If you have plans to visit Istanbul this year, you should be prepared to make it best. Here in this Ultimate Guideline, as @atourguideinconstantinople, I will be sure to set your goals in my hometown. My list of attractions that you should not miss:
1- Hagia Sophia, 2- Basilica Cistern, 3- Topkapi Palace. Along with them, in this article, I will be sharing the quick tips and bonus attractions that can enchant every traveller of Istanbul in 2023.
Let’s go into a little more detail about What To See In Istanbul and What Are The Other Essentials you may be interested in.
Hagia Sophia
Before we get started, please be sure to check these articles before you visit the Hagia Sophia (10 Most Common Questions About Hagia Sophia, How To Visit Hagia Sophia In 2023 and How To Skip The Line Of Hagia Sophia)
The building is mesmerizing. It was structured between 532 – 537 AD by order of Emperor Justinian the 1st.
This splendid building was evaluated as the most divine site by the Roman, Ottoman and Modern Turkish Republic.
Besides its catastrophic beauty against any opponent, the building is mind blowing with several subjects and stories (If you are wondering, get in touch with me).
Basilica Cistern
What is the comment point of both the Inferno and 007: From Russia With Love movies?
They’re both taken at the Basilica Cistern.
That’s why you should not miss it.
If you’re wondering ‘ How Much Does Basilica Cistern Cost In 2023 (Updated Full List) , How To Visit Basilica Cistern In 2023 or How To Skip The Line Of Basilica Cistern (Ultimate Guideline 2023) ‘ you can check them from these articles. The building is so mystic, popular and must be the Istanbul city in 2023.
Topkapi Palace
The Topkapi Palace was built by Mehmed II, 1478, after the Constantinople taken by the Ottoman Empire.
It became the headquarters of the Ottomans from then until they moved out to some palaces such as Dolmabahce.
The building is a museum now and gives you the opportunity of seeing its incredible collections. From clocks to kitchen material, Holy Islamic Relics and even the private chambers of the Ottoman Sultans.
Here’s where you can find the articles about ‘ The Ultimate Guide To The Topkapi Palace , How To Skip The Line Of Topkapi Palace (2023) , How Much Is Topkapi Palace Tickets In 2023 (Updated List & Guideline) ‘.
The Bonuses
Here’s the list of the other known and unknown attractions of Istanbul and be sure about staying tuned with Website and Social Media accounts of @atourguideinconstantinople .
– Dolmabahce Palace
– Galata Tower
– Grand Bazaar
– Spice (Egyptian) Bazaar
– Istıklal Street
– Prince’s Island
– Bosphorus Tours By Boat
– Blue Mosque
– Süleymaniye Mosque
– Istanbul Archaeology Museums and many others from ‘What To Visit Istanbul For Free‘
Do You Need Tour Guide?
As a tour guide, sharing fascinating anecdotes and insider tips, taking my guests on a journey beyond the surface-level attractions and most importantly while having fun, I keeping them accompany along the way. With my guidance, you can discover hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path destinations that you may have otherwise missed.
I have always cared for the needs of my guests. Therefore it’s my duty to defend your interests. Being actively on the field for many years brought me above the certain level of knowledge. I have already faced and dealt with the issues you can possibly come across with. I also did absorb the history of the sites to create and prove my difference. The travellers who trusted me, received my full support and hospitality. In addition to setting their goals in the city where I was born, I did also shed light to show the ways of managing their time in the most efficient ways. Use my experience in order to feel confident as if it’s your own city!
All you have to do is texting these words;
“I need a tour guide”
Oğulcan ÖZDİL, Founder & Professional Tour Guide