Real estate agency · Levent
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"A brunch institution with legendary dishes like Istanbul eggs topped with Greek yogurt and Aleppo butter and a ‘yiayia-approved’ spanakopita, making it a go-to for elevated morning fare." - Alexandra Carlton
Hotel · Kemankeskaramustafapasa
Luxury Bosphorus hotel, Michelin-starred dining, rooftop dining, spa
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Hotel · Sultan Ahmet
Former jailhouse hotel offers elegant dining, spa & rooftop lounge
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Castle · Visnezade
Grand palace museum with opulent decor, chandeliers, and Bosphorus views
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Mediterranean restaurant · Anadolu Hisari
Seafood & pasta along the Bosphorus with stunning views
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Cafe · Tesvikiye
Specialty coffee, great desserts, cozy atmosphere, and latte art
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Hammam · Kemankeskaramustafapasa
Traditional bathing, exfoliation & massage in a landmark
Coffee shop · Kuloglu
Coffee, pastries, and vegan options with resident dogs
Mosque · Suleymaniye
Ornate mosque with gardens, Golden Horn views, less crowded
Historical landmark · Alemdar
Underground Byzantine cistern with 336 columns, Medusa heads
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Hotel · Yildiz
Ottoman palace hotel on Bosphorus with opulent rooms, fine dining, spa