One Day in Istanbul, Turkey

Day 1: Historic Sites and Market Exploration

Istanbul, Turkey

8:00 AM

Breakfast at Mado Café

Start your day with a traditional Turkish breakfast of simit (bread rings) and tea at Mado Café, known for its delicious pastries.
Mado Café is conveniently located near Hagia Sophia, making it a great spot to fuel up for the day.
TRY 25, 1 hour

9:00 AM

Hagia Sophia

Explore the stunning Hagia Sophia, a former church turned mosque turned museum, showcasing incredible Byzantine architecture.
Hagia Sophia is within walking distance from Mado Café.
TRY 100, 2 hours

11:30 AM

Blue Mosque

Visit the iconic Blue Mosque with its impressive domes and minarets, a masterpiece of Ottoman architecture.
The Blue Mosque is a short walk from Hagia Sophia.
Free, 1.5 hours

1:00 PM

Lunch at Doyuran Lokantası

Enjoy a delicious Turkish lunch at Doyuran Lokantası, known for its authentic dishes like kebabs and mezes.
The restaurant is a short taxi ride away from the Blue Mosque.
TRY 50, 1 hour

2:30 PM

Grand Bazaar

Experience the vibrant atmosphere of the Grand Bazaar, one of the world's oldest and largest covered markets, offering a variety of goods.
Take a taxi or use public transport to reach the Grand Bazaar.
Free to enter, costs vary for shopping, 2 hours

4:30 PM

Bosphorus River Cruise

End your day with a relaxing Bosphorus River cruise, admiring the sunset over Istanbul's skyline from the water.
Head to the Eminönü or Karaköy docks to catch a cruise boat.
TRY 50, 2 hours

6:30 PM

Dinner at Hamdi Restaurant

Indulge in a dinner at Hamdi Restaurant, offering panoramic views of the city and delicious Turkish cuisine.
Hamdi Restaurant is a short walk from the Eminönü dock.
TRY 80, 1.5 hours
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