Home Europe Turkey The Essential Travel Guide To... Your Essential Travel Guide to Istanbul (Infographic) Hagia Sophia in Istanbul. The world famous Byzantine monument | © LALS STOCK/Shutterstock Ling Tang Graphic Designer 03 January 2018 Copy Link Facebook Email Twitter Pinterest With plenty of incredible museums, iconic foods and majestic mosques, Istanbul should be one city you visit in your lifetime. Start planning your getaway with Culture Trip’s essential guide. We’re here to make sure you don’t miss the best of this amazing city. Looking for more travel inspiration? Check out our other essential travel guides to Bulgaria, Greece and Romania. Become a Culture Tripper! Sign up to our newsletter to save up to $1,322 on our unique trips. Sign up See privacy policy. If you click on a link in this story, we may earn affiliate revenue. All recommendations have been independently sourced by Culture Trip. Read Next Places to Stay BIJAL: A Revitalising, Much-Needed Escape on the Turkish Riviera See & Do The 11 Best European Destinations for a November Adventure See & Do The 11 Most Important Archaeological Sites in Turkey See & Do Ancient Sites and Cities You Should Visit in Türkiye See & Do The Coolest Things To See and Do in Nişantaşi, Istanbul Guides & Tips The 11 Best and Cheapest European Cities to Visit This Autumn See & Do Top 10 Things To See And Do In Fatih, Istanbul See & Do 18 Must-Visit Attractions in Edirne Guides & Tips The Best and Cheapest Winter Sun Destinations in Europe Art The 15 Best Cities in the World for Art Guides & Tips The Best Budget Ski Resorts Across Europe See & Do The Most Epic Cliffs In The World BLACK FRIDAY Save up to $1,322 on our small-group trips! Limited spots. View Offers