ISTANBUL
Stay
The Bank - Sophisticated hotel in a good area
Hotel Ibrahim Pasha - Lovely hotel close to key sites with great breakfast and views on the roof
Soho House Istanbul - Beautiful Soho House property in a good location
EAT
Pandeli Restaurant - Popular, tasty restaurant above the Spice Market
Yeni Lokanta - Great, creative place to eat in Galata
SEE
Basilica Cistern - Ancient cisterns beneath the city built in the 6th centruy
Bebek - Charming local neighborhood up the Bosphorous
Blue Mosque - Iconic mosque in the historic part of town
Bosphouous Tour - Hop on one of the many boat tours
Cağaloğlu Hamamı - Historic hammam dating back to the Ottoman Empire
Egyptian Spice Bazaar - Worth the stroll to stock up on spices in this historic bazaar
Galata Kulesi - Famous tower in historic neighborhood
Grand Bazaar - Just get lost; don’t miss Yazzma’s beautiful textiles
Hagia Sophia - Incredible space with significant history
Topkapi Palace - Sprawling palace on the Bosphorus