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Things to do in Beyoğlu, Istanbul

13 places in Beyoğlu from 7 Istanbul travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

13 places

  1. Galata Tower

    Historic site · Beyoğlu

    A historic watchtower, now a museum, known for some of the best views in Istanbul. Lines are long; an audio guide is available at the entrance.

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  2. İstiklal Avenue

    Shopping · Beyoğlu

    Istanbul's famous pedestrian street. It is quiet and peaceful in the morning but packed with people shopping and eating in the afternoon and evening.

  3. Karaköy

    Neighborhood · Beyoğlu

    Lively waterfront neighbourhood at the Galata Bridge, good for wandering and finding dinner spots with city views.

  4. Taksim Square

    Neighborhood · Beyoğlu

    Istanbul's central square and downtown core, home to many of the city's big late-night clubs.

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9 more picks, each from a single vlog, so not ranked.

  1. Hasan Fehmi Süt Karaköy Muhallebicisi

    Cafe · Beyoğlu

    Family-run dairy and dessert shop with roots over 100 years old, known for thick kaymak from its own water buffalo milk, served with honey.

  2. Latif Menemen

    Restaurant · Beyoğlu

    Breakfast spot just off İstiklal Avenue specializing in menemen, Turkish scrambled eggs with peppers and tomatoes cooked over a raging fire.

  3. Şahin Lokantası

    Restaurant · Beyoğlu

    Classic tradesmen's lokanta from 1967 serving ready-made home-style dishes, known for one of Istanbul's best karnıyarık (meat-stuffed eggplant).

  4. Meze by Lemon Tree

    Restaurant · Beyoğlu

    A sophisticated yet cozy restaurant in the heart of Beyoğlu serving meze-focused Turkish cuisine.

  5. Istanbul Modern

    Museum · Beyoğlu

    A museum of contemporary Turkish art featuring paintings and multimedia installations.

  6. Miniatürk

    Park · Beyoğlu

    An open-air miniature park with scaled-down versions of Turkey's famous landmarks.

  7. Beyoğlu

    Neighborhood · Beyoğlu

    Istanbul's lively nightlife hub, from chic bars to traditional taverns.

  8. Çiçek Pasajı

    Historic site · Beyoğlu

    A historic arcade of taverns with a lively atmosphere.

  9. Galata

    Neighborhood · Beyoğlu

    Hilly historic neighbourhood surrounding Galata Tower on the European side.