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Things to do in Karaköy, Istanbul

5 places in Karaköy from 4 Istanbul travel vlogs, most-mentioned first. The play button jumps to that moment in the video.

5 places

  1. Karabatak

    Cafe · Karaköy

    A quirky, artsy cafe with vintage decor and a relaxed vibe, popular with local artists and writers. Breakfast costs around 10 USD.

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

  1. Tarihi Süleymaniye Pilavcısı (Kalkanoğlu)

    Restaurant · Karaköy

    Family-run shop serving kuru fasulye pilav: brown-butter rice with white bean stew and shredded beef, with pickles and ayran.

  2. Galataport

    Shopping · Karaköy

    Waterfront cruise port and shopping and dining complex on the Bosphorus, where cruise ships visiting Istanbul dock.

  3. Karaköy Lokantası

    Restaurant · Karaköy

    Stylish eatery with tile-covered walls serving traditional Turkish meze, grilled fish and meatballs.

  4. Neolokal

    Restaurant · Karaköy

    Contemporary restaurant blending traditional Turkish flavours with modern techniques in a seasonal tasting menu.