Bakery · Turkali
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"Famed for producing traditional, delicately not‑too‑sweet cookies that pair perfectly with tea and coffee, this bakery is singled out for its classic, understated confections." - Stacey Ballis
Hotel · Mueyyedzade
Chic rooms, rooftop bar, fine dining, excellent location
5 Postcards
Modern art museum · Arap Cami
Art gallery, cafe, library, bookstore, and Michelin-starred dining.
3 Postcards
Hotel · Yenibosna Merkez
Spacious, clean rooms, excellent service, and amazing breakfast spreads.
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Mosque · Sultan Ahmet
Islamic imperial mosque adorned with 20,000 blue Iznik tiles
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Seafood restaurant · Tarabya
Fresh Turkish seafood with marina views & art-filled terrace
Historical landmark · Bereketzade
Historic tower offering 360° Bosphorus views & Istanbul panoramas
Hotel · Kanlica
Refined seafront hotel with Mediterranean restaurant & terrace
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Authentic Japanese restaurant · Bebek
Michelin-starred omakase blending Japanese tradition with European flair
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Mosque · Cankurtaran
Byzantine mosaics, Islamic calligraphy, Viking runes, grand scale
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Californian restaurant · Harbiye
Rooftop dining with global fare, cocktails, and Bosphorus views