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Istanbul Cool

Istanbul Bosphorus
Istanbul Travel Guide

Curated guides from someone who calls this city home.

Local food spots, ferry routes, hidden courtyards and private tours.

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14,000+travelers have walked Istanbul with Berk.

Solo travelers, couples and groups up to 30, one licensed local guide, and a route that changes with the season. Most guests arrive on a friend's recommendation and leave with a list of places we never had time for.

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“The stay in Istanbul was sensational for us, the agency organized the whole trip. Also our bus driver and tour guide Ali were great.”

Thomas Mühlthaler

Mar 2025 · from Germany 🇩🇪

15
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Since 2011
1 to 30
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Latest Articles

Getting a Passolig Card and Buying Football Tickets in Istanbul with 2026 Matchday Tips
Travel Guides
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Getting a Passolig Card and Buying Football Tickets in Istanbul with 2026 Matchday Tips

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Crispy Künefe and Gaziantep Katmer in Kadıköy and Fatih with 2026 Prices
Eat & Drink
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Crispy Künefe and Gaziantep Katmer in Kadıköy and Fatih with 2026 Prices

Compare künefe and katmer shops in Kadıköy and Fatih using 2026 prices and transit routes to decide where to eat.

Saint Anthony of Padua Church on Istiklal Avenue with Visiting Tips and Mass Etiquette
Sightseeing
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Saint Anthony of Padua Church on Istiklal Avenue with Visiting Tips and Mass Etiquette

Plan your visit to Saint Anthony of Padua Church on Istiklal Avenue with free entry info, mass times, etiquette rules, and metro directions.

Historic Patisseries and Almond Paste Shops in Bebek, Beyoğlu, and Kadıköy with 2026 Prices
Eat & Drink
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Historic Patisseries and Almond Paste Shops in Bebek, Beyoğlu, and Kadıköy with 2026 Prices

View 2026 prices, classic menus, and walking routes for historic patisseries and almond paste shops in Bebek, Beyoğlu, and Kadıköy to choose your stop.

Spicy Çiğ Köfte Wraps in Kadıköy and Fatih with Ordering Tips and 2026 Prices
Eat & Drink
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Spicy Çiğ Köfte Wraps in Kadıköy and Fatih with Ordering Tips and 2026 Prices

Compare spicy çiğ köfte wraps in Kadıköy and Fatih with 2026 prices, walking routes, and ordering tips to choose where to eat.

Anadolu Kavağı and Yoros Castle Walking Route with Bosphorus Ferry Tips
Tours
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Anadolu Kavağı and Yoros Castle Walking Route with Bosphorus Ferry Tips

Get ferry fares, timetables, and walking route details from Anadolu Kavağı to Yoros Castle, plus practical tips to decide if the uphill trip suits you.

Kınalıada Walking Route through Mid-Century Summer Homes to Christos Monastery with 2026 Ferry Tips
Tours
Sep 21

Kınalıada Walking Route through Mid-Century Summer Homes to Christos Monastery with 2026 Ferry Tips

Plan your Kınalıada walk from mid century summer homes to Christos Monastery with 2026 ferry fares, exact route directions, and schedule advice.

Fresh Buffalo Kaymak and Honey at Historic Breakfast Shops in Kumkapı and Beşiktaş with 2026 Prices
Eat & Drink
Sep 21

Fresh Buffalo Kaymak and Honey at Historic Breakfast Shops in Kumkapı and Beşiktaş with 2026 Prices

See 2026 buffalo kaymak and honey prices at traditional breakfast shops in Kumkapı and Beşiktaş, plus walking routes to help you choose where to eat.