Istanbul – tourism guide and places to visit

Istanbul

Istanbul is a major city in Turkey that straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. Its Old City reflects cultural influences of the many empires that once ruled here.

Last updated January 20, 2026

Places to Visit in Istanbul

Hagia Sophia – Istanbul
09:00 AM – 07:30 PM

Hagia Sophia

Hagia Sophia — Opening Hours, Visitor Guide & Historical Experience in Istanbul

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Topkapi Palace – Istanbul
09:00- 17:00

Topkapi Palace

Topkapi Palace: Skip-the-Line Entry & Immersive Audio Guide Experience

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Basilica Cistern – Istanbul
9:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Basilica Cistern

Basilica Cistern Istanbul — Opening Hours, Fast Track Entry & Visitor Experience

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Sultan Ahmed Mosque (The Blue Mosque) – Istanbul
09:00 AM – 07:30 PM

Sultan Ahmed Mosque (The Blue Mosque)

Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) Guide: Visiting Hours & Rules

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