Destination guides

Feel the place

Take the Bosphorus as a thread through the city. Historic neighbourhoods, ferry rides and waterfront walks reveal different sides of Istanbul.

Build your route

Build each day around one area rather than crossing the whole city repeatedly. Place a water journey between two walking days.

What to discuss before booking

Choose the hotel by neighbourhood and access, and confirm airport transfers. Tell us whether your priority is heritage, food, shopping or time by the sea.

Istanbul: a city to explore from the water ↗