazaar. This one-of-a-kind bazaar is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 117,762 visitors.

After or in between exploring Istanbul, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Istanbul to come!

On day 9 of your fun city break in Istanbul, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 2 nights left in Istanbul.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated minor basilica in Istanbul, Hagia Sophia. About 111,022 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

The popular Spice Bazaar is another top sight in Istanbul that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This bazaar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 138,947 reviews.

Grand Bazaar is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Istanbul. This bazaar has received an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 117,762 visitors.

Exploring Istanbul's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Istanbul's food culture.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Istanbul, Turkey.

Wake up to day 10 of your exciting city break in Istanbul. You still have 1 night left in Istanbul, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Istanbul today is the incredible Hagia Sophia. This attraction is a minor basilica and place of interest, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 111,022 visitors.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Spice Bazaar. Spice Bazaar is a popular bazaar and travel destination with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 138,947 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent bazaar in Istanbul too.

For the full Istanbul experience, visit the incredible Grand Bazaar. This one-of-a-kind bazaar is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 117,762 visitors.

After or in between exploring Istanbul, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Istanbul to come!

Your city break in Istanbul is coming to an end, and it's soon time to say goodbye to the city.

Depending on how much time you have on your departure day, this is your chance to catch one last glimpse of the beautiful city of Istanbul. We recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

If you can catch a later flight, we recommend visiting some of the attractions you may not yet have had the time to explore. This extra time will let you dive into more iconic landmarks and uncover hidden gems.

Hagia Sophia is a fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Istanbul. This minor basilica and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 111,022 visitors.

If you'd rather see something else, Spice Bazaar bazaar is a great alternative. According to more than 138,947 reviews, adding up to an average score of 4.5 out of 5 stars, this attraction is a worthwhile visit in the city of Istanbul.

To soak in the last of Istanbul, you can also make a visit to Grand Bazaar bazaar. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 117,762 visitors.

You'll then say farewell to Istanbul and begin your journey home, now filled with unforgettable experiences, memories, and photos from Turkey!